Elizabeth Doumas
Medina,WA
Summary
Dedicated aged care worker skilled in daily living support, dementia, Parkinson's and palliative care. Recognized for developing strong client rapport and enhancing dignity and quality of life through clear communication and advocacy. Proficient in accurate online reporting and committed to continuous learning in caregiving.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Aged Care Worker
Dovida
Perth, WA
03.2022 - Current
- Supported clients with personal care, enhancing their dignity and comfort through daily activities.
- Prepared meals according to prescribed diets to meet nutritional needs.
- Helped with light housekeeping tasks, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Built trusting, compassionate relationships that uplifted clients’ emotional well-being and quality of life
- Delivered compassionate care and practical support to clients with complex needs, including dementia, Parkinson’s, mental health challenges, and those in palliative care, providing high-quality, person-centred assistance that promoted comfort and dignity
- Accurately documented care plans and client progress, facilitating effective communication among care teams.
- Participated in professional development, expanding skills in palliative and dementia care.
- Coordinated safe transportation for clients, promoting independence and community engagement.
Volunteer
Nursing Facilities and Private Homes
01.2006 - Current
- Delivered companionship and support to residents in homes and nursing facilities.
- Accompanied individuals on errands and social outings to enhance engagement.
Education
First Aid Incl CPR and emergency life support
St John Ambulance
Perth, WA09-2025
Caregiver Annual Update (Web-Based)
Dovida
Perth, WA09-2025
Annual Refresher (In Person And Online)
Dovida
Perth, WA07-2025
Certificate lll in Individual Support -
Home Instead Academy
11-2023
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA12-1988
Skills
- Nurturing client rapport
- Supportive client engagement
- Client advocacy
- Personal care, domestic and transportation assistance
- Dementia support and respite care
- End-of-life care
Affiliations
- Music (violin)
- gardening
- cycling
- kayaking
- walking
- woodworking
- cooking
Added
- Cared (and still caring) for elderly friends on a voluntary basis
- 3 years tutoring with Ronald McDonald House
- 9 years privately tutoring maths and English
- Home-schooled my 3 children for 14 years
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Aged Care Worker
Dovida
03.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Nursing Facilities and Private Homes
01.2006 - Current
First Aid Incl CPR and emergency life support
St John Ambulance
Caregiver Annual Update (Web-Based)
Dovida
Annual Refresher (In Person And Online)
Dovida
Certificate lll in Individual Support -
Home Instead Academy
Bachelor of Education - Primary Education
Edith Cowan University