Empathetic support worker with over 6 years in disability support, education, and community care. Expertise in facilitating life skills development, enhancing emotional well-being, and fostering client independence through meaningful participation in daily activities and community events.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Ability Counts Consulting
Beaudesert, QLD
01.2023 - Current
Facilitated life skills development, including budgeting, cooking, and public transport use.
Delivered emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities, fostering resilience and coping strategies.
Provided companionship and emotional support, emphasizing mental wellness strategies.
Supported clients in attending appointments, social outings, and public activities.
Maintained accurate records and adhered to care plans, ensuring timely reporting of changes to improve client care.
Collaborated with families and allied health teams to ensure comprehensive care.
Assisted with meal preparation, household tasks, and medication reminders.
Participated in holistic care planning and client capacity building initiatives, enhancing overall client well-being and independence.
Support Worker
Centacare
Eagleby, QLD
01.2021 - 01.2023
Delivered person-centred care for clients with varying mobility and communication needs
Supported personal care, meal preparation, medication prompts, and hygiene to enhance client well-being
Supported clients with mobility, transport, and community participation
Facilitated social engagement and community involvement to promote client inclusion
Engaged with clients of varying mobility levels, from wheelchair-bound to independent.
Documented client progress and service delivery to ensure consistent support and accountability
Participated in training sessions to stay updated on best practices in disability support.
Provided financial assistance, budgeting support, and behaviour plan implementation
Teacher’s Aide
Woodridge State School
Woodridge, QLD
01.2018 - 01.2021
Delivered small-group and one-on-one learning support
Assisted students with special needs in SEP classrooms
Supported behaviour management and established classroom routines to enhance student engagement
Provided prep support for early learners to foster foundational skills
Managed office paperwork and prepared resources to streamline classroom operations
Education
Certificate IV - Individual Support (Disability)
Southport TAFE
09-2025
Certificate III - Individual Support (Disability)
Loganlea TAFE
08-2022
Skills
Community engagement
Life skills development
Assistance with daily living
Emotional, social & behavioural support
Record keeping, reporting & documentation
Person-centred care
Disability support
Effective communication
Problem solving
Social support facilitation
Incident management
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid (Mar 2025) - Skills for Vocational Pathways – Statement of Attainment - First Aid & CPR – First Aid Pro (Exp. 02/2027) - NDIS Worker Screening (Exp. 02/2027) - Working with Children Check (Blue Card) Exp. 22/09/2029 - AFP Police Check (Issued 09/09/2026) - Multiple eTrainu modules completed (2025).