Melinda Walsh
Kirwan
Summary
Personal Caregiver and business owner with a proven track record in time management and exceptional communication skills, demonstrated through successful management of Gumly Gumly Trading Post and Churches of Christ Care Worker. Excelled in roles requiring the ability to work under pressure, significantly improving client and customer experiences. Able to bring life experience and a high work ethic to any career.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Caregiver NDIS
Richard Cordukes
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry.
- Assisted clients in maintaining independence through consistent support and encouragement.
Home Care Provider
Churches Of Christ
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Traveled to clients' homes to complete healthcare services and promote continuity of care.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Trained new staff members on best practices for home health care.
- Assisted clients with personal requirements for hygeine, dressing and grooming.
Cleaner
K @ B Cleaning
11.2017 - 02.2021
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing thorough commercial and residential cleaning services.
- Provided excellent communication with clients regarding scheduling changes or specific service requirements based on individual preferences.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring adequate stock for all assigned tasks.
Owner
Gumly Gumly Trading Post
07.2004 - 06.2017
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with customers, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Provided Australia Post, Newsagent and Bottle Shop services.
Owner
Tourist Hotel
07.2000 - 06.2004
- Customer service, Bar and Bistro
- Stock control and inventory
- Administration
- Cleaning and housekeeping
- Crowd Control
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tweed River High School
Tweed Heads, NSW11.1988
Skills
- Time management
- Communication/relations
- Working within a team environment or unsupervised
- Support and respect of co-workers
- Discretion
- Make informed decisions
- Work under pressure
- Display sympathy/empathy
Additional Information
References:
Richard Cordukes - 0425 228561
Deanna Becker - 0432 524866
Simon Ashman - 0459 968665
Timeline
Personal Caregiver NDIS
Richard Cordukes
05.2024 - Current
Home Care Provider
Churches Of Christ
03.2021 - 05.2024
Cleaner
K @ B Cleaning
11.2017 - 02.2021
Owner
Gumly Gumly Trading Post
07.2004 - 06.2017
Owner
Tourist Hotel
07.2000 - 06.2004
High School Diploma -
Tweed River High School
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