Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
References
Specialtrainingandlicenses
References
Timeline
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Minoka Fernando

Blackburn South,Australia

Summary

Diploma in Psychology and Counselling with an NVQ Level 3 certification in caregiving. Completed Certificate 3 in disability and aged care at UCT Australia. Trained in First Aid and CPR. Experienced in the healthcare sector, emphasizing empathy and support for individuals. Knowledgeable in person-centered therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and essential counseling skills. Seeking a meaningful career in healthcare to positively impact lives.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sopport Worker

Burwood Lodge
Burwood, VIC
10.2024 - Current
  • Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults.
  • Organised leisure activities for clients in the community.
  • Accompanied clients to medical appointments and assisted them with their daily needs.

Relief/Mental Heath Support Worker

Abbeyfield York Society Ltd
York, United Kingdom
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Working with other professionals such as social workers and occupational therapists to ensure people get the right help
  • Provide services using specialist equipment such as peg feeding machines, suction machines and hoist machines
  • Medicine administration

Support Worker - Complex Care

Bespoke Health and Social Care
York, United Kingdom
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Providing services using specialist equipment such as peg feeding machines, suction machines and hoist machines
  • Medicine administration

Line Chef

Wagamama Japanese Restaurant
York, United Kingdom
03.2022 - 10.2022

Rehabilitation Support Worker

Wadduwa Mental Rehabilitation Center
Wadduwa, Sri Lanka
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Working with other professionals such as social workers and occupational therapists to make sure people get the right help
  • Providing advice about how to use specialist equipment
  • Teaching people daily life skills such as making a cup of tea, or reading braille
  • Organizing activities such as sports, drama, and educational activities

HR Executive

ACO Refrigeration (Pvt) Ltd
, Sri Lanka
09.2011 - 02.2020
  • Manage payroll related tasks
  • Documentation
  • Organize and plan meetings, events and training programs

Education

Certificate III - Individual Support (ageing/disability)

UCT
Australia
10-2024

Caregiver - NVQ Level 3 -

GLP Language Academy
Sri Lanka
09.2021

Diploma - General Psychology and Counseling

ICBT Campus
Sri Lanka
01.2021

G.C.E Ordinary Level -

Piliyandala Central College
Sri Lanka
01.2007

Skills

  • Spreadsheet development
  • Daily living support
  • Disability care
  • Presentation Design
  • Emotional Support
  • Mental health assistance
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Documentation abilities
  • First aid and CPR (Australian license)
  • Behavioural support
  • Mobility Assistance

Certification

  • First Aid and CPR (Australia)
  • Current Police Clearance
  • Work with Children Card
  • NDIS Clearance

Hobbies and Interests

I'm extremely passionate about contributing to social impact within the local community and have been volunteering with Charity clubs and events for around five years alongside full-time work and studies.

References

Available upon request

Specialtrainingandlicenses

  • Breakaway and Manual Handling Training (UK)
  • Medical Administration Level 2 (UK)
  • Emergency First Aid License (UK)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sopport Worker

Burwood Lodge
10.2024 - Current

Relief/Mental Heath Support Worker

Abbeyfield York Society Ltd
09.2023 - 02.2024

Support Worker - Complex Care

Bespoke Health and Social Care
08.2022 - 07.2023

Line Chef

Wagamama Japanese Restaurant
03.2022 - 10.2022

Rehabilitation Support Worker

Wadduwa Mental Rehabilitation Center
09.2021 - 12.2021

HR Executive

ACO Refrigeration (Pvt) Ltd
09.2011 - 02.2020

Certificate III - Individual Support (ageing/disability)

UCT

Caregiver - NVQ Level 3 -

GLP Language Academy

Diploma - General Psychology and Counseling

ICBT Campus

G.C.E Ordinary Level -

Piliyandala Central College

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