Caring Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals living mental health and alcohol and substance abuse issues. Versed in daily living support, meal preparation and independent living assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Thrive Community Services
07.2021 - Current
Update treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
Preserve and prepare reports and treatment records.
Keep detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
Transport clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Assist clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
Implement behaviour management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Provide crisis intervention services as needed, utilizing de-escalation techniques and leveraging available resources for support.
Facilitate community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
Adhere to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
Developing strong interpersonal rapport with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
Conduct regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
Check medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Promote a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
Electrician
Steve Paine Electrical
01.2010 - 07.2021
Tested continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures.
Visited client sites to confirm space and layout restrictions for equipment installations.
Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
Safeguarded clients'' investments by implementing effective preventative maintenance strategies for their electrical systems.
Inspected electrical systems, equipment and components to identify hazards, defects, and repair requirements.
Provided exceptional customer service through clear communication, accurate estimates, and timely project completion.
Increased productivity by effectively managing multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
Installed, maintained, repaired, and tested equipment for electricity generation and utilization.
Instructed customers on proper use and safety of electrical systems and equipment.
Education
Cert III in Electro-Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Glendale Tafe
Glendale
12.2006
Skills
Meal Planning and Preparation
Documentation abilities
Confidentiality, Privacy and Professional Boundaries
Daily living assistance and support
Clean Driving Record
Emotional Support and client advocacy
Recreational Activities
Emergency response training
Health and safety awareness
Behavioral support
Cultural Sensitivity
Housekeeping tasks inclusive of cleaning and sanitising
Attention to Detail
Flexible and Adaptable
Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Support Worker
Thrive Community Services
07.2021 - Current
Electrician
Steve Paine Electrical
01.2010 - 07.2021
Cert III in Electro-Technology - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering