Jean De Dieu Ndarishikije
GRIFFIN,QLD
Summary
Dedicated professional with a proven track record at Uniting Care, adept in emotional support and medication administration. Leveraged active listening and health safety awareness to enhance client well-being, achieving significant improvements in their quality of life. Mentored new staff, ensuring high-quality care and fostering a supportive community environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Uniting Care
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Support Worker
Floresco Collective
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Coordinated appointments for clients with healthcare providers to promote consistent access to essential medical services.
- Adapted quickly to changing work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and professionalism under pressure.
- Mentored new support workers by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and modeling effective client-centered care techniques.
- Advocated for client rights and preferences in interactions with external service providers to ensure equitable access to necessary supports.
Youth Worker
Connections For Care
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
- Promoted positive peer interactions by facilitating group activities and modeling respectful communication techniques.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
- Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.
- Designed engaging curriculums tailored to the specific needs of diverse groups of young people, fostering personal growth and skill development.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to secure resources and opportunities for the youth served.
- Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.
Education
ADVANCED DIPLOMA - Community Sector Management
Get My Course
Moorooka, QLD08.2022
Individual Support
Aspire To Succeed
Caboolture 06.2020
Skills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional support
- Daily living assistance
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Active listening
- Mobility assistance
- Behavioral support
- Transportation assistance
- Professional boundaries
Timeline
Support Worker
Uniting Care
08.2024 - Current
Support Worker
Floresco Collective
11.2023 - 08.2024
Youth Worker
Connections For Care
04.2021 - 09.2023
ADVANCED DIPLOMA - Community Sector Management
Get My Course
Individual Support
Aspire To Succeed
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