Myckayla Barker
Yarrabilba
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Aged Care and NDIS professional seeking to transition back into Agency Assistant in Nursing (AIN) roles to achieve a better work-life balance. With a strong clinical foundation and hands-on care experience, I am passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred support to clients. I bring excellent adaptability, strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly integrate into new teams and environments while maintaining a high standard of care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
NDIA Liaison
Fizzio For Life
Waterford West
01.2026 - Current
- Act as the primary point of contact between the organisation and the NDIA, ensuring clear and effective communication.
- Develop, review, and manage NDIS service agreements in line with participant plans and funding requirements.
- Ensure ongoing clinic compliance with NDIS Practice Standards, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate with allied health professionals to align services with participant goals and outcomes.
- Monitor service delivery to ensure accuracy of supports, billing, and documentation.
- Assist with NDIS audits, reporting, and quality assurance processes.
- Liaise with participants, families, support coordinators, and plan managers to resolve issues and optimise supports.
Aged Care Case Manager & NDIS Service Manager
HomeCare Australia
01.2023 - 12.2025
- In this dual role position, I am responsible for delivering high-quality, person-centred care coordination for older clients and managing the delivery of NDIS supports for participants with disabilities.
- The role has combined care planning and case management under the Home Care Packages program with leadership and compliance oversight of NDIS services to ensure excellence in service delivery, staff management, and regulatory adherence.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of older clients' physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs.
- Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care plans.
- Coordinate services such as personal care, nursing, allied health, and social supports under HCP and/or CHSP.
- Liaise with clients, families, service providers, and healthcare professionals.
- Advocate for client rights, ensuring culturally appropriate and respectful care.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with Aged Care Quality Standards.
- Oversee the daily operations of NDIS-funded supports, including Support Coordination and core services.
- Ensure supports align with participant goals and NDIS practice standards.
- Manage, supervise, and support a multidisciplinary team of support workers and allied health staff.
- Conduct onboarding, training, and performance appraisals.
- Oversee incident reporting, quality audits, and continuous improvement.
- Coordinated care plans with clients and their families to ensure comprehensive support.
- Assessed client needs and developed tailored service strategies for effective care.
Support Worker
HomeCare Australia
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided in-home support including personal care, mobility assistance, medication reminders, and meal preparation.
- Supported clients with daily living tasks, promoting independence and active participation in routines.
- Delivered compassionate emotional and social support, reducing isolation and enhancing mental health.
- Assisted with community access, transport to appointments, and participation in recreational activities.
- Maintained accurate care documentation and reported changes in client health or needs to coordinators.
- Followed individual care plans aligned with Aged Care Standards and NDIS goals.
- Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and support coordinators.
- Ensured safe and hygienic living environments through light housekeeping and infection control practices.
Agency Assistant In Nursing
Care2Help
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained accurate records of client care and service delivery documentation.
- Monitored client health status and reported changes to appropriate personnel.
- Observed and documented changes in the physical and mental condition of clients.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature and respiration rate on a regular basis.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records system.
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Assistant in Nursing
Our Lady Of Loretto Gardens
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided compassionate and dedicated support to elderly residents in aged care facilities.
- Delivered high-quality personal and clinical care under the supervision of Registered Nurses.
- Responsibilities included assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility; monitoring vital signs and reporting health changes; promoting residents' dignity, independence, and well-being; maintaining accurate documentation; and adhering to infection control and workplace safety standards.
- Gained the ability to adapt quickly in new environments, communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff, and contribute positively to multidisciplinary care teams.
Education
Certificate III Aged Care -
TAFE
Skills
- Comprehensive client assessment and care planning
- Knowledge of Aged Care Quality Standards & NDIS Practice Standards
- Coordination of multidisciplinary healthcare and support teams
- Strong understanding of My Aged Care, CHSP, and NDIS systems
- Person-centered care and support plan implementation
- Budgeting, service allocation, and resource management
- Staff supervision, recruitment, and leadership
- Risk assessment, incident reporting, and compliance monitoring
- Personal care, hygiene support, and manual handling
- Effective communication with clients, families, and stakeholders
- Advocacy for client rights, dignity, and independence
- Accurate documentation, charting, and case reporting
- Knowledge of infection control, safety, and clinical protocols
- Proficiency in care and case management systems (eg, PRODA, Carelink, SupportAbility)
- Emotional support and rapport building
- Community engagement and social inclusion support
Timeline
NDIA Liaison
Fizzio For Life
01.2026 - Current
Aged Care Case Manager & NDIS Service Manager
HomeCare Australia
01.2023 - 12.2025
Support Worker
HomeCare Australia
01.2022 - 01.2023
Agency Assistant In Nursing
Care2Help
01.2021 - 01.2023
Assistant in Nursing
Our Lady Of Loretto Gardens
01.2014 - 01.2016
Certificate III Aged Care -
TAFE