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David Wanjiru

David Wanjiru

29 Albion Rd Box Hill

Summary

Dedicated Disability Support Worker skilled in daily living assistance, emotional support, and mobility support. Committed to enhancing client independence through personalized care plans and strong team collaboration.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Care Talent
Melbourne, VIC
04.2026 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for clients.
  • Supported clients in accessing community resources and social services for improved well-being.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care activities for compliance purposes.
  • Provided emotional support to clients, fostering trust and rapport to enhance their comfort levels.

Personal Support Worker

Arcare Aged Care
Ringwood, VIC
03.2025 - Current
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of care plans and resident progress.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care delivery.
  • Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure environment for residents.

Personal Care Assistant

Altaira Agency
Melbourne, VIC
02.2025 - Current
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, adhering to agency standards for record-keeping.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.

Personal Care Assistant

Bupa Aged Care
Templestowe, VIC
05.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal hygiene and meal preparation.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Monitored client health by tracking vital signs and reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and families for tailored support.

Counselling

Australian Counselling Service
Perth, WA
06.2025 - 09.2025

Led one-on-one counselling sessions to support client needs. Managed rapid assessments and interventions during crisis situations, focusing on suicidality and self-harm. Oversaw brief check-ins and assessment screenings while making necessary referrals. Forged connections between clients and community resources, advocating for their individual needs. Upheld ethical standards, privacy protocols, and clinical guidelines throughout all interactions. Directed care coordination, resource mapping, and meticulous documentation efforts.

Education

Master of Counselling - Counselling

Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors
Melbourne, VIC
09-2025

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) -

Heritage Skills Institute
Sunshine, VIC
10-2025

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) -

Arizona College
Melbourne, VIC
03-2023

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

JKUAT
Nairobi, Kenya
10-2013

Skills

  • Daily living assistance
  • Problem-solving
  • Housekeeping and meal preparation
  • Personal care
  • Independent living support
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Mobility support
  • Emotional support
  • Team leadership

Languages

English
Professional Working
Swahili
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Care Talent
04.2026 - Current

Counselling

Australian Counselling Service
06.2025 - 09.2025

Personal Support Worker

Arcare Aged Care
03.2025 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Altaira Agency
02.2025 - Current

Personal Care Assistant

Bupa Aged Care
05.2022 - Current

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) -

Heritage Skills Institute

Master of Counselling - Counselling

Australian Institute of Professional Counsellors

Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) -

Arizona College

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting

JKUAT
David Wanjiru