Israel Paredes Sanchez
Baldivis,WA
Summary
Dynamic and multilingual recent graduate with a strong foundation in History, Politics, and International Relations, fluent in both Spanish and English. Combines exceptional analytical capabilities with outstanding communication skills, honed through diverse experiences in Disability Support and as a business owner in the gardening sector. Passionate about applying a versatile skill set to drive meaningful impact and deliver value in future professional pursuits.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Support Worker
Adventure WA Support
Perth, Australia
01.2024 - Current
- Support the client's rehabilitation and social integration through consistent engagement in activities.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
- Accompany the client in educational and social programs, fostering a stable environment.
- Focus on creating a supportive atmosphere, aiding the client's recovery and development.
- Drive client progress by implementing tailored rehabilitation strategies, resulting in improved social skills, and increased participation in community programs.
- Supported individuals with facility-based planned activities in home and community settings.
- Manage medication and paperwork, ensuring compliance and accuracy for client care.
Self-employed
Matador Gardening Services
Baldivis, Australia
09.2023 - Current
- Perform diverse gardening tasks, ensuring high-quality standards and safety compliance.
- Maintain and operate gardening equipment, enhancing efficiency and productivity.
- Skilled in marketing and promoting gardening services to attract and retain clients. Expertise in leveraging both traditional and digital marketing strategies to grow a loyal customer base and enhance brand visibility.
- Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense control. Successfully manage all financial aspects of the business, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth.
- Lead strategic planning and execution for gardening services, driving business growth and client satisfaction through innovative landscaping solutions.
- Manage operations, finances, and team performance to deliver high-quality gardening services, resulting in substantial revenue increases and client base expansion.
Community Support Worker
Programmed Care
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Assist clients with daily activities, enhancing their quality of life through personalized care plans
- Coordinate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support and improved client outcomes
- Provide emotional support, fostering a positive and trusting relationship with clients and their families
- Monitor and document client progress, ensuring accurate and timely updates for care adjustments
Employee
Jim's Mowing
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Maintained lawns, gardens, and landscapes using specialized equipment
- Ensured client satisfaction through attention to detail and efficient work practices
- Optimized landscaping processes, reducing average job completion time
- Consistently met and exceeded client expectations, contributing to the company's reputation
- Coordinated with team members to tackle large-scale landscaping projects efficiently
- Shared best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
Support Worker
CareALot
Rockingham, Australia
01.2023 - 10.2023
- At CareLot, I leveraged my gardening skills to support the elderly, going beyond landscaping tasks to offer companionship and emotional support.
- Provided personalized care to elderly clients, blending gardening expertise with emotional support to enhance their quality of life and independence.
- Maintained client records and medication logs, ensuring accurate documentation for informed medical decisions, and continuity of care.
Disability Support Worker
Adachi Enabling Disability
02.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided comprehensive support to individuals with mental disabilities, enhancing their quality of life
- Assisted elderly individuals with physical, mental, and emotional needs through personal and domestic care
- Adapted and learned to support individuals with autism and dementia, fostering independence
- Performed daily tasks and household chores, ensuring a clean and safe living environment
- Developed profound knowledge and connection with disabilities, contributing to a supportive team
Kitchen Hand/Dishwasher
Catalano and Co Baldivis
Baldivis, Australia
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Maintained a clean, efficient workspace in a high-demand kitchen environment.
- Prepared dining areas and cook stations for the next shift through thorough cleaning and restocking.
- Operated and maintained kitchen machines and appliances to ensure optimal performance.
- Adapted to fast-paced kitchen demands, ensuring cleanliness, and efficiency.
- Supported kitchen staff by performing various tasks, contributing to a smooth operation.
Education
Certificate 4 - Youth Work
South Metropolitan TAFE
01.2025
Bachelor of Arts - History & Politics
The University of Notre Dame
Fremantle, Perth07.2022
Some College (No Degree) - OpenUnis SP 1 MEDA1000 MED104 Engaging Media
Curtin University
Perth, WASome College (No Degree) - OpenUnis SP 1 NETS1003 WEB101 Web Communications
Curtin University
Perth, WASkills
- Educational guidance
- Employment support
- Budgeting and finance
- Disability Awareness
- Personal Care
- Community Service
- Rehabilitation Analysis
- Digital Marketing
- Customer Service
- Sales Strategy
- Landscape Design
- Gardening
- Power Tools
- Self-advocacy support
- Individualized support
- Service planning
- Mental health
- Transportation assistance
- Personal care assistance
Certification
- First Aid Course Certificate (2023)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- SN Services Basic Life Support and Manual Handling
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Manual Handling Certificate (NDS)
- Documenting Records Certificate (NDS)
- Hand Hygiene (Etrainu)
- White Card Certificate
- Infection Control for Disability Support Workers
- Medication Management (NDS)
- Personal Protective Equipment PPE (NDS)
- Food Handling (NDS)
- Working with Children Card (2023)
- Kolbe Catholic College Graduation Certificate (2018)
- Completion of the Tertiary Pathway Program at the University of Notre Dame (2019)
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
- NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Professional
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Adventure WA Support
01.2024 - Current
Community Support Worker
Programmed Care
11.2023 - 06.2024
Self-employed
Matador Gardening Services
09.2023 - Current
Employee
Jim's Mowing
02.2023 - 02.2024
Support Worker
CareALot
01.2023 - 10.2023
Disability Support Worker
Adachi Enabling Disability
02.2021 - 07.2022
Kitchen Hand/Dishwasher
Catalano and Co Baldivis
01.2018 - 05.2019
Certificate 4 - Youth Work
South Metropolitan TAFE
Bachelor of Arts - History & Politics
The University of Notre Dame
Some College (No Degree) - OpenUnis SP 1 MEDA1000 MED104 Engaging Media
Curtin University
Some College (No Degree) - OpenUnis SP 1 NETS1003 WEB101 Web Communications
Curtin University
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