Dynamic and compassionate Support Worker with a proven track record. Adept in innovative problem-solving and excellent communication. Expert in enhancing client independence and wellbeing through targeted support and effective time management. Showcases high personal presentation standards and thrives in autonomous roles, significantly improving client satisfaction and outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Bumblebee Disability
Wynyard, TAS
09.2024 - Current
Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
Maintained detailed and confidential client records in compliance with privacy regulations.
Assisted clients with personal care, such as showering and dressing.
Engaged clients in activities aimed at promoting physical and mental stimulation.
Facilitated skills development sessions focusing on independence and self-care.
Actively encouraged service users to make decisions about their own lives where appropriate.
Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Assisted clients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene and meal preparation.
Care Assistant
Umina Park
Burnie, Australia
05.2021 - Current
Provide care and ensuring clients are satisfied with outcomes
Knowledge and training in transitional care programs
Conduct ward observations inclusive of specimen testing
Proactively performs duties in a time efficient manner
Effective behavioural management with approved interventions
Advocate for client safety and wellbeing
Provides dignified care in all aspects of daily living
Appropriate and timely documentation
Follow direction from clinical staff
Respectful communication and liaising with all manner for interdisciplinary team
Proactively performs duties within scope of practice
Dignified assistance with personal hygiene and continence management
Effective management of behaviours with approved and documented interventions
Advocate for resident safety particularly regarding mobility, pressure injury management and infection control
Strict adherence to client privacy, respect and confidentiality
Support Worker
Coastal Residental Services
Burnie, TAS
03.2022 - 12.2022
Supported clients to access education, training or employment opportunities.
Administered medication according to company guidelines whilst monitoring its effectiveness.
Developed positive relationships with service users and maintained professional boundaries at all times.
Monitored client wellbeing and reported any changes or concerns to relevant staff members.
Tracked client behaviors, daily activities, new skills, and notable incidents for documentation purposes.
Monitored and reported changes in clients' health, behavior, and needs to supervisory staff.
Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
Conducted household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
Extended Care Assistant
Synovum Care
Wynyard, Australia
02.2020 - 05.2021
Aid individuals with physical, development or cognitive disabilities
Behavioural observation, support and management via approved interventions
Documentation of client progress and support
Encouragement and holistic management with client self-image and self-confident
Support provided in community and group settings
Medication administration including schedule 8 medication within scope of practice
Support Worker
Thrive @ Life
Devonport, Australia
08.2020 - 12.2020
Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
Administered medication according to company guidelines whilst monitoring its effectiveness.
Assisted in the development of social skills through group activities and one-on-one interactions.
Developed positive relationships with service users and maintained professional boundaries at all times.
Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
Reported any incidents or accidents in accordance with company policy and procedure.
Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning.
Monitored client wellbeing and reported any changes or concerns to relevant staff members.
Disability Support Worker
Eskleigh Foundation
Burnie, TAS
01.2020 - 06.2020
Customer Service Attendant
Greenhams Smithton
Smithton, Australia
01.2017 - 11.2017
Education
Applied Health And Community Support - Community Health
University of Tasmania
TAS
Skills
Innovative problem-solving skills
Good communication skills
Excellent time management skills
High standards of personal presentation
Confidence in working independently and in group settings
References
Baisayi Muchaziwepi, Registered Nurse at Umina Park, 0420 342 297
Chanelle Trundle, Registered Nurse at Synovum Care, 0414 199 126, chanelle@iansworld.mobi
Timeline
Support Worker
Bumblebee Disability
09.2024 - Current
Support Worker
Coastal Residental Services
03.2022 - 12.2022
Care Assistant
Umina Park
05.2021 - Current
Support Worker
Thrive @ Life
08.2020 - 12.2020
Extended Care Assistant
Synovum Care
02.2020 - 05.2021
Disability Support Worker
Eskleigh Foundation
01.2020 - 06.2020
Customer Service Attendant
Greenhams Smithton
01.2017 - 11.2017
Applied Health And Community Support - Community Health