Kerrie-Anne Kenter
Morwell
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in providing care and support to individuals with disabilities. Demonstrates strong communication skills to foster trust and ensure client well-being. Proficient in developing personalized care plans that enhance independence and quality of life. Committed to creating a positive environment that adapts to the evolving needs of clients.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
KEZ CARE SUPPORT
02.2023 - 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.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
Childcare Educator
Latrobe City Council
01.2006 - 02.2023
- The role of an early childhood educator is to support the implementation of an approved learning framework, and support children’s wellbeing, learning and development. Depending on the setting, educators may work under direct supervision or on their own within a team.
- Educators work as a team within a Centre studio to implement and exceed the NWS quality areas. They observe the children within their care, documenting their experiences and evaluating their daily care routines. They’re responsible for every child within their care.
- Children’s health and safety is a key quality area. As part of a team, Educators work with a Lead Educator to manage a child’s behaviour and learning. Our goal is to maintain a healthy, safe and secure environment for all children.
- In this role you would be expected to work as a member of a team. Working together, you provide routines and structure that respond to the children’s need in your care. Maintaining professional, caring relationships with children is essential
- Other duties include:
- Managing hazards and risks
- Treating every child with dignity and respect
- Communicating regularly with families through applications
- Respecting diversity and being inclusive while considering a family’s cultural and/or socio-economic background.
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
Clerical Officer/Rates/Reception
Latrobe City Council
01.1990 - 01.1997
- Provided exceptional customer service to both external clients and internal staff, addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Demonstrated versatility in handling diverse clerical tasks including scheduling appointments, answering phones, and coordinating travel arrangements.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by assisting colleagues with various tasks as needed.
- Boosted employee morale through thoughtful organization and execution of team-building events.
- Offered basic reference assistance to support information needs.
Education
Certificate III - Childcare
Fearn Training
Diploma - Childcare
Fearn Training
Certificate III - Individual Support
Tafe Gippsland
Top Up - Disability
Tafe Gippsland
Certificate IV - undefined
Tafe Gippsland
Skills
- Quality Control / OH&S
- Communication
- Client Relationship Management
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal care
- Daily living assistance
- Relationship building
- Disability awareness
- Client confidentiality
- Emotional support
- Elderly care
- Medication organization
Certification
- Victorian Driver’s Licence
- Current working with children check
- First Aid Certificate
- Police Check
- Asthma Certificate
- Anaphylactic Certificate
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Diversity in the workplace
- Privacy awareness
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
KEZ CARE SUPPORT
02.2023 - Current
Childcare Educator
Latrobe City Council
01.2006 - 02.2023
Clerical Officer/Rates/Reception
Latrobe City Council
01.1990 - 01.1997
Diploma - Childcare
Fearn Training
Certificate III - Individual Support
Tafe Gippsland
Top Up - Disability
Tafe Gippsland
Certificate IV - undefined
Tafe Gippsland
Certificate III - Childcare
Fearn Training
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