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Helen Ktori

Dakabin,Qld

Summary

Experienced and dedicated professional with a strong background in disability support, specializing in high/complex physical and mental health disabilities. Proven expertise in managing and training staff, focusing on seizure and medication management, incident reporting, and monitoring procedures. Skilled in staff rostering, accounts management, and effective communication with health professionals and client stakeholders. Extensive experience in providing compassionate care and support for children and adults with disabilities, ensuring their well-being and independence. Demonstrated proficiency in handling mobility and disability equipment, recording and documenting procedures, and implementing customer support plans. Adept at providing excellent customer service, with strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to work under pressure.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior House Manager

Hope and Care Community Services
03.2024 - Current

-Managing NDIS participant's medical, and allied health appointments and medications.

community-managing staff Rostering for SIL and C Participation for NDIS participants.

-Maintaining ordering house supplies, meal plans, medication, and participant medical and behavior documents.

-monitoring staff shift notes and reporting to participants stakeholders weekly.

ACCOMMODATION SUPPORT MANAGER

Claro Aged Care and Disability Services
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Oversee the management of 4 supported individual living houses, including coordinating a 24/7 roster for 48 staff members
  • Lead group sessions, conduct comprehensive assessments, and coordinate medical and allied health appointments for 17 clients
  • Organise stakeholder meetings for 17 clients to ensure their needs are addressed and met effectively
  • Manage the procurement and distribution of house and client supplies, oversee fire plans and drills, and coordinate house repairs and maintenance
  • Develop and conduct staff training sessions, meetings, and updates to ensure staff are informed and equipped to provide quality care
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless operations and high-quality care for clients

DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER

Just Better Care-North Brisbane
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Provided personalised support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring their physical, emotional, and social needs were met
  • Proactively assisted clients with daily living activities, including personal care, meal preparation, and household tasks, promoting independence and well-being
  • Developed and implemented individual support plans, in collaboration with clients and their families, to achieve personal goals and aspirations
  • Facilitated community engagement and participation, enabling clients to access social and recreational activities that enhance their quality of life
  • Maintained accurate records and documentation, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, and contributing to the continuous improvement of service delivery
  • 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.

OWNER

Gold Coast Care Service
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Orchestrated community access support services for children and adults with special needs, overseeing vacation care and respite care programs
  • Utilised computer skills to manage information, enquiries, rosters, stakeholder meetings, and accounts, ensuring efficient business operations
  • Managed all facets of the business, including revenue generation through customer acquisition and service expansion
  • Directed community access support workers and coordinated vacation and respite care for children and adults with special needs
  • Oversaw business operations, including revenue generation and service expansion, by attracting new customers and defining innovative services and products
  • Developed and maintained strong client relationships, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring team members completed all tasks accurately and efficiently.

TEACHER AIDE (RELIEF)

Beenleigh Special School
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Assessed students' abilities and limitations in intellectual, physical, social, and emotional domains, as well as language and cultural aspects
  • Developed and implemented specialised programs for remedial or advanced tuition based on individual student needs
  • Administered and interpreted assessments to guide instructional planning and intervention strategies
  • Created instructional materials and methods to support student learning and rehabilitation efforts
  • Collaborated with parents, teachers, and staff to provide guidance and support for implementing special techniques and lesson planning for students with special needs

DISABILITY CARER

Life Without Barriers/Child Safety
01.2012 - 01.2020
  • Provided respite and primary care for children and young adults with disabilities, assisting with transitions into care and organising their needs
  • Managed conflict resolution, paperwork, and therapy organisation for children, participating in regular stakeholder meetings
  • Received extensive training with Evolve and other services, acquiring knowledge on various behaviours and strategies to support individuals with trauma, disability, and mobility issues
  • Supported children and young adults with disabilities, facilitating their transition into care and addressing their needs
  • Handled conflict resolution, paperwork, and therapy organisation for children, actively participating in stakeholder meetings and receiving training in supporting individuals with trauma, disability, and mobility issues

