Ian Simiyu
Gosnells,WA
Summary
Educated disability/aged care/youth support worker dedicated to providing assistance to individuals and families in need. Proficient in assessing individual circumstances, identifying resources and developing plans of action to deliver support. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
Reliable support worker offering several-year background promoting client development in day program and group home settings. Skilled in facilitating physical and educational activities and monitoring client progress. Observant and patient team player with passion for helping others.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Support Worker
Blue Cove Group
Perth, WA, WA
04.2020 - Current
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Encouraged children to develop healthy social and emotional skills.
- Documented children's growth and development.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- 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.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers and professionals to drive youth program outcomes.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.
- Provided one-on-one support to vulnerable youth by facilitating activities and monitoring progress.
- Attended court hearings related to cases involving clients when necessary or requested by supervisor.
- Collaborated with families, schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders in providing effective interventions for youth in need of assistance.
Disability Support Worker
Carers Plus
Suite 1, 216 Belmont Avenue, Kewdale WA 6105 PO B
03.2022 - 07.2024
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospital setting.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
Support Worker
Guardian Angel Health Support Services
UB4/176 MAIN STREET OSBORNE PARK WA, WA
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing feedback in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for each client.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
- Helped clients develop coping mechanisms, technical abilities and job skills.
Voluntary Worker
Nairobi National Hospital
Nairobi Kenya
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing attentive care and addressing their needs in a timely manner.
- Assisted nurses with daily tasks for more efficient patient care and smoother shift transitions.
- Enhanced communication between healthcare team members by promptly relaying important patient information.
- Maintained accurate patient records by diligently updating medical charts and documenting vital signs.
Red Cross Volunteer
Red Cross Club
Kenya
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Enhanced disaster response capabilities by participating in training sessions and workshops.
- Assisted affected communities by providing first aid, emotional support, and essential supplies during natural disasters.
- Collaborated with team members to assess needs and allocate resources effectively in emergency situations.
- Participated in community outreach programs, promoting Red Cross initiatives and increasing public awareness of services offered.
- Supported blood donation drives by registering donors, managing logistics, and facilitating a smooth process for all involved.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastronomy Training
Skilled Solution Australia
Perth, WA01.2024
Cert Iv in Disability
Supreme Education & Training Pty Ltd
Western Australia 08-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Hazardous Manual Handling Workshop
Christal Clear Training
PERTH01.2023
Associate of Science - HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Christal Clear Training
Perth01.2023
Associate of Science - HLTAID0110 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
Christal Clear Training
Perth01.2023
Associate of Science - HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Christal Clear Training
Perth01.2023
Commercial Cookery
Perth College of Business And Technology
Perth11-2021
Associate of Science - Disability Studies
Thika School of Medical And Health Sciences
Nairobi, KenyaSkills
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Computer Skills
- Grooming Support
- Recordkeeping Proficiency
- Client Transportation
- Behavior Support Plans
- Personal Growth Support
- Developmental Disabilities
- Mental Illness Treatment
- Independent Living Support
- Home Healthcare Services
- Risk Assessments
- Personal Care
- Client Needs Assessment
- Relationship Building
- Incident Reports
- Family Communication
- Case Management
- Goal setting and planning
- Personal care assistance
- Emotional Support
Certification
- Community health,HIV AIDS Disability care
- food hygiene
- manual handling
- First aid
- Certificate in hand hygiene nursing/midwifery
- Infection Control Training - COVID 19
- NDIS
- Hand hygiene
- COVID 19 - MODULE 1 - Personal Safety
- COVID 19 - Module 2 - Families and Visitors - Part 2 - In-home Care
- COVID 19 - Care Module 3 - COVID 19 and Aged / disabled Care
- COVID 19 -Module 4 - Outbreak Management Procedures
- COVID 19 - Module 5 - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- COVID 19 - Module 6 - Laundry
- COVID 19 - Module 7 - Cleaning
- COVID 19 - Module 8 - If you suspect a person has coronavirus COVID-19
- COVID 19 - Module 9 - Supporting Older AND Disabled Australians - Part 1 Residential Care
- COVID 19 - Indigenous Health Module 1 - Introduction To COVID-19 Epidemiology
- COVID 19 - Indigenous Health Module 3 - Conducting interview with our mob
- COVID 19 - Indigenous Health Module 4 - Using Personal Protective Equipment in remote communities
- COVID 19 - Indigenous Health Module 5 - Line Listing and data management for COVID-19
- Association for Project Management (APM)
- SafeServ Certified
- Accrediting Agency, Field of study:cert iv in individual support
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Carers Plus
03.2022 - 07.2024
Youth Support Worker
Blue Cove Group
04.2020 - Current
Support Worker
Guardian Angel Health Support Services
01.2019 - 02.2022
Voluntary Worker
Nairobi National Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2019
Red Cross Volunteer
Red Cross Club
01.2016 - 01.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastronomy Training
Skilled Solution Australia
Cert Iv in Disability
Supreme Education & Training Pty Ltd
Associate of Applied Science - Hazardous Manual Handling Workshop
Christal Clear Training
Associate of Science - HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Christal Clear Training
Associate of Science - HLTAID0110 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
Christal Clear Training
Associate of Science - HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Christal Clear Training
Commercial Cookery
Perth College of Business And Technology
Associate of Science - Disability Studies
Thika School of Medical And Health Sciences