Lhakpa SHERPA
Hadspen,TAS
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Disability Support Worker with over 3 years of onshore experience supporting individuals with disability and mental health needs. Currently based in Hadspen, Tasmania, with availability for local shifts across Launceston and surrounding regions, including weekends and overnight support. Highly skilled in personal care, medication assistance, crisis response, and community participation, with a strong commitment to person-centered care, dignity, safety, and NDIS compliance.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Disability and Mental Health Support Worker
United Support Services
Sydney, NSW
01.2023 - Current
• Assisted clients with personal care, mobility, and daily living activities
• Supported medication administration and attended healthcare appointments
• Provided mental health and emotional support, including crisis response
• Encouraged community participation and social engagement
• Monitored wellbeing, documented progress, and supported care plans
Disability Support Worker
Support Foundation
Sydney, NSW
04.2021 - 01.2023
• Provided person-centred support with daily living activities, including personal care and hygiene
• Supported clients with mobility and transportation, accompanying them to medical appointments and community activities
• Assisted with medication administration and provided support during healthcare appointments as required
• Monitored clients’ physical and mental wellbeing, accurately documenting observations and reporting changes to healthcare professionals
Education
Certificate IV - Ageing Support
Ambition Training Institute
Sydney, NSW 11.2019 - 06.2020
Bachelor's - Information Technology
King's Own Institute
Sydney, NSW 11.2021 - 10.2023
Skills
- Personal Care & Daily Living Support
- Medication Assistance & Health Appointments
- Mental Health Support & Crisis Management
- Community Access & Social Participation
- Behaviour Support & Emotional Regulation
- Cultural Awareness & Effective Communication
- NDIS Practice Standards & Documentation
- WHS, Manual Handling & Infection Control
AVAILABILITY & WORK RIGHTS
- Temporary Graduate (TR) visa – full-time work rights
- Available for full-time, part-time, or casual work
- Flexible availability including weekends and evenings
Certification
- Certificate IV in Ageing Support
- First Aid & CPR (valid until 2027)
- Medication Assistance Certification (valid until 2027)
- Manual Handling & Safe Work Practices (valid until 2027)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check (current)
- Police Check (valid until 2027)
- Working with Vulnerable People Registration – Tasmania
- NDIS Worker Orientation Modules completed:
- Quality, Safety and You
- New Worker NDIS Induction
- Supporting Effective Communication
- Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals
- COVID-19 & Influenza Vaccinations (compliant)
Licences & Other Requirements
- Tasmanian P2 Driver Licence
- Own reliable vehicle with comprehensive insurance
- Professional Indemnity & Public Liability Insurance
Timeline
Disability and Mental Health Support Worker
United Support Services
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor's - Information Technology
King's Own Institute
11.2021 - 10.2023
Disability Support Worker
Support Foundation
04.2021 - 01.2023
Certificate IV - Ageing Support
Ambition Training Institute
11.2019 - 06.2020