TEACHER AIDE (RELIEF)

Pacific Pines Primary School
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Assessed students' abilities and limitations in intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and cultural domains
  • Planned and implemented specialised programs for remedial or advanced tuition
  • Administered assessments and interpreted results to inform instructional planning and intervention strategies
  • Developed instructional materials and aids to support training and rehabilitation efforts
  • Advised, instructed, and counselled parents and teachers on the use of special techniques, and collaborated with staff to plan and schedule lessons for students with special needs

CASUAL LIFESTYLE SUPPORT WORKER

Ultimate Personal Care Gold Coast
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Provided essential respite for families with children and young adults with disabilities, offering support in residential homes and assisting with daily tasks
  • Managed meal preparation, medication administration, peg gastro feeding, and equipment organisation for young adults with mobility issues
  • Ensured safe and timely transportation to activities, fostering a positive and productive household atmosphere

TEACHER AIDE

Southport Special School
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Ensured the classroom was set up daily for children's activities and learning, supported teachers with education plans, and prepared reports
  • Provided hands-on assistance with manual handling, gastro tube feeding, and toilet duties, and operated equipment for children with mobility challenges
  • Facilitated a year-long transition class, guiding young adults to workplaces and teaching essential life skills
  • Managed conflicts by redirecting and calming children and young adults exhibiting verbal and physical aggressive behaviours
  • Maintained accurate records by completing daily reports, communication books, and medication reports

Education

Leadership and Management/Change Management -

Zentitas Health Care
01.2023

Case Management - WTAR Management, Fire Warden Safety, Clinical Government Framework, Effective Goal Setting

Zenitas Health Care
01.2023

Infection Control Training for Covid-19 -

Australian Government
01.2020

Therapeutic Intervention - Working with Mental Health

Life Without Barriers
01.2018

Manual Handling - Seizure and Anaphylactic Management

Southport Special School
01.2015

Certificate 3 - Education Support

Gold Coast TAFE
01.2012

Certificate 3 - Disability

Gold Coast TAFE
01.2011

Business Management -

Townsville TAFE
Townsville, QLD
01.2002

Skills

  • Disability Support
  • Seizure Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Incident Reporting
  • Anaphylaxis Management
  • Diabetes Management
  • Staff Training and Development
  • Client Care and Support

References

  • Caroline Summers, Support Worker, 0457 343 441
  • Kim Roebig, School Teacher/Guidance Officer, 07 5562 411
  • Shauna Briese, School Teacher, 07 5552 0333

Timeline

Senior House Manager

Hope and Care Community Services
03.2024 - Current

ACCOMMODATION SUPPORT MANAGER

Claro Aged Care and Disability Services
01.2023 - 02.2024

DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER

Just Better Care-North Brisbane
01.2022 - 01.2023

OWNER

Gold Coast Care Service
01.2019 - 01.2023

TEACHER AIDE (RELIEF)

Beenleigh Special School
01.2018 - 01.2020

TEACHER AIDE (RELIEF)

Pacific Pines Primary School
01.2015 - 01.2016

CASUAL LIFESTYLE SUPPORT WORKER

Ultimate Personal Care Gold Coast
01.2014 - 01.2015

DISABILITY CARER

Life Without Barriers/Child Safety
01.2012 - 01.2020

TEACHER AIDE

Southport Special School
01.2012 - 01.2015

Leadership and Management/Change Management -

Zentitas Health Care

Case Management - WTAR Management, Fire Warden Safety, Clinical Government Framework, Effective Goal Setting

Zenitas Health Care

Infection Control Training for Covid-19 -

Australian Government

Therapeutic Intervention - Working with Mental Health

Life Without Barriers

Manual Handling - Seizure and Anaphylactic Management

Southport Special School

Certificate 3 - Education Support

Gold Coast TAFE

Certificate 3 - Disability

Gold Coast TAFE

Business Management -

Townsville TAFE
Helen Ktori