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Mark Fortune

Blacksmiths,NSW

Summary

Dedicated Disability Support Worker skilled at managing appointments and administering medication, helping with bathroom and personal care needs and keeping home environments neat and clean. Good organizational skills with hardworking mentality and caring approach.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

VHCC
Newcastle, NSW
12.2022 - Current
  • Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
  • Administered medication according to doctor's orders and monitored side effects.
  • Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
  • Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
  • Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
  • Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs.
  • Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
  • Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
  • Provided assistance in the home environment including meal preparation and light housekeeping.
  • Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
  • Collaborated with community workers to implement exciting social activity programs within facility.
  • Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
  • Transported patients safely to social activities and doctors appointments.
  • Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.

Education

NDIS Modules

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Client transportation
  • Self-care development
  • Record keeping
  • Activity organization
  • Emotional support
  • Client communication
  • Independence encouragement
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Time management
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Verbal communication
  • Dependable and responsible

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

VHCC
12.2022 - Current

NDIS Modules
Mark Fortune