Melvyn Kipchumba
Summary
A qualified and experienced disability support worker with strong interpersonal abilities and a patient and caring personality.Trustworthy,methodical and a team player who is able to work on own initiative.Offer support to clients to enable them live as independent as possible,by executing effective programs to help in skills development and abilities that allows them to actively participate in their local community. Able to comfortably work in one-to-one situations with people of diverse levels of disability and of all ages.Seeking a role with a quality support provider where I can continue to help people reach their potentials and live fulfilled lives.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Therapeutic Support Staff Member/Youth Worker
Sunflower Services
07.2023 - Current
- Supported clients'' emotional well-being through empathetic listening and tailored coping strategies.
- Created a safe, non-judgmental environment for clients to openly discuss their emotions, challenges, and goals during therapy sessions.
- Improved clients'' daily living skills by providing guidance in areas such as personal hygiene, communication, and social interactions.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioural therapy techniques
- Conducted crisis intervention as needed to ensure the safety and stability of clients in high-risk situations.
- Developed and implemented intensive individualised treatment plans addressing family relationship problems,destructive patterns of behaviour and other psychological abuses
- Documented patient information ,treatment plans,and patient responses
- Tracked progress according to goals for interventions
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive supportive and empowering clients environments
- Documented client progress to track effectiveness and inform future treatment plans
- Maintained client confidentiality to protect patients privacy
Mental Health Support Worker/Disability Support Worker
Healthcare Australia
06.2023 - Current
- Reduced patient anxiety through active listening, problem-solving, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions for substance abuse treatment
- Maintained client records to document assessment,treatment plans and progress
- Supported patients in achieving personal goals through goal-setting exercises and step-by-step guidance.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patients care plans
- Recognized and responded to signs of potential self-harm or suicide risk, utilizing appropriate intervention strategies and resources to ensure patient safety.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social,behavioural and academic growth
- Monitored client vital signs,administered medications and tracked behaviour to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed
- Enhanced patient well-being by providing empathetic and compassionate support in daily activities.
- Cleaned house,run errands,managed laundry,and completed weekly grocery shopping
- Provided nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing,grooming,bathing and toileting patients
Disability Support Worker
Oxley Home Care
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Enhancing quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Encourage positive and socially appropriate behaviour and effectively manage challenging behaviour
- Respond to crisis within specified guidelines and seek assistance to situations outside of specified guidelines
- Carry out and demonstrate initiatives aimed at meeting client personal/living community needs , team objectives and programme goal consistent
- Organising daily tasks and schedules
- Arranging clients transports
- Documenting and updating clients files and administering medications
- Build a relationship with clients and adapting into clients lifestyles
Disability Support Worker
Snap Programs Disability Services
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Devise and implement interactive programs targeted at achieving each patients' individual needs and goals
- Provided rehabilitation techniques in daily living skills to help prior level of functionality
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Utilised strong assessments skills to determine necessary clients care and assisted daily function
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Implemented behaviour management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviours to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioural and academic growth.
- Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
Disability Support Worker
Impact Care Solutions
01.2022 - 07.2022
- 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.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioural and academic growth.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Implemented behaviour management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- 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.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW07.2026
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Social Justice
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- Conflict Resolution
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Safety Management
- Mental and Physical Exercise
- Personal Growth Support
- Team Leadership
- Healthcare Documentation
- Computer Skills
- Progress assessments
Timeline
Therapeutic Support Staff Member/Youth Worker
Sunflower Services
07.2023 - Current
Mental Health Support Worker/Disability Support Worker
Healthcare Australia
06.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Oxley Home Care
01.2023 - 06.2023
Disability Support Worker
Snap Programs Disability Services
07.2022 - 01.2023
Disability Support Worker
Impact Care Solutions
01.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Western Sydney University
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