Jenna James
Pakenham,VIC
Summary
Caring,Empathetic, hard working Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals living with mental and physical disabilities. Versed in daily living support, meal, Medication and mobility assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
My Life Career
01.2023 - Current
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide
Disability Support Worker
Exaudy Care
01.2019 - 02.2024
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
Disability Support Worker
I Help
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
Education
No Degree -
TBM Trainning
Cranbourne, VIC01.2016
Skills
- High Care
- Palaitve care
- Mental Disposability support
- Physical Disability support
- Daily Living Requirements
- Personal care
- Risk Assessments
- Disability Services
- Client Education
- Client Needs Assment
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Independent Living Support
- Incident Reports
- Documentation skills
- Appointment management
- Creative Thinking
- Health and safety
- Positive Reinforcement
- Personal Growth Support
- Elderly Care
- Mobility support
- Meal Planning
- Life Skills Training
- Dressing assistance
- Computer Skills
- Disability Awareness
- Emotional Support
- Social Skills Development
- Documentation And Reporting
- Grooming support
- Housekeeping skills
- Medication organization
- Client Transportation
- Recreational Activities
- Respite Care
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
Certification
Certificate IV in community Services
Manual Handling
Accredited first aid and Cpr
NDIS registered
NDIS clearance
National police check
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
My Life Career
01.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
I Help
01.2023 - 01.2024
Disability Support Worker
Exaudy Care
01.2019 - 02.2024
No Degree -
TBM Trainning
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