Kiara Robinson
Cranbourne,VIC
Summary
Dedicated Support Worker with Australian Instant Care, skilled in daily living support and emotional well-being. Enhanced client independence through personalized care and effective communication. Proven ability to foster trusting relationships while ensuring health and safety. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and providing transportation assistance, contributing to overall client satisfaction and wellness.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Australian Instant Care
Frankston, VIC
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
Childcare Lead Educator
Imagine Childcare and Kindergarten
Cranbourne, VIC
03.2021 - Current
- Fostered collaborative relationships with families to discuss child development and program needs.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Developed innovative activities to engage young children in learning process.
Childcare Lead Educator
Aspire Early Education
Cranbourne, VIC
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child''s development, addressing concerns and celebrating milestones together.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to establish a nurturing environment that promoted physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to individual learning needs, boosting overall comprehension and success.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in childcare education.
- Managed classroom materials effectively, ensuring organization and accessibility for both students and staff members alike.
- Organized and executed successful parent-teacher conferences to discuss individual progress, concerns, or future goals for each child.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between activities throughout the day, minimizing downtime and maintaining a positive classroom atmosphere.
Childcare Educator
YMCA Early Learning Center
Pakenham, VIC
02.2017 - 12.2017
- 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.
- Implemented hands-on learning opportunities that encouraged exploration, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills among children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open communication channels for optimal support of each child''s growth and wellbeing.
- Established a safe, secure, and inclusive classroom setting where all children felt welcomed and valued.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
Sales Assistant
The Reject Shop
Cranbourne, VIC
11.2009 - 02.2016
- Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
- Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve a cohesive and efficient store environment.
Education
Diploma of Children’s Services
Chisholm Institute
Melbourne, VIC12.2017
High School Diploma - VCE
Cranbourne Secondary College
Cranbourne 11.2012
Skills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional support
- Confidentiality and privacy
- Meal preparation
- Transportation assistance
- Professional boundaries
Timeline
Support Worker
Australian Instant Care
06.2023 - Current
Childcare Lead Educator
Imagine Childcare and Kindergarten
03.2021 - Current
Childcare Lead Educator
Aspire Early Education
01.2018 - 03.2021
Childcare Educator
YMCA Early Learning Center
02.2017 - 12.2017
Sales Assistant
The Reject Shop
11.2009 - 02.2016
Diploma of Children’s Services
Chisholm Institute
High School Diploma - VCE
Cranbourne Secondary College