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MARIAMA KAMANDA

Melton,VIC

Summary

Dedicated and eager to help young people reach full potential through positive and effective support. Compassionate and encouraging with 8 years of experience working with youth of all ages. Assists youth in navigating various situations using healthy coping skills. Empathetic Youth Worker passionate about providing meaningful support and services to clients. Excellent communicator bringing 8 plus years of comprehensive experience developing and implementing core programs to meet needs for self-development, homelessness and drug and alcohol abuse. Creative and understanding professional commended for modelling and teaching life skills and promoting diversity by exposing clients to multicultural experiences.

I am an ideal candidate for a support worker role as I am passionate, enthusiastic, caring, and empathetic person. I take extraordinary pride in empowering individuals to help them make their own decisions and choices, through positive interactions and assisting patients to independently improve their quality of life. My experience as a career has helped me become a quick learner with strong abilities to multi-task and deliver exceptional customer support, in addition to my experience and personal qualities I have a solide educational foundation and passion for supporting patients’ goals and

outcomes by helping them achieve optimal health and independence

I am a very committed person, who shows great zeal towards any assigned task. Capable of any allotted duty, given the necessary exposure, as my very astute observation and discipline have seen me through many strides. I am looking to further my training and knowledge in the Customer Service Industry. Dedicated team player and can work independently, I have great energy and attitude and am extremely ambitious in what I do. I am looking for a part time or full-time work as I have full availability

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Worker

Ability Assist
08.2021 - Current
  • Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences.
  • Improved program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to develop innovative strategies for youth development.
  • Implemented comprehensive assessments to identify areas of improvement and tailor intervention plans accordingly.
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.

Disability Support Worker

Home@scope
05.2020 - Current
  • Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Designed individualized plans detailing daily activities and needs for patients.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Disability Support Worker

Jigsaw Blue
01.2019 - 06.2023
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
  • Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.

Team Leader, Disability Client Services

MHandR Holdings
12.2018 - 06.2023
  • Evaluated diagnostic data to determine eligibility and needed services.
  • Implemented ongoing training programs for staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge in disability services provision.
  • Maintained a strong focus on staff wellbeing, implementing stress management and self-care strategies to promote resilience among team members in a demanding work environment.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient workflow processes and streamlining communication channels.

Community Support Worker

Happycarers
03.2019 - 02.2023
  • Maintained internal database of service workers, participants, activities and other relevant details.
  • Supported clients through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to society.
  • Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.

Aged Care Worker

E4 Health
02.2019 - 04.2022
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each resident.

Disability Support Worker

Nulsen Disability Services
06.2016 - 10.2019
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.

Aged Care Worker

FlexCare
11.2015 - 07.2018
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Developed trust-based relationships with residents by actively listening to their concerns and demonstrating genuine interest in their lives.
  • Increased resident satisfaction ratings through a consistent focus on effective communication and empathetic caregiving.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Education

Working With People With BPD -

Spectrum
Melbourne, VIC
03.2023

Diploma - Community Services

Christa Colege
Melbourne, VIC
09.2021

Certificate IV - Child, Youth And Family Intervention

NATIONAL CAREER INSTITUTE
Melbourne, VIC
04.2021

Certificate III - Individual Support

St.adam College
Melbourne, VIC
02.2019

Skills

  • Grant Writing
  • Grounding Techniques
  • Community Outreach Programs
  • Data Entry Software
  • Program Support
  • Conflict de-escalation
  • Heart saver CPR AED (CPR AED)
  • Special needs understanding
  • Resident support
  • Youth supervision
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Customer Service
  • Grant Reporting
  • Heart saver First Aid (First Aid)
  • Environmental management
  • Report Preparation
  • Collaboration and Team work Coaching and Mentoring

Commendable ICT Skills/ MSOffice

Selfless and Trustworthy

Intuitive Problem-Solving Skills

Work well under pressure

Exceptional interpersonal skill

Food safety understanding

Working well in a team

Communication skills

Cleanliness

Organization skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Prioritization skills

Patience in understanding people from

diverse backgrounds

Empathy

Positive

Thinking creatively

Conflict of resolution

Resilience

Integrity

Humility

Psychology Skills

Collaboration

Timeline

Youth Worker

Ability Assist
08.2021 - Current

Disability Support Worker

Home@scope
05.2020 - Current

Community Support Worker

Happycarers
03.2019 - 02.2023

Aged Care Worker

E4 Health
02.2019 - 04.2022

Disability Support Worker

Jigsaw Blue
01.2019 - 06.2023

Team Leader, Disability Client Services

MHandR Holdings
12.2018 - 06.2023

Disability Support Worker

Nulsen Disability Services
06.2016 - 10.2019

Aged Care Worker

FlexCare
11.2015 - 07.2018

Working With People With BPD -

Spectrum

Diploma - Community Services

Christa Colege

Certificate IV - Child, Youth And Family Intervention

NATIONAL CAREER INSTITUTE

Certificate III - Individual Support

St.adam College
MARIAMA KAMANDA