Michelle Mahoney
Labrador,QLD
Summary
Dedicated Personal Care Assistant with strong emotional support and client safety skills. Committed to enhancing client well-being through attentive care and effective communication.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Provectus Care
Biggera Waters, QLD
05.2023 - Current
- Provided emotional support to clients by listening attentively and engaging them in meaningful conversations.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Supported clients in mobility and transferring between locations safely.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure comprehensive client care.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Documented client progress and care activities in compliance with policies.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
Personal Care Assistant
BLUECARE
ARUNDEL, QLD
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal hygiene.
- Supported clients in mobility and transferring between locations safely.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure comprehensive client care.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Prepared nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Documented client progress and care activities in compliance with policies.
Personal Care Assistant
BAPTIST CARE
FORSTER
03.2010 - 03.2021
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Supported clients in mobility and transferring between locations safely.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at all times.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Prepared nutritious meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Documented client progress and care activities in compliance with policies.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
CHILD CARER
ARMIDALE AND DISTRICT FAMILY DAY CARE
ARMIDALE
09.1998 - 09.2008
- Supervised daily activities and interactions among children in a safe environment.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding child development and daily events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and learning materials.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to ensure child well-being.
- Assisted children in developing social skills through guided play and group activities.
- Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
PAYROL/Assistant Personnel Manager
WOOLWORTHS
ARMIDALE
01.1988 - 01.1998
- Managed employee records and maintained compliance with HR regulations.
- Facilitated communication between employees at different levels within the organization.
- Monitored employee attendance and leave records to ensure compliance with company policies.
- Prepared reports on workforce demographics, turnover rates and other relevant data points.
- Maintained personnel files in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
Education
Year 12 -
Armidale High School
Armidale12-1989
Skills
- Patient monitoring
- Emergency response
- Client mobility support
- Health documentation
- Personal care assistance
- Client relationship management
- Active listening
- Compassionate caregiving
- Feeding support
- First aid and CPR
- Adaptable under pressure
- Behavior redirection
- Stress management
- Dressing assistance
- Toileting assistance
- Adaptive equipment use
- Patient lifting techniques
- Observational skills
- Fall prevention
- CPR certified
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
- Cycling, Kayaking, Swimming, Gardening and lawn maintenance, Walking, Cooking
Accomplishments
- FEBRUARY 2010
CERTIFICATE III, AGED AND COMMUNITY CARE, Taree community College - FEBRUARY 2015
CERTIFICATE IV, AGED CARE, Tafe NSW - AUGUST 2020
RECOGNISING HEALTHY BODY SYSTEMS, Tafe NSW - SEPTEMBER 2020
UNDERSTANDING AGING, Charles Sturt University - JULY 2020
UNDERSTANDING/ PREVENTING DEMENTIA, University Of Tasmania - MAY 2013
PALLIATIVE CARE, Department Of Health and Aging - JANUARY 2014
UNDERSTANDING CONTINENCE MANAGEMENT, BUNZL - APRIL 2012
EXPERNCING DEMENTIA AND MANAGING BEHAVIOURAL SYMPTOMS OF DEMENTIA, Alzheimer's Australia - FEBRUARY 2025
FIRST AID AND CPR, Australia Wide First Aid - MAY 2026
PROVIDE CPR, Australia Wide First Aid - OCTOBER 2023
DEMENTIA SUPPORT-SERVICE DEKIVERY SKILL SET, Tafe QLD - I have also continually updated my Working with Children and NDIS Worker Screening checks mandatory along with Police Checks
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Provectus Care
05.2023 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
BLUECARE
02.2021 - 02.2023
Personal Care Assistant
BAPTIST CARE
03.2010 - 03.2021
CHILD CARER
ARMIDALE AND DISTRICT FAMILY DAY CARE
09.1998 - 09.2008
PAYROL/Assistant Personnel Manager
WOOLWORTHS
01.1988 - 01.1998
Year 12 -
Armidale High School