Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
CAREER OBJECTIVE
CORE STRENGTHS & CAPABILITIES
PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES
Timeline
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Mariya Joseph

Perth,WA

Summary

A proactive, compassionate, and community-focused professional with experience across disability support, aged-care volunteering, pharmacy services, and customer support. Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to build positive relationships with diverse individuals including elderly clients, NDIS participants, and customers in healthcare settings.

Holds a completed Bachelor of Psychology & Counselling, bringing applied knowledge of mental health, behaviour, counselling principles, and human wellbeing. Motivated to contribute to the public sector by supporting inclusive service delivery, community wellbeing, and ethical practices that promote dignity, independence, and high-quality care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Support Worker

Aastha Community Services
01.2024 - Current
  • Provide person-centred support for NDIS participants, promoting independence, wellbeing, and safety.
  • Assist with community access including grocery shopping, banking, appointments, recreational outings, and social participation.
  • Support school routines through reliable drop-offs and pickups, ensuring consistency and safety for children and parents.
  • Facilitate social engagement to reduce isolation and promote meaningful activities based on client preference.
  • Assist with domestic tasks such as laundry, cleaning, organisation, and meal preparation.
  • Provide safe, reliable transport while monitoring changes in client behaviour, comfort, and needs.
  • Maintain accurate shift notes, progress updates, and incident reports to ensure transparent communication with coordinators.
  • Apply trauma-informed, culturally sensitive communication in all interactions with clients and families.
  • Encourage skill development, routine building, and greater independence through mentoring and strengths-based support.

Achievements:

  • Recognised for professionalism, reliability, and strong rapport with clients and families.
  • Consistently produced high-quality documentation supporting holistic and coordinated care.
  • Contributed to significant improvements in client engagement, confidence, and routine stability.

Pharmacy Assistant

Hills View Pharmacy, Kalamunda
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Delivered professional customer service in a busy community pharmacy, supporting individuals with a variety of health needs.
  • Assisted pharmacists with accurate prescription processing and customer enquiries.
  • Provided product knowledge for vitamins, supplements, skincare products, and general health items.
  • Managed stock levels through unpacking, rotating, date-checking, and restocking shelves.
  • Operated POS systems accurately, handling payments, refunds, and general enquiries.
  • Responded to phone enquiries and directed clinical questions to pharmacists.
  • Maintained a clean, organised pharmacy environment to meet health and safety standards.
  • Prepared Webster packs with attention to detail, compliance, and strong medication-handling awareness.

Achievements:

  • Received positive feedback for friendly, respectful customer service.
  • Demonstrated strong accuracy in stock management and transaction processing.
  • Learned pharmacy procedures quickly and was trusted with important tasks during busy periods.


Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Counselling

Edith Cowan University
Joondalup, WA
02-2026

High School Diploma -

St Marys GHSS
Kerala, India
01.2022

Skills

  • Empathetic, client-centered communication - Cultural responsiveness and ethical awareness
  • Case documentation and goal planning
  • Counselling micro-skills and active listening
  • Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams
  • Organizational and time management abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and client management systems

Certification

  • Working with Children Check (WA)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • WA Driver’s Licence – Full
  • National Police Clearance

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Professional Working

CAREER OBJECTIVE

To begin a professional career in psychology and counselling by applying evidence-based skills to support client wellbeing, resilience, and community inclusion. I aim to develop my competence through ongoing learning and supervision, working toward ACA or PACFA registration as a counsellor or psychosocial practitioner.

CORE STRENGTHS & CAPABILITIES

  • Client-centred disability & aged-care support
  • Clear, empathetic & professional communication
  • Accurate documentation, note-taking & reporting
  • Problem-solving and responsible decision-making
  • Cultural awareness & trauma-informed approach
  • Customer service, conflict de-escalation & rapport building
  • Safe driving & community transport
  • Confidentiality, ethics & professional boundaries
  • Team collaboration with coordinators & healthcare staff
  • Adaptability and quick learning in new environments

PROFESSIONAL ATTRIBUTES

  • Compassionate and patient when working with vulnerable individuals
  • Reliable, punctual, and committed to high-quality service
  • Quick learner with strong problem-solving abilities
  • Calm under pressure and adaptable in changing environments
  • Strong sense of community, responsibility, and public service values
  • Motivated to continuously develop professionally

Timeline

Support Worker

Aastha Community Services
01.2024 - Current

Pharmacy Assistant

Hills View Pharmacy, Kalamunda
01.2023 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Counselling

Edith Cowan University

High School Diploma -

St Marys GHSS
Mariya Joseph