Elza Dugase
Magill,SA
Summary
Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Expert in client disability support. Caring Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals living with disability issues. Versed in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience. Highly motivated professional demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Better Care Australia
04.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Mental Health Worker
Gaval Community Services
07.2021 - Current
- Empowered clients to take control of their mental health by teaching coping strategies and self-management techniques.
- Increased access to mental health services within the community by conducting outreach efforts at local events and organizations.
- Contributed to a safe therapeutic environment by adhering to confidentiality standards and ethical guidelines set forth by the profession.
- Advocated for the importance of mental health in overall wellness by participating in community initiatives focused on raising awareness and reducing stigma surrounding mental illness.
Disability Support Worker
NEXTT
08.2020 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
Disability Support Worker
Nganana
06.2020 - 04.2022
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- 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.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
Personal Care Assistant
Onkaparinga Valley Residential Care
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Personal Care Attendant
Aldersgate Residential Aged Care
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Collaborated effectively with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients with complex medical conditions.
- Ensured safety and comfort of clients through diligent monitoring and timely assistance with daily activities.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients, and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
Patient Educator
Urologist PA Seychelles Hospital And Rehab Center
04.2010 - 04.2016
- Stayed current on emerging trends in patient education best practices through regular professional development activities.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, advocating for optimal patient education opportunities and resources.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality education sessions that met or exceeded expectations.
- Utilized multimedia tools such as videos, pamphlets, and interactive presentations to engage patients in the learning process effectively.
Education
Diploma - Mental Health
Torrens University Australia
Adelaide, SADiploma - Nursing
Torrens University Australia
Adelaide, SA11.2019
Certificate III - Age Care, Disability And Individual Support
TRISON Business College
SA Adelaide05.2018
Skills
- Daily living assistance
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal Care
- Independent Living Support
- Relationship Building
- Disability Awareness
- Documentation And Reporting
- Client Confidentiality
- Incident Reports
- Documentation skills
- Mobility support
- Disability Services
cooking, family, nature, Baking, swimming, music g
on my free day i love to interact with nature by taking adventures i.e hikes, swimming, cooking, spending quality time with family and listening to music
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Better Care Australia
04.2024 - Current
Mental Health Worker
Gaval Community Services
07.2021 - Current
Disability Support Worker
NEXTT
08.2020 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Nganana
06.2020 - 04.2022
Personal Care Attendant
Aldersgate Residential Aged Care
03.2018 - 07.2018
Personal Care Assistant
Onkaparinga Valley Residential Care
01.2018 - 07.2019
Patient Educator
Urologist PA Seychelles Hospital And Rehab Center
04.2010 - 04.2016
Diploma - Mental Health
Torrens University Australia
Diploma - Nursing
Torrens University Australia
Certificate III - Age Care, Disability And Individual Support
TRISON Business College
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