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Education
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Joy COLE

Sunshine Coast,QLD

Summary

I'm passionate about enriching the life/lives of people who are living with dementia and their loved ones, whilst collaboratively working with fellow team members. I'm a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure employment. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Household Manager

Self-employed
11.1996 - Current
  • Enhanced household efficiency by implementing and maintaining organizational systems for daily tasks and activities.
  • Reduced family stress levels by managing schedules, appointments, and events on behalf of the household.
  • Ensured a clean and healthy living environment through meticulous attention to detail in housekeeping duties.
  • Safeguarded family privacy by maintaining strict confidentiality about personal information and daily affairs.
  • Managed financial matters for the household, including budgeting, bill payments, and expense tracking.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for family, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Assisted family with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Managed financial operations for household of 4 members.

Veterinary Nurse

Ballarat Veterinary Practice
03.2001 - 11.1996
  • Responsibilities included daily operational duties and maintenance of the animal hospital, inclusive of liaising with clientele and assisting veterinarians
  • Personal attributes pivotal to the role included being vigilant, forward planning and communicating clearly with colleagues.

Education

Bachelor of Dementia Care - Majoring in Ageing Studies & Services

University of Tasmania
01.2020

Certificate IV in Dog Behavioural Training -

Vocational Education & Training Accreditation Board
08.2002

Certificate III in Animal Studies -

Box Hill Institute
08.2001

Certificate in Veterinary Nursing -

Box Hill Institute
01.2001

Skills

  • Empathy
  • Being adaptable and flexible
  • Honesty and integrity
  • Ability to work unsupervised
  • Communicate freely with people of all ages
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Health and wellness experience
  • Basic Administration

Activities

  • During my children's primary school years, I volunteered in the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Program, Support a Talker Program and as a general helper within the classroom environment.
  • From 2008 to current day, I have been in both paid and unpaid carer roles. This has involved caring for a loved one diagnosed with ASD and loved ones living with dementia. These caring roles provided the understanding and importance of providing person-centred care through lived experiences.
  • I am a social person, with a love of animals, watching sport and listening to music.

References

Dr Dianne Gibney BVSc (Hons), Senior Fellow of the Melbourne Faculty of Veterinary Science, Director of the Australian College of Veterinary Acupuncture, Eureka Veterinary Hospital, Ballarat, VIC, 0409 316 155, drdi@hotmail.co.uk

Timeline

Veterinary Nurse

Ballarat Veterinary Practice
03.2001 - 11.1996

Household Manager

Self-employed
11.1996 - Current

Bachelor of Dementia Care - Majoring in Ageing Studies & Services

University of Tasmania

Certificate IV in Dog Behavioural Training -

Vocational Education & Training Accreditation Board

Certificate III in Animal Studies -

Box Hill Institute

Certificate in Veterinary Nursing -

Box Hill Institute
Joy COLE