Eleanor Price
Narromine,NSW
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker with proven expertise at Breakthru, enhancing client independence through personalized support plans and effective medication administration. Skilled in daily living assistance and behavioral management, I foster strong relationships built on trust, ensuring clients receive empathetic care while achieving their personal goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Self Employed
Narromine, NSW
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
Disability Support Worker Team Leader
Breakthru
Narromine, NSW
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
Aged Care Worker
Timbrebongie House
Narromine
08.2013 - 01.2018
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Certificate III - Age Care
Dubbo Tafe
Dubbo09.2014
HSC -
Narromine High School
Narromine 11.2012
Skills
- Daily living assistance
- Medication administration
- Behavioural management
- Problem-solving
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal care
Certification
First aid certification
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Self Employed
08.2020 - 08.2023
Disability Support Worker Team Leader
Breakthru
03.2018 - 08.2020
Aged Care Worker
Timbrebongie House
08.2013 - 01.2018
Certificate III - Age Care
Dubbo Tafe
HSC -
Narromine High School