JOAN JEPKOSGEI KIPLIMO
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I am a dedicated disability support worker with a strong commitment to providing comprehensive and compassionate patient care. With 5 years of experience, I have a proven track record in delivering high-quality support tailored to individual needs. My expertise includes developing personalized care plans, managing medications, and assisting with daily living activities. I excel in building trust and rapport quickly, recognizing the importance of emotional support and social engagement in enhancing quality of life. I am passionate about promoting independence and making a positive impact on the lives of my clients, and I am eager to continue contributing to their well-being in the future.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Beyond Disability
Perth, WA
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided essential assistance in daily living activities, including dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting for about 10 patients in a facility
- Developed trusting relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Safely transported about 4 clients while on duty to social activities and appointments, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a clean living environment by helping with laundry, meal preparation, and general household tasks.
- Enhanced the quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and dedicated support
Disability Support Worker
Agency For Disability And Development In Africa (ADDA)
Nairobi, Kenya
02.2018 - 01.2024
- Personal Care: Assist individuals with disabilities in daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, ensuring their comfort and hygiene.
- Emotional Support: Build trust and rapport with clients, listen to their concerns, and offer encouragement and reassurance as needed to enhance their emotional well-being. This resulted to about 20% increase in clients wellbeing happiness
- Social Engagement: Facilitate community involvement by organizing outings, accompanying clients to appointments or events, and promoting social interactions to combat isolation.
- Medication Management: Administer medications, monitor dosage and side effects, and ensure adherence to prescribed regimens for individuals requiring medication management.
- Behaviour Management: Collaborate with clients, families, and professionals to develop and implement strategies for managing challenging behaviours effectively and compassionately.
- Record Keeping: Maintain 100% records of care plans, medication administration, and changes in client conditions to ensure continuity and quality of care.
Education
Certificate III - INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT
ASTON COLLEGE
NSW07.2024
Skills
- Daily living assistance
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal Care
- Independent Living Support
- Relationship Building
- Disability Awareness
- Documentation skills
- Incident Reports
- Meal Planning
- Computer Skills
- Health and safety
Accomplishments
- Achieved improved client satisfaction by completing daily care tasks with accuracy and efficiency as a support worker, ensuring personalized and empathetic assistance that meets individual need
- Collaborated with a team of six in the development of a community engagement project, ensuring inclusivity and effective communication for diverse participant needs as a support worker.
- Documented and resolved a client care issue, which led to improved daily routines and enhanced quality of life for the individual as a support worker.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Personal Information
Title: DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
References
- Paul Korir, ( co-worker), 0414490502, Agency for disability and disability and development in Africa (ADDA)
- Winnie Jeruto, (supervisor), 0467731321, BEYOND DISABILITY
Certification
- Cert III in individual support- Aston College-2024
Languages
English
Full Professional
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Beyond Disability
01.2024 - 06.2024
Disability Support Worker
Agency For Disability And Development In Africa (ADDA)
02.2018 - 01.2024
Certificate III - INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT
ASTON COLLEGE