Harold Barrientos
Wollongong,NSW
Summary
Experienced Disability Support Worker with expertise in compassionate care and assistance for individuals with complex medical and behavioural disabilities. Proficient in daily living support, meal preparation, and mobility aid. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills developed through extensive field experience. Committed to delivering comprehensive, empathetic, and personalized patient care. Skilled in managing appointments, administering medication, assisting with bathing and grooming, and maintaining clean and organized environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
The Disability Trust
08.2023 - 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.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Part-time Support Worker
Aruma Respite Service
01.2021 - 07.2023
- Assisting with ADL's, driving for customer day program, preparing meals, setting up PEG feed, assisting with medication, operating equipment for manual handling, updating client database and customer files, encouraging clients to engage in the community.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Assistant In Nursing
Lawrence Hargrave Private Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW02.2029
Skills
- High level customer service and communication
- Working under pressure
- Working in a busy team
- Attention to detail
- Time Management
- Daily living assistance
- Peg Feed Trained
- Manual Handling Trained
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal Care
- Independent Living Support
- Care Documentation
Accolades
Employee of the Year, Surf Dive n Ski, 2018, 2019, 2021
References
- Teddy Korner: Support Worker at Aruma: 0422982815, tdko69@hotmail.com
- Cameron White: Support Worker: 0491 610 285, cameronfnwhite@gmail.com
- Jasmine Andrews: Manager Surf Dive Ski, 0411 200 720, jasmineeileen@live.com.au
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certificate (2022)
- Certificate III in Aged Care (2012)
- Certificate III in Retail (2017)
- Enrolled in Bachelor of Social Work at UOW (2024)
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
The Disability Trust
08.2023 - Current
Part-time Support Worker
Aruma Respite Service
01.2021 - 07.2023
Assistant In Nursing
Lawrence Hargrave Private Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of Wollongong
- First Aid and CPR Certificate (2022)
- Certificate III in Aged Care (2012)
- Certificate III in Retail (2017)
- Enrolled in Bachelor of Social Work at UOW (2024)
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