Levi Marland
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
I'm a passionate Disability Support Worker with three years of experience. Well-versed in helping individuals with disabilities live their best lives with a person-centered approach. I'm a highly motivated employee who desires to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Creative worship coordinator
Newlife Care/Crossroads Robina
Gold Coast, QLD
08.2024 - Current
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
Disability Support Worker
Afford
Logan, QLD
12.2020 - Current
- I've Assisted clients with activities of daily living, such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- I've provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Monitored client progress and reported any changes in behavior or health conditions to the supervisor following policy and procedure.
- I've organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
- I've Collaborated with other professionals to develop treatment plans for clients.
- I've Developed strategies to help individuals cope with their disability.
- I know how to encourage independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- I regularly transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
- Instructed clients on proper use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
- I Communicate regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
- I Provided assistance in the home environment, including meal preparation and light housekeeping.
- I regularly participated in team meetings with supervisors.
- I have assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- I can administer medication according to the doctor's orders and monitor side effects. The following company policies and procedures.
- I have the skills to manage challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- I have facilitated communication between nonverbal individuals using other methods of communication using apps and flash cards.
- I have helped disabled persons access community resources such as housing options or job training programs.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- I have assisted individuals in performing a range of housekeeping functions to develop their abilities.
- I can use proper manual handling procedures when moving patients in and out of beds, baths, and wheelchairs by following safe lifting techniques.
- I have advocated for clients to resolve medical or personal crises.
- I can teach and guide clients to develop skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems
- Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.
- Transported patients safely to social activities and doctor appointments.
- I have been a part of the rebranding and rediscovery of the company I work for. I'm a part of ongoing discussions and national focus groups to help form and create the vision, core values, and brand development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burnside State High School
Nambour, QLD11.2017
Certificate III Creative Industries - Music Industry
TAFE Queensland Nambour
QLD11.2017
Certificate III Disability & Age Care Services - Health/social Services
DP Training Solutions
Online 03.2024 - Current
Skills
- Community Engagement
- Data Entry
- Clerical Support
- Telephone Etiquette
- Recordkeeping
- Event Setup
- Computer Skills
- Volunteer Recruitment
- Documentation and Reporting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Risk Assessments
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Community Service
- Positive Attitude
- Professional Appearance
- Equipment Installation
- QLD Driver's License
- Attention to Detail
- Relationship Building
- Public Speaking
Affiliations
- family time e.g. going to the beach.
- reading is a great outlet for me, i enjoy the growth and develop aspect of reading.
- i am a lover of all things music, playing multiple instruments, Drums, guitar, and i sing.
- i explore cafes with my wife and son on the weekends, and with friends through the week.
- i love going on walks through nature hiking etc.
- i am an avid podcast listener
Accomplishments
I have been hand selected by my state manager to represent all support workers within QLD; In a vitally important project that is shaping the culture of the company i work for.
I received cultural awards for music whilst in high school, for my participation in the musical production of oliver twist and greece lightning, i played drums for both of these productions.
Certification
- certificate III in music industries.
- drivers license
- First aid and CPR certificate (HLTAID011 Provide First Aid)
- NDIS Worker orientation certificate
- Manual Handling certificate
- Medication, Asthma, Epipen administration Certificate
- working Blue Card
- working in the NDIS Yellow card
- Epilepsy and Buccal midazolam management certificate
- Police check
Referees
Character reference
James Kozina
PH: +61 421 943 493
email:
1. manager reference
Leah Bennett
PH: +61 435 412 940
email: leah.bennett@afford.com.au
2. manager reference
Brett Lush Newlife Care director.
PH: +61 406 761 185
brettlush@newlifecare.nu
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsQuote
Never ruin an apology with an excuse
Benjamin Franklin
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Creative worship coordinator
Newlife Care/Crossroads Robina
08.2024 - Current
Certificate III Disability & Age Care Services - Health/social Services
DP Training Solutions
03.2024 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Afford
12.2020 - Current
- certificate III in music industries.
- drivers license
- First aid and CPR certificate (HLTAID011 Provide First Aid)
- NDIS Worker orientation certificate
- Manual Handling certificate
- Medication, Asthma, Epipen administration Certificate
- working Blue Card
- working in the NDIS Yellow card
- Epilepsy and Buccal midazolam management certificate
- Police check
High School Diploma -
Burnside State High School
Certificate III Creative Industries - Music Industry
TAFE Queensland Nambour
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