To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Expert in disability support.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Services
Home Care South, Tasmanian Health Service
09.2022 - Current
Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and preserving dignity.
Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff, contributing to timely interventions and improved health outcomes.
Provided emotional support for patients and families, fostering a positive home environment conducive to healing.
Safeguarded patient privacy by maintaining strict confidentiality of personal information and adhering to HIPAA guidelines.
Contributed to high-quality caregiving standards by staying current on industry best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities.
Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control policies and performing routine housekeeping tasks as needed.
Completed household management tasks for clients within private home settings.
Provided patients with assistance in completing daily tasks, reducing daily burden on family members.
Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Disability Support Worker
Lifestyle Centred Services
10.2021 - 08.2022
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.
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.
Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
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.
Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
Education
Diploma - Community Services
Reach Community College
Hobart, TAS
02.2023
Certificate III - Individual Support
Einstein College of Australia
Melbourne, VIC
09.2021
Skills
Home Healthcare Services
Incident Reports
Relationship Building
Personal Care
Disability Services
Household chores
Housekeeping skills
Mobility support
Computer Skills
Client Transportation
Feeding Assistance
Housekeeping and meal preparation
Problem-Solving
Certification
First Aid
Manual Handling
Working with Vulnerable People
Timeline
Support Services
Home Care South, Tasmanian Health Service
09.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Lifestyle Centred Services
10.2021 - 08.2022
Diploma - Community Services
Reach Community College
Certificate III - Individual Support
Einstein College of Australia
First Aid
Manual Handling
Working with Vulnerable People
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