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HADLEY WIGHTMAN

Baldivis,WA

Summary

Caring Disability Support Worker, skilled at working with individuals living with medical issues. I am versed in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. I have excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience.

I am highly compassionate and empathetic towards all my clients needs and feelings, focused on treating all my clients with dignity and respect at all times.

My Passion in life is to help and have a positive influence on all people that cross my path. I am an extremely organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker, dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualised patient support, and I would be honoured to secure a position with your Company.

To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers, professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills,would be a great added bonus.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Family and Disability Support Worker

Self Employed
06.2022 - Current
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
  • Developed individual treatment plans and provided counseling to patients.

Disability Support Worker

CamCan
01.2019 - 05.2022
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Designed individualized plans detailing daily activities and needs for patients.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
  • Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
  • Developed individual treatment plans and provided counselling to patients.

Primary School Tutor

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Casual Relief Teacher

Various
01.2008 - 12.2018
  • Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans in established classrooms.
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
  • Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.

Education

Bachelor of Primary Education - Education

UNISA
Pretoria, South Africa
12.1990

Timeline

Family and Disability Support Worker

Self Employed
06.2022 - Current

Disability Support Worker

CamCan
01.2019 - 05.2022

Primary School Tutor

Self Employed
01.2014 - Current

Casual Relief Teacher

Various
01.2008 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Primary Education - Education

UNISA

Skills

  • Social Justice
  • Client Requirements
  • Safety Management
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Client Transportation and Mobility Support
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs and Personal Growth
  • Seizure Management
  • Household Management and Chores
  • Improving Wellbeing
  • Client Privacy
  • Dietary Guidelines and Meal Preparation

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