Kush Madho
Darwin,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Residential Youth Support Worker committed to providing responsive and outcome-focused care to disadvantaged and at-risk Indigenous youth and their families. Seeking to leverage expertise in trauma-informed care and strength-based approaches to make a positive impact at Saltbush Social Enterprises. An aspiring Social Worker!
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Complex Mental Health Support Worker
Ermha365
Darwin, Australia
10.2022 - Current
- Provided comprehensive care and support to young people within the Supported Bail Accommodation program.
- Successfully assisted youth in maintaining court-ordered conditions such as bail, good behavior orders, and suspended sentences.
- Implemented trauma-informed care strategies and strength-based approaches to address complex behavioral issues.
- Fostered a supportive environment aimed at guiding youth towards making positive life choices.
- Collaborated effectively with a dedicated team to ensure the success of the program's objectives.
- Applying the organizational strategic approach to enable participants to have a voice and choice to thrive.
- Through person-centered planning and maintaining focus on the quality of life, support people to work toward their goals as identified in their care plans from the relevant funding body.
- Ensuring the youth receives consistent guidance regarding the preferred behaviors.
- Directing attention towards the young person's favorable conduct by expressing appreciation and providing motivation.
- Collaborating with the Clinical team to devise therapeutic approaches aimed at addressing the child's intricate.
- Managing physical health and following up with medical appointments.
- Support young persons in the development of daily living skills to maintain good personal care, hygiene, capacity for self-care and environmental cleanliness.
- Positive behavioral support / brief interventions / family inclusive practice/trauma informed practice.
- Prepare well-written and accurate case notes at the end of each shift.
- Applying my understanding of mental health conditions and/or disability to improve functioning.
- Developing a positive connection with the young person and offering them emotional assistance.
Disability Support Worker
Somerville Community Services
Darwin, Australia
01.2023 - Current
- Assisting participants with their daily activities like personal care, bowel management - enema administration, hygiene, mobility and meal preparation
- Safe Medication administration - handling and administering medicines safely, PEG feeding, etc
- Facilitating community access and transportation to various appointments and activities i.e
- Attending day programs, art classes, medical appointments, etc
- Maintaining and monitoring Person-Centered Plans to ensure the individual's goals and needs were met
- Safeguard participants' rights to practice their cultural and traditional beliefs
- Documenting and keeping progress notes accurately to track individual progress and any changes in their condition like incident reports and behaviour logs
- Follow and practice safe manual handling procedures as per the organizational guideline's framework
- Safely transferring participants using approved equipment like transfer hoists or stand-up lifters
- Keep up to date with the latest competencies/training to develop a safe work practice
- Maintain privacy and confidentiality of participants/organization
- Practice within the organizational policies and procedures.
Disability Support Worker
United NT Disability Services
Darwin, Australia
03.2023 - Current
- Responsibilities same as above.
Disability Support Worker
Purple Support Disability Services
Darwin, Australia
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Responsibilities same as above.
Therapeutic Carer
Beau Sejour Care Home
Port Louis
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Responsibilities same as above except worked with elderly home-care participants.
Education
Certificate IV in Disability -
National Career Institute
07.2022
Bachelor of Social Work -
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NTHigher School Certificate -
Cambridge University
School Certificate -
Cambridge University
Foundation in IT -
Venyleo Compuspace Ltd
Skills
- HIDPA trained
- First Aid & CPR Competent
- NDIS Code of Conduct
- Safe Medication Administration
- AASW Code of Conduct
- Person Centred Approach
- Proactive Approach to Safe Incident Intervention Trained
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Active Listening
- Advocate for Wellness & Well-being
- Adaptability
- Compassionate
- Computer Proficiency
Employer
Life Without Barriers
Cover Letter
Dear Hiring Manager, I am excited to express my interest in the Disability Support Worker position at Life Without Barriers in Darwin, as advertised. With a total of 3 years of hands-on experience in disability support roles, including working as a Disability Support Worker and Complex Mental Health Support Worker, I am confident in my abilities to contribute positively to your team. Here are three key points that highlight the value I will bring to the role: 1. Demonstrated expertise in providing assistance with daily living activities, community access, and maintaining individual care plans. 2. Proficient in Peg feeding, dysphagia management, and HIPDA training, ensuring the highest level of care and support to individuals. 3. Strong understanding and sensitivity towards Aboriginal culture, essential for fostering cultural connections and providing tailored care. I am eager to further discuss how my skills and experiences align with the needs of Life Without Barriers. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to elaborate on my qualifications in an interview. Thank you for considering my application. Warm regards, Kush Madho
Personal Information
Title: DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
Languages
- English
- French
- Hindi
- Mauritian Creole
Certification
- Ochre Card
- National Police Check
- First Aid & CPR
- NDIS Clearance Check
- Unrestricted Driver's License
Languages
English
Professional
French
Professional
Mauritian Creole
Professional
Hindi
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
United NT Disability Services
03.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Somerville Community Services
01.2023 - Current
Complex Mental Health Support Worker
Ermha365
10.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Purple Support Disability Services
08.2022 - 12.2022
Therapeutic Carer
Beau Sejour Care Home
02.2021 - 03.2022
Certificate IV in Disability -
National Career Institute
Bachelor of Social Work -
Charles Darwin University
Higher School Certificate -
Cambridge University
School Certificate -
Cambridge University
Foundation in IT -
Venyleo Compuspace Ltd
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