Kelly Gorman
St Kilda,VIC
Summary
Dedicated disability support worker who enjoys providing support and assistance to individuals and groups with disabilities living within their community or assisted living centre. Able to represent the company or agency of employment with professionalism, courtesy and compassion to clients, families, advocates, providers and the public. Proficient in the use of common implements, devices and tools for disabled daily living. Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualised patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Several years experience in person centred planning to achieve key. Holders life goals and be able to live a continuous independent lifestyle.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bar Supervisor
Howling Jays
Cairns, QLD
09.2023 - Current
- Increased staff productivity through effective scheduling, task delegation, and performance monitoring.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient bar operations and service standards.
- Promoted responsible alcohol consumption by enforcing house policies regarding age limits and intoxication levels among patrons.
- Responsible for supervising floor staff in closing and opening the venue and ensuring cleaning standards are up to an acceptable level.
- Completed over 3 months of consistent work to extend to my current work visa.
Disability Swim Instructor
Insta Swim
New York City USA
02.2022 - 08.2023
- Ensured a positive routine was established and maintained toward optimum mental and physical wellness.
- Improved swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and constructive feedback on technique.
- Enhanced student swimming abilities through the development and implementation of personalized lesson plans.
- Increased swimmer safety by enforcing pool rules and maintaining vigilant supervision during lessons.
- Provided one-on-one instruction for students requiring additional assistance in mastering specific skills or techniques.
- Maintained CPR, First Aid, and lifeguard certifications to ensure preparedness for emergency situations during lessons.
- Facilitated teamwork among students during group exercises, promoting peer support as a valuable component of skill development.
Instructor/Community Support Facilitator
St John Of God Health Care
Dublin Ireland
11.2018 - 02.2022
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Medication management and observation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) Health And Leisure in Adapted Physical
Institute of Technology Tralee
Kerry Ireland05.2018
Skills
- Case management
- Interdisciplinary care
- Emotional support
- CPR / First aid
- Record-keeping
- Teamwork
- Progress Documentation
- Risk Assessments
- Personal Care
- Individual supports
- Behaviour support management
- Medication management
Certification
- NHCPS First Aid,AED and CPR certification 2022
- Fully qualified Swim Teacher 2016
- Level 2 REPS qualified gym instructor and group Fitness instructor 2016.
- REPS qualified personal trainer 2017.
- Halliwick Swim Course.
Timeline
Bar Supervisor
Howling Jays
09.2023 - Current
Disability Swim Instructor
Insta Swim
02.2022 - 08.2023
Instructor/Community Support Facilitator
St John Of God Health Care
11.2018 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) Health And Leisure in Adapted Physical
Institute of Technology Tralee