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Keith Zehr

Sanctuary Point,NSW

Summary

Highly motivated professional demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families.

12 years experience in disability and youth sectors.

Professional musician and group facilitator for musical therapies within respite services and external events.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Independence, Ulladulla
Ulladulla, NSW
09.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.

Disability Support Worker

Berecruitment
Sydney, NSW
05.2023 - Current
  • Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
  • Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.

Mental Health Worker

Quality Health Care
Sydney, NSW
03.2022 - 11.2023
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Implemented crisis intervention plans to support client safety.
  • Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills.
  • Monitored client progress and provided feedback to families and treatment team members.

Specialised in behavioural intervention strategies and conflict resolutions within units

Community Youth Worker

Merriwa Industries
Wangaratta, VIC
11.2013 - 11.2019
  • Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
  • Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.

Education

Certificate 4 In Child, Youth And Family - Child Protection

Melbourne Polytechnic
Ararat, VIC
03.2020

Child Therapeutical Intervention - Child Development

Berry Street
Berry Street
03.2014

Skills

Conflict resolution

Therapeutic informed care

Working in high-risk environments

Child developmental education and coaching

Musical therapies

Documentation and incident reporting

  • Family Communication
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Client Education
  • Incident Reports
  • Risk Assessments
  • Case Management
  • Personal Care
  • Daily Living Requirements
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Housekeeping Skills
  • Team Leadership
  • Creative Thinking
  • Youth Services

Certification

Ethical response training

Cultural linguistic and diversity

Certificate 4 in child youth family

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Independence, Ulladulla
09.2023 - Current

Disability Support Worker

Berecruitment
05.2023 - Current

Mental Health Worker

Quality Health Care
03.2022 - 11.2023

Community Youth Worker

Merriwa Industries
11.2013 - 11.2019

Certificate 4 In Child, Youth And Family - Child Protection

Melbourne Polytechnic

Child Therapeutical Intervention - Child Development

Berry Street
Keith Zehr