Margaret Naomi Osir
Byford
Summary
Experienced Disability Support Worker dedicated to providing compassionate support for individuals with complex needs, including stroke, schizophrenia, dementia, autism, and type 1 diabetes. Committed to promoting independence and actively engaging individuals in recreational activities while assisting with daily living tasks. Seeking opportunities to utilize skills and make a positive impact in the lives of those supported.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker for Person With Dementia and Bipolar Disorder
Carespace Australia
01.2025 - Current
- Enhanced communication skills, engaging with clients and their families.
- Administered medication to support client health and safety.
- Ensured safe and clean living conditions, maintaining hygiene standards.
- Assisted with transportation for appointments and community activities.
- Supported skill development, encouraging independent living capabilities.
- Supported individuals in community settings to promote independence.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing quality of life.
- Improved client well-being by facilitating access to necessary resources.
Support Worker for Person With Autism, Schizophrenia, and Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM)
Carespace Australia
01.2025 - Current
- Encouraged independence through decision-making and participation in routines
- Improved client satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, promoting dignity and respect.
- Fostered supportive environment by building trusting relationships with clients.
- Improved clients' quality of life with engaging activities.
- Administered medications as per guidelines to ensure client health.
- Supported clients in daily living tasks for increased independence.
- Assisted in meal preparation, ensuring nutritional needs were met.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Support Worker for Person With Autism
Carespace Australia
01.2025 - Current
- Provided personal care, including showering, dressing, and toileting
- Assisted with meal prep and feeding, ensuring nutritional needs were met
- Supported community access, outdoor activities, and social engagement
- Helped with daily living tasks, medication management, and ensured safety
- Facilitated communication for non-verbal individual with autism using hand gestures
- Encouraged independence and participation in routines
- Assisted with doctor's appointments and overall well-being
Support Worker for Person With Stroke
Home-Based
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Delivered personal care, including feeding assistance, hygiene support, and toileting
- Facilitated safe mobility using manual handling techniques, ensuring client comfort and safety
- Administered medications as prescribed and maintained accurate records of dosages and times
- Observed and reported changes in the client's health and behavior to ensure appropriate responses
- Prepared and served meals in accordance with dietary requirements and preferences
- Provided emotional support, fostering a positive and inclusive environment for the client's well-being
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment to support the client's health and daily activities
Education
Master of Science - Data Science
Edith Cowan University
WAKenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Sacho High School
Kenya01-2017
Skills
- Person-Centered Support
- Recreational Activities
- Personal Care
- Complex Needs Support
- Positive Behaviour Support
- Communication
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- HLTHWHS005 Conduct Manual Tasks Safely
- Supporting Effective Communication
- NDIS Worker Orientation
- New Worker NDIS Induction
- Supporting Safe and Enjoyable Meals
- Medication Competency
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Hand Hygiene for Clinical Health-Care Workers
Timeline
Support Worker for Person With Dementia and Bipolar Disorder
Carespace Australia
01.2025 - Current
Support Worker for Person With Autism, Schizophrenia, and Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM)
Carespace Australia
01.2025 - Current
Support Worker for Person With Autism
Carespace Australia
01.2025 - Current
Support Worker for Person With Stroke
Home-Based
06.2024 - 11.2024
Master of Science - Data Science
Edith Cowan University
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Sacho High School
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