Open To Work
MEAGAN Hancock
Floraville
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker with a proven track record at EMPOWERED LIVING SANCTUARY, enhancing clients' independence through personalized care and skill-building. Skilled in medication organization and fostering strong interpersonal relationships, I advocate for clients' rights while ensuring a safe, supportive environment. Committed to promoting personal growth and dignity in daily living.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
EMPOWERED LIVING SANCTUARY
07.2024 - Current
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry best practices.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Provided individualized support to clients, enhancing daily living skills and promoting independence.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client engagement and safety protocols.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Disability Support Worker
Cerebral Palsy Alliance
02.2019 - 07.2025
- Provided individualized support to clients, enhancing daily living skills and promoting independence.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client engagement and safety protocols.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Advocated for clients' rights, ensuring access to necessary resources and services.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
Aged Care Worker
Mercy Services
02.2008 - 05.2019
- Provided compassionate personal care and support to elderly residents, enhancing their daily living experiences.
- Assisted with medication administration and monitoring health conditions, ensuring compliance with care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies for residents' needs.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices in aged care service delivery and resident engagement.
- Conducted regular assessments of resident needs to adapt care plans, ensuring personalized support and attention.
- Enhanced residents'' quality of life by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for all residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
Education
Certificate III - AGE/DISABILITY
HUNTER INSTITUTE MAITLAND RD TIGHES HILL
TAFE MAITLAND RD TIGHES HILL09-2009
High School Diploma -
WARNERSBAY HIGH SCHOOL
Newcastle, NSW12-1988
Skills
- Daily living assistance
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Independent living support
- Personal care
- Client confidentiality
- Family communication
- Social skills development
- Personal growth support
- Feeding assistance
- Medication organization
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of POLICY AND PROCEDURES
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Achieved 100% through effectively helping CLIENTS
Certification
- Certified DSW, CEREBRAL PALSY - 6 YEARS
- Certified AGE CARE WORKER, MERCY SERVICES - 12 YEARS
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteTimeline
Disability Support Worker
EMPOWERED LIVING SANCTUARY
07.2024 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Cerebral Palsy Alliance
02.2019 - 07.2025
Aged Care Worker
Mercy Services
02.2008 - 05.2019
Certificate III - AGE/DISABILITY
HUNTER INSTITUTE MAITLAND RD TIGHES HILL
High School Diploma -
WARNERSBAY HIGH SCHOOL