Jennifer Bird
Woolgoolga,NSW
Summary
Compassionate Community Support Worker with expertise in risk management and communication. Developed personalized care plans that enhanced client independence and ensured access to essential services. Advocated for client needs and coordinated transportation to promote well-being and community engagement.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Worker
Catholic healthcare
Coffs harbour
08.2014 - 03.2024
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Fostered supportive relationships with clients, enhancing engagement and overall well-being.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to ensure attendance at medical appointments and community events, facilitating access to essential services.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create individualized care plans for clients.
- Established a safe environment by identifying risks and implementing interventions to ensure client safety.
- Provided emotional support to clients facing mental health challenges.
Nursing Assistant
Domain/opal
Coffs harbour
01.2012 - 08.2013
- Monitored vital signs to identify changes and reported findings to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal care to enhance comfort and well-being.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and team members to ensure coordinated care and support.
Skills
- Individual support
- Personal care assistance
- Client needs assessments
- Client advocacy
- Transportation support
- Risk management
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Multitasking capacity
- Data entry and reporting
Certification
- Certificate 111 in agedcare
- First aid mental health
- Safe food handling certificate
- Manual handling certificate
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Catholic healthcare
08.2014 - 03.2024
Nursing Assistant
Domain/opal
01.2012 - 08.2013