Isabel Castillo
Charlestown,New South Wales
Summary
Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualised patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Empowered Community Services
03.2022 - Current
- Aided in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting participants.
- Drove participants safely to social activities and appointments
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, participant behaviours, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for participants.
- Adhered to company requirements for participant interactions and care standards.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
Disability Support Worker
MMT Care
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Administered medications and other treatments to maintain ongoing care plans
- Helped clients with hygiene, grooming, and bathroom assistance to support daily living needs
- Used reinforcement techniques to improve behaviours and reduce safety concerns
- Executed tasks to alleviate physical discomfort and promote social connectedness, emotional wellbeing, and general health
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate medical and physical condition of each client and evaluate unique needs.
Personal Care Worker
Australian Unity
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Provided companionship throughout day, engaging clients in conversation and activities
- Assisted clients with bathing and dressing to promote good personal hygiene
- Followed agency policy and procedures in administering care to clients
- Observed self-administration of medications to adhere to medication regimen
- Maintained case notes to document resident progress and condition.
Early Childcare Assistant
Connect Child and Family Services
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Made connections with children to facilitate learning, comfort, and personal growth
- Provided first aid and care to children with minor illnesses and injuries, notifying superiors and parents
- Processed paperwork and maintained records for state and federal compliance
- Created and maintained, in coordination with Room Leader, child-centred educational environments
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioural, and academic growth.
Education
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care -
TAFE
12.2020
Higher School Certificate -
Lithgow High School
Lithgow, NSW11.2017
Skills
- Patient evaluation
- Coordinating Services
- Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Community Assistance Knowledge
- Staff Meetings
- Social Skills Development
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Empowered Community Services
03.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
MMT Care
06.2021 - 03.2022
Personal Care Worker
Australian Unity
06.2021 - 10.2021
Early Childcare Assistant
Connect Child and Family Services
03.2020 - 05.2021
Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care -
TAFE
Higher School Certificate -
Lithgow High School
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