ELYSHEEBA KINYUA
COOLBELLUP,WA
Summary
I am a compassionate community worker with comprehensive knowledge of social service programs and community resources; skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of action to provide intervention and assistance. Other than that, I possess strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Care Worker
CareUpp
22/32B Albany Highway, Gosnells, WA, 6110, Western Australia
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
- Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Assisted with daily living skills training, supporting self-sufficiency among program participants.
- Organized recreational outings and community service projects, promoting social responsibility and civic engagement among youths.
- Maintained accurate case records, ensuring compliance with organizational policies and state regulations.
- Established clear expectations for behavior within the residential facility, reinforcing accountability among youths in our care.
- Ensured proper medication administration for individuals under my care according to doctors'' orders.
- Provided academic support during homework hours helping students stay on track academically.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
Disability Support Worker
Swell Service
7/30 Hasler Rd, Osborne Park, WA 6017, Western Australia
06.2023 - Current
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
Aged care support worker
CTD Nursing
52 Adelaide ST, Fremantle, WA, 6160, Western Australia
11.2022 - Current
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Reduced falls and injuries among residents by implementing tailored exercise programs.
- Promoted social interaction for isolated seniors through engaging group activities.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for all residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each resident.
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Continually updated knowledge in aged care practices by attending professional development courses regularly.
- Developed trust-based relationships with residents by actively listening to their concerns and demonstrating genuine interest in their lives.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing detailed handover reports on residents'' progress and needs.
- Advocated passionately for the rights of older adults, working tirelessly toward improving aged care standards across the sector.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Youth Worker
HARVEY RECRUITMENT
11.2022 - Current
- Improved clients' coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and rental payments.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
- Assisted in identifying and reducing barriers to youth engagement and development.
- Administered and tracked client service payments.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers and professionals to drive youth program outcomes.
- Developed and implemented range of lessons and resources to motivate young people.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to promote social services.
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.
Disability Support Worker
Rise Network
11.2022 - Current
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
- Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioural and academic growth.
Community Support Worker
ST. JUDES DISABILITY SERVICES
09.2022 - Current
- Participated in community events and activities to increase awareness of available social services.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources and services to meet needs of individuals and families.
- Planned and hosted on- and off-campus community service activities.
- Enlisted support of volunteers and collaborated with businesses and community groups.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Community Support Worker
SWAN IRIS HEALTHCARE
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Maintained frequent supervision of residents unable to call for assistance.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Developed partnerships with community organizations to expand services and referrals.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Education
DIPLOMA HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT -
WAIFS COLLEGE
Perth, WA11.2024
High School Diploma -
IRIANI GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
NYERI, KENYA04.2020
Skills
- Safety Monitoring
- Data Analysis
- Reintegration Techniques
- Conflict Mediation
- Computer Skills
- Elderly Care
- Client Privacy
- Behavior Support Plans
- Household Chores
- Lifestyle Support
- Client Interactions
- Client Requirements
- Improving Wellbeing
- Housekeeping Skills
- Team Collaborating
- Documentation Skills
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Meal Planning
- Medication Schedules
- Mobility Support
- Grooming and Bathing
- Bed Transfers
- Grooming Support
REFERENCES
ENRICO HARRIS
ST. JUDE DISABILITY SERVICES
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
enrico.h@carersplus.com.au
08 9279 3200
ROB GREY
HARVEY RECRUITMENT
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER
rgrey@harveyrecruitment.com.au
0438 878 063
NICOLE DE GRAAF
Senior Coordinator Rise Network
nicole.degraaf@risenetwork.com.au
0447 803 836
THULANI NLEYA
Admin CTD Nursing
admin@ctdnursingdisability.com.au
0416947615
ELIZA MAIYO
Coordinator Swell service
Eliza.Maiyo@swellservice.com
0484143052
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
CareUpp
06.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Swell Service
06.2023 - Current
Aged care support worker
CTD Nursing
11.2022 - Current
Youth Worker
HARVEY RECRUITMENT
11.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Rise Network
11.2022 - Current
Community Support Worker
SWAN IRIS HEALTHCARE
10.2022 - 01.2023
Community Support Worker
ST. JUDES DISABILITY SERVICES
09.2022 - Current
DIPLOMA HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT -
WAIFS COLLEGE
High School Diploma -
IRIANI GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL