Hi, I’m
Michelle Bowen
Disability Support Worker
Sunshine Coast,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Disability Carer possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available 38 hours per week, weekends and evenings. Dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Employed Services
Disability Support Worker
03.2022 - 04.2024
Job overview
- 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.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
Home Instead Care
Disability Support Worker
03.2022 - 06.2022
Job overview
- 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.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviour, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- 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.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided patient and family education on available resources and self-care strategies.
Just Better Care
Disability Support Worker
09.2021 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- 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.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- 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.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
Education
Daisy Learning Sunshine Coast, QLD
Cert 111 in Disability Care
11.2021
Skills
- Daily living assistance
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal Care
- Independent Living Support
- Emotional Support
- Transportation Assistance
- Infection Control
Walking, Sports,Gardening
I love to walk along the boardwalks taking in the view of the ocean and also walking my puppies. I go to my grandchildren netball games every week and also attend the home games for the local netball team. I enjoy gardening planting new plants also making new herb gardens for each season.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Self Employed Services
03.2022 - 04.2024
Disability Support Worker
Home Instead Care
03.2022 - 06.2022
Disability Support Worker
Just Better Care
09.2021 - 03.2022
Daisy Learning
Cert 111 in Disability Care
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