ISAAC M. KURIA
Cranbourne East,VIC
Summary
A caring professional eager to work in a challenging and stimulating environment with opportunity to use current disability care experience and training to enrich the knowledge and skills in offering personalized care and Support to people with emotional, physical, social and spiritual needs with utmost respect, honesty and empathy.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Disability Support Worker
DEFINE COMMUNITY CARE VIC
2023.09 - Current
- Assisting individuals with daily personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting, particularly for those with limited mobility.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
Disability Support Worker
SAGABOL DISABILITY SERVICE QLD
2022.03 - 2023.08
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
Disability Support Worker
ABSOLUTE DISABILITY CARE QLD
2022.01 - 2023.08
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance
Education
Masters of Social Work(Qualifying) - Social Work
ACAP
Melbourne, VIC 2001.04 -
Graduate Certificate in Human Service - Social Work
ACAP
Melbourne, VIC 2001.04 -
Certificate IV in Disability - Disability Studies
Elite College
Melbourne, VIC 2001.04 -
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Sociology
University of Nairobi
Kenya 2015.09 - 2019.12
Skills
Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
Time management and multitasking skills
Planning and Problem-Solving skills.
Computer Literacy
Can work well in a team.
Personal Care
Family Communication
Personal Qualifications
- Certificate IV in Disability
- Hand Hygiene
- Valid ‘C’ Class Open Driver’s Licence
- Manual Handling
- First Aid
- CPR
- NDIS Screening Check
- Blue Card
- National Police Check
- NDIS worker's Module
References
Upon Request
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
DEFINE COMMUNITY CARE VIC
2023.09 - Current
Disability Support Worker
SAGABOL DISABILITY SERVICE QLD
2022.03 - 2023.08
Disability Support Worker
ABSOLUTE DISABILITY CARE QLD
2022.01 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Arts - Economics And Sociology
University of Nairobi
2015.09 - 2019.12
Masters of Social Work(Qualifying) - Social Work
ACAP
2001.04 -
Graduate Certificate in Human Service - Social Work
ACAP
2001.04 -
Certificate IV in Disability - Disability Studies
Elite College
2001.04 -
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