Dedicated and compassionate disability support worker and aspiring teacher. Skilled at promoting inclusivity and client-centered care. Possesses outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online Plant Business Owner
Heirlooms By Heidi
06.2023 - Current
Researched plant care of 200+ plant varieties, e-commerce marketing tools, plant photography, social media platforms, wholesale nurseries, and skills necessary to operate online plant business.
Documented all business expenses including cost of goods, overhead, labor, shipping, and materials, accurately.
Established positive ongoing relationships with customers, and consistently maintained first-class quality of plants and service.
Rated Top Seller with 100% Positive Reviews on Ebay.
NDIS Disability Support Worker
Flexi Support
06.2022 - Current
Providing in-home care to individuals with disabilities and aged care clients.
Assisting with personal hygiene, domestic duties, exercise, meal preparation, companionship, and more.
Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
Demonstrating empathy, patience, attention to detail, and passion for helping others.
Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services, and case notes.
Received positive feedback from 5+ clients for high level of integrity and care.
Pharmacy Assistant
Chemist Warehouse
08.2016 - 04.2022
Demonstrated professionalism when handling sensitive patient situations, preserving confidentiality at all times.
Managed inventory, restocked shelves, operated POS system, and completed administrative tasks in fast-paced retail environment.
Responded to customer inquiries regarding medications, dosages, and potential side effects with empathy and patience.
Commended for demonstrating excellent customer service by customers.
Maths and English Private Tutor
Ezy Math Tutoring
05.2018 - 09.2021
Created individual lesson plans for students aged 11 - 21 based on their learning capacity every week.
Assisted students with comprehension of materials and practice questions in sessions ranging from 1 - 3 hours.
Taught students with learning disabilities.
Traveled 10km+ to various locations to provide tutoring sessions to students in need or accommodated for regional students via video call.
Updated parents on student's progress after each lesson.
Education
Bachelor of Science/Master of Secondary Teaching - Mathematical Modelling
Deakin University
Burwood, Australia
10.2024
VCE -
Canterbury Girls' Secondary College
Canterbury, Australia
11.2014
Skills
Written and Oral Communication
Well-versed in NDIS, Healthcare, and Education
Compassion, Patience, and Resilience
Team Collaboration and Leadership
Emotionally Intelligent and Active Listener
Enthusiasm and Proactive Attitude
Committed to Lifelong Learning and Development
Administration, Proficiency in Technology such as Microsoft Office, Zoom, and Teams
Problem-solving and Creative Thinking abilities
Time Management, Attention to Detail, and Organization
Certification
Valid NDIS Worker Screening Check
Valid Working With Children Check
Valid CPR and First Aid Check
Valid National Police Check
Triple vaccinated for Covid-19
Volunteering
Taught English to adult learners in groups of 5 - 10 on a fortnightly basis.
Facilitated lesson plans and social events with other volunteers.
Taught lessons on numerous topics including travel, restaurants, sports, looking for work, public transport, and Australian slang.
Hobbies
Badminton
Cooking
Opshopping
Gardening
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Online Plant Business Owner
Heirlooms By Heidi
06.2023 - Current
NDIS Disability Support Worker
Flexi Support
06.2022 - Current
Maths and English Private Tutor
Ezy Math Tutoring
05.2018 - 09.2021
Pharmacy Assistant
Chemist Warehouse
08.2016 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science/Master of Secondary Teaching - Mathematical Modelling