David Mills
Armidale,NSW
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking Disability Support Worker committed to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and individualized care. Skilled in managing appointments and medication, assisting with bathing and grooming, and maintaining tidy environments. Demonstrates exceptional skills in daily living assistance and critical thinking, consistently enhancing client quality of life. Known for commitment to safety and compassionate care. Renowned for high quality, reliable service and a strong ability to work both independently and in team settings.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Ascent Group
04.2021 - 10.2024
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Independently assisted with administrative task, such as data entry and risk and functional skills assessments.
- Actively completed required knowledge and further disability related training and education.
Cleaner
The Imperial Hotel
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Duties included general cleaning
- Maintained a well-organized storage area for cleaning supplies to ensure easy access and efficient use of materials.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
Learning Support Assistant
The Woden Specialist School
08.2011 - 10.2019
- Duties included supporting children with disabilities with participation in classroom activities, personal care, behaviour support/management, working towards learning goals.
Bar Manager
The Phoenix Bar
01.2001 - 01.2011
- Duties included opening and closing of bar, cash handling, stock management, staff management
- Strategized plans to increase bar revenue through innovative promotional concepts, specialty drinks, and customer-focused events.
- Improved customer service rankings by resolving issues quickly and accurately.
- Maintained high standards of customer service by staying up to date on bar and menu options and providing effective food recommendations for guests.
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Campbell High School
Campbell, ACTSkills
- Working With Vulnerable People
- Apply First Aid
- ACT Driver Licence
- Daily living assistance
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal Care
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Well versed in written and verbal communication skills
- Efficient and reliable
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to work independently and or within a team environment
- Disability Awareness
References
Susan Cooper - HR Manager - The Ascent Group - 0413 083312
Sara Westman - Team Leader - The Ascent Group - 0400 836733
Personal Reference
Georgie Moss - Colleague - The Ascent Group - 0484 242814
Skillsandlicences
- Working With Vulnerable People (ACT), Current, 05/01/23
- Apply First Aid, Completed, 01/01/19
- ACT Driver Licence, Expires, 12/01/21
Certification
NGO online training related to the disability sectors, with certificates available.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Ascent Group
04.2021 - 10.2024
Cleaner
The Imperial Hotel
01.2020 - 04.2021
Learning Support Assistant
The Woden Specialist School
08.2011 - 10.2019
Bar Manager
The Phoenix Bar
01.2001 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Campbell High School
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