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Keely Trainor

Ballarat,VIC

Summary

I’m a motivated and caring occupational therapy student with hands-on experience in disability support and customer service. I’m passionate about providing person-centered care that promotes independence and respects individual needs. I’m eager to grow my clinical skills and make a positive difference in inclusive health and community settings.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Equality Support
Ballarat, Vic
09.2023 - Current
  • Delivered compassionate support with personal care, meals, and home tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Built trusting relationships and encouraged self-care routines through empathy, patience, and clear communication.
  • Transported clients safely to appointments and social outings, demonstrating reliability and strong time management.
  • Supported medication routines and mobility using safe manual handling and attention to individual needs

Barista

Inexterior Cafe
Ballarat, Vic
04.2023 - 07.2024
  • Provided warm, attentive service while preparing beverages and managing customer requests under pressure.
  • Maintained hygiene and food safety standards with attention to detail and teamwork.
  • Helped train new staff, using clear communication and leadership to support a positive team environment.

Retail Worker

Kmart
Ballarat, Vic
04.2020 - 02.2024
  • Assisted customers with product queries, using active listening and problem-solving to meet individual needs.
  • Handled cash and card payments accurately, showing attention to detail and accountability.
  • Supported stock organisation and safety standards, demonstrating initiative and responsibility.

Education

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy -

Deakin University
Geelong, VIC
01-2026

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) -

Damascus College
Mount Clear, VIC
01-2022

Certificate III in Equine Studies -

Skillinvest
Ballarat, VIC
01-2021

Skills

  • Compassionate Personal Care
    Provide respectful support with daily tasks, promoting client dignity and independence
  • Effective Communication
    Use clear and empathetic communication to build trust and collaborate with clients and teams
  • Relationship Building
    Foster strong connections to encourage client engagement and wellbeing
  • Safe Transport & Time Management
    Ensure timely and safe transport to appointments and activities, supporting social inclusion
  • Medication Support
    Assist with medication routines, promoting health and client autonomy
  • Mobility Assistance & Manual Handling
    Support safe movement and transfers to reduce injury risk and enhance independence
  • Problem Solving & Customer Service
    Respond to client needs with patience and adaptability, improving satisfaction and outcomes
  • Food Safety & Hygiene
    Maintain clean and safe environments during meal preparation
  • Team Leadership & Training
    Mentor and support colleagues to enhance team performance and care quality
  • Cash Handling & Accountability
    Manage transactions accurately, demonstrating reliability
  • Stock Organisation & Workplace Safety
    Maintain resources and ensure safety compliance for smooth operations

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR (current)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check (current)
  • Working with Children Check (WWCC – current)
  • Manual Driver’s License (P2 current)

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Equality Support
09.2023 - Current

Barista

Inexterior Cafe
04.2023 - 07.2024

Retail Worker

Kmart
04.2020 - 02.2024

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy -

Deakin University

Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) -

Damascus College

Certificate III in Equine Studies -

Skillinvest
Keely Trainor