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Education
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David Robinson

Logan village ,Qld

Summary

Skilled Aged Care Worker/Disability support worker with extensive experience at At Home Care Group, adept in compassionate care and healthcare coordination. Demonstrated success in improving client well-being and independence through personalized support and effective crisis intervention. Proficient in medical record-keeping and patient management, enhancing service continuity and client safety.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aged Care Worker

At Home Care Group
08.2024 - Current

• Provide personal care, manual handling duties (such as hoisting), medication management, meal preparation and meal assistance, assist with high needs care (under Guidance of RN).


• Community linking, mobility support, assistance with daily routines. Advocating for clients at medical, social and welfare related appointments were required.


• Maintaining hygiene (such assistance with urinary catheter), general domestic duties.


  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, effectively de-escalating challenging situations while maintaining client safety.
  • Assisted client with linking to employement, services, Welfare services (were required), educational services, community services and services offering activities (such as Men shed).

•Writing observation notes, assistance in writing client care plans, General data entry.

Support Age Care Worker/General Fitness Advisor

Tender Love and Care Support Services
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Ensured timely administration of medication, following strict protocols to maintain client safety. Medication management, standard management of client aliments.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to clients building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
  • Writing observation notes, data entry and assisting with writing care plans.
  • Managed clients'' personal hygiene routines including bathing, dressing, grooming tasks alongside maintaining a respectful demeanor, included urine catheter maintenance,
  • Fostered a safe, comfortable environment for patients by maintaining clean and organized living spaces.
  • Meal preparation, assistance with meal time.
  • Community access, advocating for clients at medical, social, welfare appointments were required.
  • Providing a client centered care approach.
  • Engaging in domestic duties.
  • Providing basic fitness advice, engaging clients with simple fitness programs, assisting clients with prescribed physical rehabilitation programs, directed by Allied Health professionals.

Support Worker (age Care/18+)

In Reach Assisted Living
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Coordinated appointments for clients with healthcare providers to promote consistent access to essential medical services.
  • Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, effectively de-escalating challenging situations while maintaining client safety.
  • Mentored new support workers by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and modeling effective client-centered care techniques.
  • Assisted clients in accessing available resources such as housing options, financial supports, and healthcare services.
  • Advocated for client rights and preferences in interactions with external service providers to ensure equitable access to necessary supports.
  • Documented client progress and communicated updates to care team, contributing to continuous improvement in service delivery.
  • Collaborated with family members of clients, enhancing support network and ensuring holistic approach to care.
  • Assisted clients with personal care tasks, preserving their dignity and promoting independence.
  • Encouraged clients to engage in physical activities, promoting healthier lifestyles and wellbeing. Supervision client basic fitness programs, assistance with clients physically rehabilitation programs prescribed by Allied Health Professionals.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
  • Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
  • Observation notes and data entry.

Education

Certificate III - Age Care/Individual Support

SAGE Learning
Browns Plains, QLD

Multiple Short Courses - Age Care And Support Worker

Aspen Medical
Brisbane, QLD
06.2022

NDIS Screening Check. - Age Care

NDIS
Yellow Card
05.2022

Multiple Age Care And Support Work, Short Courses - Age Care And Support Work Short Courses

OHS
Sydney, NSW
10.2021

Level 1 Accreditation - Strength And Conditioning

Australian Strength And Conditioning Association
Sydney, NSW
04.2021

Certificate 3 And 4 - Personal Training

TAFE NSW, Newcastle
Newcastle, NSW
07.2015

Skills

  • Personal Hygiene Assistance
  • Compassionate Care
  • Elderly Exercise Programs
  • Palliative Care
  • Bathing Assistance
  • Oral hygiene maintenance
  • Healthcare coordination
  • Activity Planning
  • Physical therapy support
  • Time Management
  • Elderly Care
  • Incident Reporting
  • First aid and safety
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Behavioral Management
  • Patient Care
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Documentation
  • Medical record-keeping
  • PPE Usage
  • Direct Client Care

Certification

Currently first Aid, National Police check and NDIS worker screening check.

Timeline

Aged Care Worker

At Home Care Group
08.2024 - Current

Support Age Care Worker/General Fitness Advisor

Tender Love and Care Support Services
12.2022 - 12.2023

Support Worker (age Care/18+)

In Reach Assisted Living
01.2022 - 10.2022

Certificate III - Age Care/Individual Support

SAGE Learning

Multiple Short Courses - Age Care And Support Worker

Aspen Medical

NDIS Screening Check. - Age Care

NDIS

Multiple Age Care And Support Work, Short Courses - Age Care And Support Work Short Courses

OHS

Level 1 Accreditation - Strength And Conditioning

Australian Strength And Conditioning Association

Certificate 3 And 4 - Personal Training

TAFE NSW, Newcastle
David Robinson