Keira-lee Webb
Bundaberg ,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker with 8 years of experience. Well-versed in helping individuals living with disabilities. Knowledgeable about providing daily living support, preparing meals and assisting with personal mobility.
I have my cert 3 in childcare and would love to Gain employment in child care.
I am a Mother of two young Boys and I am passionate about providing quality care to children.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Caring Hearts Disability Support Services
4670, QUNABA, QLD, Queensland
01.2016 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Monitored client progress and reported any changes in behavior or health conditions to supervisor.
- Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
- Developed strategies to help individuals cope with their disability.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
- Communicated regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
- Provided assistance in the home environment including meal preparation and light housekeeping.
- Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
- Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders and monitored side effects.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Helped disabled persons access community resources such as housing options or job training programs.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Assisted individuals in performing wide range of housekeeping functions to develop levels of ability.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs by following safe lifting techniques.
- Transported clients to and from medical and mental health appointments with assigned vehicle.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
- Planned and prepared nutritious meals and snacks to meet diabetic, low sodium and high protein diets.
- Maintained organized filing system for client records, providing complete documentation of all interactions.
- Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation and family visits to maintain schedule.
- Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
- Collaborated with community workers to implement exciting social activity programs within facility.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
Child Care Worker (placement Hours)
Expeditions early learning journey
Bundaberg
09.2016 - 09.2016
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for children.
- Assisted in the development of activities to engage children in play and learning.
- Monitored the safety of all children while inside or outside the facility.
- Ensured that all toys, books, and equipment were clean and properly stored.
- Cared for infants by changing diapers, feeding, and providing comfort as needed.
- Communicated with parents about their child's progress and behavior.
- Followed strict health and safety guidelines set by the state regulations.
- Organized snacks for children during snack time.
- Maintained a positive attitude when interacting with both parents and children.
- Prepared materials for educational projects that help foster learning skills in children.
- Encouraged good hygiene habits such as washing hands before meals.
- Observed each child's individual needs while maintaining an overall group setting.
- Helped facilitate smooth transitions between activities throughout the day.
- Assisted teachers with classroom preparation tasks such as cleaning up after activities.
- Incorporated music into daily routines to make them more enjoyable.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Recorded child behavior, food and medication information for supervisors.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Read stories to children, facilitated discussions and tied books into learning opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bundaberg State High School
Bundaberg 11-2017
Cert 3 in Childcare - Child Care
Cert 3 in Early Education And Care
Tafe QLD09-2017
Skills
- Respite Care
- Individualized support plans
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal Care
- Daily Living Requirements
- Client Needs Assessment
- Relationship Building
- Incident Reports
- Independent Living Support
- Risk Assessments
- Progress Documentation
- Family Communication
- Disability Services
- Individual Support Plans
- Client Education
- Health meals and snacks
- Feeding Assistance
- Recreational Activities
- Creative Thinking
- Medication schedules
- Recordkeeping proficiency
- Personal Growth Support
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Daily living assistance
- Appointment organization
- Meal Planning
- Toileting assistance
- Lifestyle Support
- Care Documentation
- Grooming support
- Flexible Schedule
- Long-Term Care
- Palliative Care
- First-aid and CPR
- Client Confidentiality
- Housekeeping skills
- Social Skills Development
- Mobility support
- Personal care assistance
- Client Transportation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Computer Skills
- Emotional Support
- Behavior Support Plans
- Youth Services
- Substance Abuse Prevention
- Problem-Solving
- Progress Monitoring
- Abuse and Neglect Investigation
- Written Communication
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Patience and understanding
- Potty Training Assistance
- Music and Arts Appreciation
- Sleep Training Techniques
- Child Safety Awareness
- Transportation and Driving
- Homework help
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Hygiene and Cleanliness
- Activity Planning
- Early Childhood Development
- Early education
- Activities Planning
- Early Childhood Education
- Behavior Modeling
- Childhood development
- Special needs experience
- CPR training
- Educational Support
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Meal Preparation
- Infection Control
- Field Trip Planning
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Dietary Requirements
- Safety understanding
- Recordkeeping requirements
- Child Safety Procedures
- Housekeeping abilities
- Infant Care
- Child Advocacy
- Child Safety
- Friendly and Respectful
- Allergic reaction procedures
- Task Prioritization
- Conflict Resolution
- Professional Demeanor
- Planning and Leading Activities
- Special Needs Care
- Observing and Monitoring Behavior
- Multimedia Educational Software
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management abilities
- Caring and Responsible
- Self Motivation
- Punctual and Reliable
- Documentation And Reporting
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Imaginative Play-Based Learning
Timeline
Child Care Worker (placement Hours)
Expeditions early learning journey
09.2016 - 09.2016
Disability Support Worker
Caring Hearts Disability Support Services
01.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Bundaberg State High School
Cert 3 in Childcare - Child Care
Cert 3 in Early Education And Care
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