MICHAEL EGWURUBE
Rockhampton
Summary
Compassionate Support Worker with attention to detail and care for others. Driven to improve clients' lives with better skills and customized assistance with personal needs. Trained in both mental and physical support. Also a Physiotherapy Student who wants to further develop their skills via real-world application.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Youth Worker
IFYS
11.2023 - Current
- Developed and delivered educational workshops to support youth in understanding and navigating real-world experiences.
- Maintained a safe living environment by enforcing house rules and addressing behavioral concerns promptly and effectively.
- Developed and maintained relationships with partner organizations to facilitate access to youth-related resources.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Improved clients' coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and rental payments.
Support Worker
Live Free Support Services
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Supported individuals with permanent learning or physical disabilities live full lives
- Helped individuals and family members cope with acute illnesses and injuries
- Contributed to clients' mental health with compassionate care for emotional needs
- Improved client wellbeing with cleaner homes and improved personal safety
- Shopped for ingredients and prepared healthy meals for clients
- Enabled independent living by teaching clients important daily skills
- Assisted clients with appointments and personal errands
- Removed safety hazards and maintained client-friendly home environments with regular upkeep
- Enhanced client hygiene through consistent support for bathing, grooming and other personal care needs
- Promoted social integration by encouraging community outings and personal gatherings
- Kept meticulous and compliant documentation covering case activities for each individual.
Wait Staff Member
Pacinos
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Contributed to efficient dining room operations by restocking supplies and backing up team members
- Restocked service stations to maximize availability
- Followed safety, sanitization and food handling guidelines
- Memorized menu additions, changes and limited offerings
- Processed credit card transactions, gift cards and cash payments
- Communicated professionally with customers, colleagues and supervisors
- Explained details for new menu items and daily specials
- Delivered food and beverages promptly to customers
- Entered orders into computer system to coordinate with kitchen staff
- Took accurate notes detailing customer orders
- Listened to guest needs and responded promptly for personalized service
- Demonstrated hospitality and customer service while greeting tables
- Assigned and arranged tables for large groups
- Adhered to state liquor regulations to serve alcohol safely.
Crew Member
Shnitz
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Maintained high cleanliness, sanitation, and health code standards by cleaning building interiors throughout each shift
- Kept wait times low with smooth management of order taking and payment processing
- Delivered exceptional service to every guest with consistent use of company-customer relations strategies
- Prepared hot, fresh food to meet brand standards
- Delivered timely service and performed sanitation tasks
- Cross-trained in multiple positions to assist during busy periods
- Cleaned, swept and mopped food preparation and FOH areas
- Maintained high cleanliness and adhered to health code standards
- Minimized errors by carefully documenting orders and discussing needs with cooks.
Education
Binnacle Training
QLD Gov
Allens Training
NDIS
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (honours) - Physiotherapy -
Central Queensland University
12.2025
Rockhampton Grammar School
11.2020
Skills
- Housekeeping and Laundry
- Disability Care
- Emotional Support
- Life Skills Development
- Activities of Daily Living
- Personal Errands
- Skill Building
- Meal Preparation
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Mobility Assistance
- Daily Living Assistance
- Clean Driving Record
- Patient Support
- Report Preparation
- Special needs understanding
- Educational Programs
Timeline
Residential Youth Worker
IFYS
11.2023 - Current
Support Worker
Live Free Support Services
10.2021 - 11.2023
Wait Staff Member
Pacinos
04.2021 - 09.2021
Crew Member
Shnitz
01.2021 - 06.2021
Binnacle Training
QLD Gov
Allens Training
NDIS
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (honours) - Physiotherapy -
Central Queensland University
Rockhampton Grammar School
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