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Melissa Anthony

Sanctuary Point,NSW

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Disability Support Worker, excelling in daily living support and documentation abilities. Proven track record in fostering client independence and enhancing well-being through empathetic engagement and effective records management. Committed to empowering individuals to achieve their personal goals.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Aruma
12.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.

Paralegal

Burbank & Brown
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Enhanced case efficiency by organising and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
  • Assisted Senior Solicitor with trial preparation through thorough research and analysis of relevant laws and regulations.
  • Streamlined communication between clients and legal staff by managing client inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Reduced Senior Solicitor workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.

Disability Support Worker

Life Without Barriers
05.2020 - 01.2022
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

Childcare Educator

Mindchamps
  • Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
  • Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
  • Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
  • Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
  • Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
  • Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.

Education

Kiama High School
Kiama, NSW

Skills

  • Documentation Abilities
  • Documenting Incidents
  • Daily Living Support
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Patient Toileting
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Records Management

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Aruma
12.2023 - Current

Paralegal

Burbank & Brown
01.2022 - 12.2023

Disability Support Worker

Life Without Barriers
05.2020 - 01.2022

Childcare Educator

Mindchamps

Kiama High School

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