Georgi Thorneycroft
Two Rocks
Summary
Caring and empathetic Support Worker with 2.5 years of experience providing support for residents with Ahlzeihmers and a further 2 years experience providing community support within an agency for those living with disabilities. Lead a team of private support workers, being a private worker myself, for over 2.5 years to provide support to an NDIS participant I saw struggling with the support they had been receiving. I am a problem solver and a quick learner, always looking for another opportunity to expand my knowledge in whatever field I am presented. Punctual, optimistic and a critical thinker, I am an asset to have in any workplace.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Self Employed
04.2022 - 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.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
Support Worker
Carers Plus
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Aged Care Worker /Lifestyle Assistant
Mercy Health
02.2018 - 04.2020
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Documented residents' behavior in terms of mental status, sleeping and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Helped clients with hygiene-related tasks such as brushing teeth, bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Used Autumn Care and eCase to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
- Kept patients mentally alert by entertaining, conversing and reading aloud to patients.
Sound Technician
Mandurah Performing Arts Center
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Performed sound quality checks and front-of-house mixing to maintain company sound system.
- Prepared, packed and transported audio equipment for events and location shoots.
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
- Mixed voices, music and taped sound effects for live performances
Bar Attendant/Waitress
Cobblers
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, liquor brands, beers and non-alcoholic selections to enhance customer experience and expedite service.
- Notified management of guest complaints for quick, effective resolution.
- Operated and closed down bar station according to sanitation regulations and safety standards.
- Adhered to alcohol policies and procedures and complied with local and state laws.
Waitress
Hogs Breath Cafe
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
- Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons.
- Upsold food specialty items to increase overall sales and exceed targets.
- Cleaning of indoor and outdoor dining spaces- wiping tables, placing trash in receptacles and replenishing supplies.
Education
Certificate III - Individual Support
South Metropolitan Tafe
Mandurah12.2017
Diploma - Sound Production
SAE Qantm
Northbridge09.2016
High School Diploma -
Halls Head College
Halls Head, Mandurah10.2015
Skills
- Healthcare laws and regulations
- Care plan meetings
- Specialized in Alzheimer's care
- Patient-focused and compassionate care
- Assisted in end of life care
- Fast learner, adapting quickly to new environments
- Excellent client/resident/customer service
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent leadership skills
Additional Information
- Manual License C-Class
- Comprehensive Car Insurance
- First Aid Certificate and CPR renewed 2024
- NDIS Workers orientation module
- NDIS Screening Clearance
- White Card
- Awarded 'Employee of the Month' on several occasions in aged care
- Food Safe certificate (COVID SAFE)
References
Ruth Scott
Ruth.S@carersplus.com.au
08 9279 3200
Brigid Donnelly
Brigid.D@carersplus.com.au
08 9279 3200
Kathy & Michelle Scott (participant and family)
kcora@iinet.net.au
0417827536
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Self Employed
04.2022 - Current
Support Worker
Carers Plus
10.2020 - 10.2022
Aged Care Worker /Lifestyle Assistant
Mercy Health
02.2018 - 04.2020
Sound Technician
Mandurah Performing Arts Center
01.2017 - 12.2017
Bar Attendant/Waitress
Cobblers
02.2016 - 01.2017
Waitress
Hogs Breath Cafe
07.2015 - 01.2016
Certificate III - Individual Support
South Metropolitan Tafe
Diploma - Sound Production
SAE Qantm
High School Diploma -
Halls Head College
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