John Barry
Koo-Wee-Rup,VIC
Summary
Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Expert in Behaviour disability support. Caring Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals living SIL accommodation with 7 years experience. Versed in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Highly motivated professional demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
CJ Castle
10.2022 - 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviours to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioural and academic growth.
- SIL House - 6 Months
Disability Support Worker
Premium Regional Disability Service
10.2022 - 04.2023
- 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.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- 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.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Disability Support Worker
Focus Life
04.2016 - 11.2022
- 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.
- Implemented behaviour management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- 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.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, utilizing de-escalation techniques and leveraging available resources for support.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- 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.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviours to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
- 7 years SIL House
Skills
- Incident Reports
- Client Education
- Personal Care
- Progress Documentation
- Risk Assessments
- Relationship Building
- Client Needs Assessment
- Disability Services
- Daily Living Requirements
- Individual Support Plans
- Family Communication
- Independent Living Support
- Meal Planning
- Disability Awareness
- Daily living assistance
- Client Transportation
- Mobility support
- Behavior Support Plans
- Health and safety
- Dressing assistance
- Positive Reinforcement
- Feeding Assistance
- Medication organization
- Household chores
- Lifestyle Support
- Housekeeping skills
- Emotional Support
- Client Confidentiality
- Appointment management
- Team Leadership
- Family liaison
- Transportation Assistance
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Individualized support plans
- Problem-Solving
- Paperwork Organization
- Managing records
- Admitting processes
Certification
- Cert 4 in Disability
- First Aid and CPR - Expires 8/7/24
- NDS Food Safety
- Manual Handling
- Mealtime Management
- Workplace Bullying
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
CJ Castle
10.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Premium Regional Disability Service
10.2022 - 04.2023
Disability Support Worker
Focus Life
04.2016 - 11.2022
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