Lucy Mbugua

Qualified, professional and caring support worker with a passion for improving quality of life for the vulnerable and helping people to reach their goals and lead full lives. Great communicator, friendly and patient, experienced in various aspects of disabled and aged care provision.

• Assisting clients with personal care activities.
• Providing companionship and support during daily activities.
• Performing household tasks such as preparing meals, laundry, shopping and cleaning.
• Implementing strategies for managing dementia and other health issues.
• Delivering activities that promote emotional and intellectual stimulation.
• Maintaining a safe living environment by minimising or removing safety risks or hazards
• Using equipment to assist clients with limited mobility such as hoists, swivel cushions and wheelchair.
• Monitor the safety and well-being of the clients and report any concerns to the Manager.
• Provide 1:1 or small group training and support in response to individual client needs.
• Ensure completion of appropriate documentation. Relevant information on support provided is to be recorded in client notes and communication book as require.
• Infection control
• Other safe working procedures as required.
• Complete training and undertake competency-based checks prior to working with clients assessed as having high support needs related to challenging behaviours and personal care needs.