Kimberley Tonkin
Coudeaux heights,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Aged Care Educator with a proven track record at IRT, excelling in relationship building and innovative teaching strategies. Enhanced staff training and fostered a culture of improvement, while promoting client independence and dignity. Skilled in problem-solving and committed to delivering exceptional personal care services.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Aged Care Educator
IRT
11.2016 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged residents in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help residents achieve nutritional objectives.
- Led professional development sessions for fellow staff on topics such as policies and procedures, contributing to a culture of ongoing improvement within IRT.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
Disability Support Worker
The Disability Trust
11.2013 - 04.2018
- 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.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
Education
Dementia Australia
No Degree - University Entrance Program
University of Wollongong
Wollongong, NSW02-2025
First Aid Certificate
ITEC Academy
Wollongong, NSW11-2024
Leading Difficult Conversations
ITEC Academy
Wollongong, NSW10-2024
Workplace Trainer Skills Set
Plenty Training
Wollongong, NSW05-2024
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
IRT Acadamy
Wollongong, NSW06-2023
Medications Skills Set
IRT Academy
Wollongong06-2023
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Classroom management
- Time management
- Positive reinforcement
- Cultural awareness
- Teaching strategies
Timeline
Aged Care Educator
IRT
11.2016 - Current
Disability Support Worker
The Disability Trust
11.2013 - 04.2018
Dementia Australia
No Degree - University Entrance Program
University of Wollongong
First Aid Certificate
ITEC Academy
Leading Difficult Conversations
ITEC Academy
Workplace Trainer Skills Set
Plenty Training
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
IRT Acadamy
Medications Skills Set
IRT Academy
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