Lorena Young
MELBOURNE,VIC
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with a proven track record at Mooroolbark Manor Community Care, skilled in ADL support and compassionate patient care. Adept at mobility assistance and fostering independence, I effectively monitor wellbeing and engage clients, ensuring a safe and dignified environment. Committed to enhancing quality of life through attentive support and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Mooroolbark Manor Community Care
Melbourne, VIC
04.2013 - Current
- Assisting residents with activities of daily living
- Enabled residents to maintain independence and dignity by respecting individual preferences
- Maintained awareness of workflow and team dynamics to support efficient resident care.
- Assisted clients with mobility, transfers, and safe repositioning in home settings
- Monitored wellbeing and reported changes to care supervisors to ensure timely intervention
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Monitored environment for safety and responded promptly to emergencies to protect resident welfare.
- Utilized adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, or canes.
- Reported any observed changes in mental status or physical condition to supervisor immediately.
Educational support worker
Mount Mount Evelyn special development school
Mount Evelyn , Victoria
02.2012 - 11.2012
- Reinforced individualized support plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Provided support to teachers in the classroom by assisting with student instruction, monitoring behavior and providing additional help when needed.
- Assisted students with assignments, materials, and daily learning routines.
- Assisted students with coursework, projects and activities as directed by the teacher.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Monitored student behavior during lessons, transitions, and campus activities.
- Supervised lunch, recess, and hallway areas to maintain safe school environments.
- Prepared classroom materials and organized supplies for school staff.
- Created visual aids for use in the classroom such as posters or diagrams.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts
Edith Cowan University
Bunbury Campus , WA 02.2002 - 07.2006
Skills
- Activities of daily living
- Mobility assistance
- Transfer techniques
- Care record keeping
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Mooroolbark Manor Community Care
04.2013 - Current
Educational support worker
Mount Mount Evelyn special development school
02.2012 - 11.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts
Edith Cowan University
02.2002 - 07.2006