Professional with strong background in providing compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities. Skilled in developing individualized care plans, implementing therapeutic activities, and ensuring client safety and well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration, effective communication, and adapting to changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, with commitment to enhancing clients' quality of life through empathetic and respectful care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Perth Healthcare and Support Enterprise
02.2023 - Current
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Promoted independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
Coordinated appointments for clients with healthcare providers to promote consistent access to essential medical services.
Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
Disability Support Worker
Northcott
11.2018 - 02.2021
Helped clients with hygiene, grooming and bathroom assistance to support daily living needs
Administered medications and other treatments to maintain ongoing care plans
Prepared or assisted with meal preparation to encourage client nutrition
Taught clients basic laundry, cooking and other housekeeping tasks to foster independence
Encouraged self-care to build confidence and skills for independent living
Organized community-based activities to promote integration and socialization
Offered companionship and support to help clients develop competencies and foster inclusion
Supported clients with positive advocacy and assistance to meet their routine needs and address critical issues
Established and maintained productive working relationships with clients, staff and representatives of community agencies
Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with people from varied backgrounds with diverse needs
Coordinated discharge plans from short- and long-term care facilities to either move patients to new facility or reintegrate into home environment
Continuously monitored clients and recorded their progress against the measurable goals described in their treatment and care plans
Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate medical and physical condition of each client and evaluate unique needs
Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Carer
Brightwater Care Group
09.2015 - 10.2015
Company Overview: Dementia facility
Assisted older adults with personal care needs including hygiene and activities of daily living
Worked under RN supervision to support resident care plans
Observed physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise levels to monitor client condition
Promoted independence to help clients accomplish basic daily living skills
Helped clients with bathing, dressing and grooming to avoid skin breakdown and infections
Maintained case notes to document resident progress and condition
Assisted clients with moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles
Reported unusual incidents to supervisors for review
Notified close family members of patient conditions and healthcare needs
Provided mobility assistance and repositioned clients to promote maximum comfort
Dementia facility
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA
07-2017
Certificate III Aged Care -
North Metropolitan TAFE
Northbridge, WA
05-2010
Certificate IV Health Science Foundations -
North Metropolitan TAFE
Northbridge, WA
02-2010
High School Diploma -
Aranmore Catholic Collage
Perth, WA
12-2009
Skills
Daily living assistance
Problem-solving
Housekeeping and meal preparation
Personal care
Independent living support
Relationship building
Disability awareness
Documentation and reporting
Documentation skills
Mobility support
Computer skills
Health and safety
Creative thinking
Timeline
Support Worker
Perth Healthcare and Support Enterprise
02.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Northcott
11.2018 - 02.2021
Carer
Brightwater Care Group
09.2015 - 10.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edith Cowan University
Certificate III Aged Care -
North Metropolitan TAFE
Certificate IV Health Science Foundations -
North Metropolitan TAFE
High School Diploma -
Aranmore Catholic Collage
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