GAYATRI DESHMUKH
Parramatta,NSW
Summary
Empathetic Counselling Intern known for connecting with clients, maintaining comfort and promoting progress during sessions. Easily collects information about patients through conversations, questions and in-depth interviews. Excellent observational and analytical skills with great insight into patients' mental states.
Also, a diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Swolio Disability Services
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted client with Parkinson's with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support the client's nutritional needs
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs
- Maintained strong connections within the caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
Disability Support Worker
Pearl Home Care
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- 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.
Tutor
Guruvarya Foundation
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies
- Used personalized learning plans to guide students to a deeper understanding of course material and learning styles
- Maintained tutoring records to adjust instruction and update parents on student progress
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities
Education
Master of Science - Psychotherapy and Counselling
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Institute of Forensic Science
05.2022
Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Empowerment
- Cultural competence
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Crisis intervention
- Time management
- Elderly Care
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Daily living assistance
- Meal Preparation
- First aid and safety
Certification
- First-Aid Training
- working with children check
- disability and child protection certificates
Languages
English
Professional Working
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Swolio Disability Services
05.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Pearl Home Care
03.2023 - 05.2023
Tutor
Guruvarya Foundation
12.2020 - 01.2023
Master of Science - Psychotherapy and Counselling
Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Institute of Forensic Science
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