Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Personal qualities
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Melissa Taylor

Perth,WA

Summary

Compassionate professional with extensive experience supporting community members through effective communication and active listening. Expertise in implementing tailored support plans and crisis intervention strategies, ensuring client well-being. Holds Certificate III in Individual Support, First Aid, and CPR certifications, with a strong understanding of aged patient care and mental health needs. Dedicated to securing a Care Worker position that promotes personal and professional growth.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regis Tasmania
01.2021
  • Acquired hands-on experience during a two-week work placement, enhancing practical skills.
  • Gained familiarity with workplace dynamics, fostering effective communication and teamwork capabilities.
  • Assisted with daily operations, contributing to a positive work environment and team morale.
  • Engaged in professional development activities to broaden industry knowledge and expertise.
  • Collaborated with team members on projects, strengthening collaborative problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Support Worker

Nulsen Disability Services
04.2023 - Current

Promoted client independence and dignity through daily living assistance and support.

Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create and implement personalized care plans for clients.

Facilitated effective communication between families and service providers to advocate for client needs.

Provided compassionate assistance with dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting for patients.

Ensured safe transportation for clients to social activities and essential appointments.

Supported clients in maintaining a clean living environment through household task assistance.

Managed household responsibilities including laundry, meal preparation, and general cleaning tasks.

Organized and coordinated recreational activities to enhance client social engagement and well-being.

Community support worker

The Parkside Foundation
08.2022 - 01.2023
  • Facilitated client mobility by providing safe and reliable transportation services.
  • Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences.
  • Delivered personal care services, ensuring comfort and dignity during daily routines.
  • Assisted clients with toileting, promoting independence and hygiene.
  • Provided domestic assistance, maintaining a clean and safe living environment for clients.
  • Supported clients with respite care, allowing families time for rest and self-care.
  • Enhanced daily living through structured activities that fostered engagement and well-being.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each client.

Disability Support Worker

Total Support Services
11.2021 - 09.2022
  • Casual Position: working with high care clients, transporting clients, preparing meals, personal care, hoisting clients, toileting.

Waitress

Tandara Motor Inn
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Casual position: customer service, use of electronic cash register.

Education

Certificate III - Individual Support, Ageing

Work and Training
01.2021

Certificate III - Animal Studies

Rosny College
01.2020

Year 10 - undefined

Triabunna District School
01.2018

Skills

  • Excellent Communication
  • Reliable
  • Person orientated
  • Initiative
  • Empathetic
  • Teamwork
  • Quick learner
  • Flexible
  • Relationship building
  • Disability awareness
  • Client confidentiality
  • Mobility support
  • Emotional support
  • Social skills development
  • Incident reports
  • Personal care

Certification

  • Certificate III individual Support, ageing
  • Certificate III in Animals Studies
  • Tasmania Certificate of Education
  • Working with Vulnerable Peoples Card
  • Unrestricted drivers license
  • Responsible Service of Alcohol

Personal qualities

  • An enthusiastic worker who is eager to learn
  • Friendly, polite and reliable
  • Highly motivated and able to work independently and in a team
  • Practical

Timeline

Support Worker

Nulsen Disability Services
04.2023 - Current

Community support worker

The Parkside Foundation
08.2022 - 01.2023

Disability Support Worker

Total Support Services
11.2021 - 09.2022

Waitress

Tandara Motor Inn
04.2021 - 11.2021

Regis Tasmania
01.2021

Certificate III - Animal Studies

Rosny College

Year 10 - undefined

Triabunna District School

Certificate III - Individual Support, Ageing

Work and Training
Melissa Taylor