Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Affiliations
Skills
Work Preference
Certification
Timeline
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Katelyn Brew

Redbank Plains,QLD

Summary

Personable and compassionate individual with strong commitment to providing high-quality care and support. Knowledge of best practices in disability support and proficient in assisting with daily living activities and maintaining safe environment. Dedicated to enhancing well-being and independence of those in need through supportive and empathetic care.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Bestcare Solutions
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
  • Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
  • Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.

Disability Support Worker

Endeavour Foundation
01.2018 - 03.2025
  • Meet personal support needs- inclusive of showering, toileting, feeding and personal care of people with intellectual disabilities
  • Assisting clients with Community Access inclusive of doctors appointments
  • Teaching life skills such as cooking, money handling, household cleaning etc
  • Meal preparation, house cleanliness, grocery shopping and general household duties
  • Experience working with people that exhibit challenging behaviours

Disability Support Worker

Multicap
06.2019 - 08.2021
  • Meet personal support needs- inclusive of showering, toileting, feeding and personal care of people with intellectual disabilities
  • Hoisting and use of wheelchairs, shower chairs and other mobility aids
  • Meal preparation, house cleanliness and general household duties
  • Community access with clients that have mobility aids and intellectual disability
  • Experience working with people that exhibit challenging behaviours

Support Worker

Spinal Life Australia
07.2017 - 06.2019
  • Meet personal support needs- inclusive of showering, toileting, feeding, personal care of people with acquired spinal cord injuries
  • Assisting clients with Community Access
  • Following direction of my clients
  • Light household duties such as vacuuming and mopping floors, ironing, washing of clothes and kitchen/bathroom hygiene
  • Pet care such as feeding and hygiene of companion animals
  • Working autonomously and one on one with clients

Personal Carer

Wesley Mission Queensland
09.2012 - 08.2018
  • Meet personal support needs- inclusive of showering, toileting, feeding, personal care of residents requiring a hoist and palliative care
  • Provide support for residents with dementia
  • Kitchen shifts- inclusive of serving food and beverage and ensuring kitchen hygiene
  • Follow safe work practices and RN instruction for direct resident care
  • Recognise healthy body systems and report discrepancies and changes to nursing staff
  • Follow WHS guidelines for staff and resident safety
  • Work in the Young Care/Community sector
  • Work in a supportive team environment

Education

Certificate IV in Ageing Support - Training Consultancy - undefined

Affiliations

Possess Certificate IV in Ageing Support Hold NDIS Workers Screening MAYBO certified Fully vaccinated

Skills

Daily living assistance

Problem-solving

Housekeeping and meal preparation

Personal care

Incident reports

Independent living support

Relationship building

Disability awareness

Documentation skills

Documentation and reporting

Client confidentiality

Mobility support

Meal planning

Computer skills

Health and safety

Daily living requirements

Individual support plans

Household chores

Risk assessments

Emotional support

Transportation assistance

Medication organization

Feeding assistance

Behavior support plans

Progress documentation

Recordkeeping proficiency

Positive reinforcement

Multicultural sensitivity

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract Work

Location Preference

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursCareer advancement

Certification

  • CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support - Training Consultancy 2018
  • HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) – Australia Wide First Aid 2025
  • HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support - Australia Wide First Aid 2024
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid - Australia Wide First Aid 2024

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Bestcare Solutions
08.2023 - Current

Disability Support Worker

Multicap
06.2019 - 08.2021

Disability Support Worker

Endeavour Foundation
01.2018 - 03.2025

Support Worker

Spinal Life Australia
07.2017 - 06.2019

Personal Carer

Wesley Mission Queensland
09.2012 - 08.2018

Certificate IV in Ageing Support - Training Consultancy - undefined

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