Lara Anderson
Woolloongabba,QLD
Summary
Highly motivated professional demonstrates ability to develop and implement successful plans of action to address individual needs. Possesses strong problem-solving skills to reduce barriers. Committed to helping individuals and families. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability support worker
Core & Capacity Disability Support Services
07.2022 - 05.2023
- Help participants live individually and assist them with general household duties and appointments.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
OSCH Educator
YMCA Brisbane
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Adhering to safeguarding Children and Young people framework while upholding privacy/confidentiality and human rights/dignity
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Understanding conflicting needs and resolving conflicts with win-win mindset
- High level of interpersonal skills
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Behavioural Therapist
Lizard Centre
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Identify and analyses self-destructive and unsafe behaviours and apply ABA Principles
- Plan programs for 1:1 client that are unique and communicate with families the goals
- Consistent note taking, reporting, and writing ABC’S (before, after and consequences)
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Support Worker
Supreme Community Care
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Problem solve and think fast on your feet, help clients achieve goals
- Integrate clients into the community swiftly and report and write case notes after each shift.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers.
Customer service and Pizza maker and cleaner
Domino’s Pizza
11.2016 - 11.2019
- Followed food safety and sanitation guidelines to prevent foodborne illnesses and promote customer health and safety.
- Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
- Creating a good rapport with colleagues and the community
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals, and processing cash and credit card payments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Griffith University
Nathan QLD 03.2023 - Current
Micro-internship certificate from Common Purpose – Leadership for good program - Sustainability And Leadership
Griffith University
Nathan, QLD2023
Certificate in III Individualised Support – Disability - Individualised Support
Inspire Education
2024
GED -
St Thomas Moore College
Sunnybank, QLD11.2019
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Documentation Skills
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Client Transportation
- Mobilization Support
- Community Assistance Knowledge
- Recordkeeping Accuracy
- General Housekeeping
- Professional Relationships
Additional Information
- Additional references can be given on request.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Science
Griffith University
03.2023 - Current
Disability support worker
Core & Capacity Disability Support Services
07.2022 - 05.2023
OSCH Educator
YMCA Brisbane
06.2021 - 07.2022
Support Worker
Supreme Community Care
10.2020 - 01.2021
Behavioural Therapist
Lizard Centre
03.2020 - 05.2021
Customer service and Pizza maker and cleaner
Domino’s Pizza
11.2016 - 11.2019
Micro-internship certificate from Common Purpose – Leadership for good program - Sustainability And Leadership
Griffith University
Certificate in III Individualised Support – Disability - Individualised Support
Inspire Education
GED -
St Thomas Moore College
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