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Elein Parnall

Yallourn North,VIC

Summary

An empathetic and kind communicator, able to relate to a wide range of people. Experienced in delivering compassionate and attentive care to individuals in need. Utilizes strong interpersonal skills and empathy to connect with clients and assist with their daily living activities. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and collaborate with team members to achieve optimal results. Seeking an experience to gain insight and experience working within the Collections team as an Intern at Arts Centre Melbourne.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Caregiver

Activity Assistant/PCW

Latrobe Valley Village
03.2021 - Current
  • Managed activity calendar, ensuring diverse options catered to a wide range of interests and abilities.
  • Provided compassionate support for residents experiencing emotional challenges or undergoing personal transitions within their living environment.
  • Conducted sensory stimulation activities for memory care patients, improving mood regulation and reducing agitation incidents.
  • Coordinated special events to celebrate holidays, birthdays, or other milestones that fostered a sense of community within the residence.
  • Boosted social interaction among residents through the organization of group events and outings.
  • Promoted mental fitness by facilitating trivia games and puzzles that challenged cognitive abilities while encouraging socialization among peers.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness through regular feedback collection from participants and their families, leading to continuous improvement efforts for enhanced resident satisfaction.
  • Assisted with physical therapy exercises, promoting increased mobility and functional independence among participants.
  • Documented participant progress, providing valuable data for care plan adjustments and future activity planning.
  • Communicated with family members and other caregivers to provide updates on well-being and care of residents.
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups, and personal attention.
  • Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.

Work Experience (Placement)

Myli - My Community Library
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Organized library shelves, materials and equipment in clear, alphabetized order.
  • Maintained a well-organized collection through diligent shelving, shelf-reading, and inventory management tasks.
  • Answered questions from patrons and helped to find desired materials.
  • Handled check-in and check-out process of library books and materials at circulation desk.
  • Placed books on proper shelves when returned to circulation.
  • Located library materials, resources and technologies to fulfill patron requests.
  • Contributed to the library''s overall mission by performing additional tasks or responsibilities as assigned, adapting quickly to new challenges and demands.
  • Monitored library environments to maintain safe, hazard-free settings.
  • Collaborated with fellow staff members on projects aimed at improving overall library services and offerings.
  • Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by maintaining clean, safe, and inviting spaces within the library premises.
  • Enhanced patron experience by providing efficient and courteous customer service at the circulation desk.
  • Promoted literacy and reading enjoyment through developing engaging book displays and promotional materials.
  • Stayed up-to-date on library policies and procedures to smoothly enforce standards.
  • Gained strong understanding of various methods for cataloging books and other materials.
  • Supported community engagement initiatives by coordinating successful library events and programs for patrons of all ages.
  • Processed library card applications and maintained patron records with accurate contact information.
  • Collected and processed fines on overdue library materials.

PCW

Yallambee Aged Care Services Traralgon
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Casual
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Certificate III Individual Support Placement

Royal Freemasons (Moe)
12.2019 - 12.2019

Voluntary Teacher’s Aide Assistant (Parent)

Yallourn North Primary School
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
  • Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.

Full-time stay-at-home parent

01.2006 - 01.2019

Education

Diploma - Diploma of Library And Information Services

Swinburne University of Technology TAFE (online)
Hawthorn, VIC
12-2024

Certificate IV - Leisure And Health

GippsTAFE
Warragul, VIC

Certificate III - Certificate III Individual Support

GippsTAFE
Morwell, VIC

Skills

  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Compassionate communication

Certification

  • Diploma of Library and Information Services on-going
  • Certificate IV Leisure and Health
  • Certificate III Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community)
  • Provide First Aid Certificate with CPR
  • Diploma Church Ministry
  • Bachelor Community Development (2 years completed)
  • Current Working with Children Check
  • Current national police check

Timeline

Work Experience (Placement)

Myli - My Community Library
09.2024 - 10.2024

Activity Assistant/PCW

Latrobe Valley Village
03.2021 - Current

PCW

Yallambee Aged Care Services Traralgon
03.2020 - 01.2021

Certificate III Individual Support Placement

Royal Freemasons (Moe)
12.2019 - 12.2019

Voluntary Teacher’s Aide Assistant (Parent)

Yallourn North Primary School
01.2013 - 01.2014

Full-time stay-at-home parent

01.2006 - 01.2019

Caregiver

Diploma - Diploma of Library And Information Services

Swinburne University of Technology TAFE (online)

Certificate IV - Leisure And Health

GippsTAFE

Certificate III - Certificate III Individual Support

GippsTAFE

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