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Certification
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Glorie Tonkin

Redbank,QLD

Summary

Adept Disability Support Worker with a proven current track record at CPL - Choice, Passion, Life, enhancing client quality of life through empathetic care and strategic support planning. Youth worker experience. Excelled in relationship building with a disability & youth awareness, significantly improving client independence and social skills. Mastered daily living assistance and safety protocols, ensuring a secure, positive environment for all clients.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Disability Support Worker

CPL - Choice, Passion, Life
08.2015 - 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.

Disability Support Worker

Headway's
03.2013 - 08.2015
  • 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.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Youth Worker

Direct Care Resources
01.2007 - 09.2009
  • Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
  • Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
  • Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
  • Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
  • Promoted positive peer interactions by facilitating group activities and modeling respectful communication techniques.
  • Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.

Skills

  • Daily living assistance
  • Mental health & wellbeing
  • Housekeeping and meal preparation
  • Personal Care
  • Independent Living Support
  • Relationship Building
  • Disability Awareness
  • Documentation skills
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Incident Reports
  • Disability Services
  • Mobility support
  • Meal Planning
  • Computer Skills
  • Health and safety
  • Daily Living Requirements
  • Individual Support Plans
  • Household chores
  • Creative Thinking
  • Risk Assessments
  • Family Communication
  • Emotional Support
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Team Leadership
  • Social Skills Development

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved incident reports which led to better outcomes.
  • Supervised as house leader with a team of 8 staff members.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Certification

  • BLUE CARD
  • NDIS YELLOW CARD
  • FIRST AID & CPR
  • CERTIFIED 3 & 4 IN DISABILITY

References

Natasha Boynton 0438969684

Shelly Foraman 0457361508

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

CPL - Choice, Passion, Life
08.2015 - Current

Disability Support Worker

Headway's
03.2013 - 08.2015

Youth Worker

Direct Care Resources
01.2007 - 09.2009

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