Katrina Rayner
PARKHURST,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker with proven success at Access Recreation, enhancing clients' quality of life through empathetic care and effective medication management. Skilled in daily living assistance and relationship building, I advocate for clients' rights while fostering independence and resilience in challenging situations. Committed to promoting a safe and inclusive environment.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Access Recreation
05.2019 - 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.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- 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.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.
Education
Year 12 -
Glenmore State School
Certificate III. Certificate IV. - Disability And Aged Support Worker
COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS
Rockhampton, QLD04.2019
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal care
- Independent living support
- Relationship building
- Disability awareness
- Documentation and reporting
- Client confidentiality
- Incident reports
- Computer skills
- Meal planning
- Health and safety
- Daily living requirements
- Individual support plans
- Creative thinking
- Risk assessments
- Emotional support
- Transportation assistance
- Team leadership
- Social skills development
- Safety management
- Personal growth support
- Behavior support plans
- Lifestyle support
- Life skills training
- Visual impairment support
- Hearing impairment support
- Time management
- Empathy and patience
- Client advocacy
- Medication schedules
- Multicultural sensitivity
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Access Recreation
05.2019 - Current
Year 12 -
Glenmore State School
Certificate III. Certificate IV. - Disability And Aged Support Worker
COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS
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