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PATRICIA MARSDEN

Perth,Western Australia

Summary

Well-rounded Support Worker with 7 years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping and transporting clients to appointments. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Aged Care Worker

BaptistCare
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained a clean and safe living environment for all residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Developed trust-based relationships with residents by actively listening to their concerns and demonstrating genuine interest in their lives.
  • Administered medication and documented.
  • Transported client's to appointments, grocery shopping and social outings.

Support Worker

Vision West
09.2016 - 06.2023
  • Supported individuals with facility-based planned activities in home and community settings
  • Followed and evaluated individualized support care plans to increase personal development
  • Administered medication in accordance with house guidelines to client's, tracking it daily
  • Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting client's with personal hygiene needs
  • Helped client's with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming
  • Assisted with meal planning and preparation
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client's happiness and safety
  • Observed client's for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral conditions and injuries
  • Drove client's to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands
  • Recognized crisis situations, assessing potential danger to clients and other individuals
  • Referred to team coordinator's to address escalated concerns
  • Built respectful and trusting relationships with clients.

Volunteer/Casual Worker

Community Kindergarten
08.2015 - 12.2015
  • Ensured that the classroom was prepared for daily activities by setting up materials and equipment
  • Developed strong relationships with children and their families while providing a safe, nurturing environment
  • Kept classrooms and play areas tidy and well-organized for safety
  • Prepared classroom learning materials and activities prior to start of school day
  • Engaged with children during free play times to help promote self-expression.

Volunteer/Casual Worker

First Class Education & Care
09.2014 - 03.2015
  • Ensured that the classroom was prepared for daily activities by setting up materials and equipment
  • Developed strong relationships with children and their families while providing a safe, nurturing environment
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with children, parents and colleagues
  • Prepared classroom learning materials and activities prior to start of school day
  • Kept classrooms and play areas tidy and well-organized for safety
  • Monitored playground equipment for any potential hazards
  • Maintained safe, clean and organized environment for children
  • Supported students during small group instruction by providing individualized assistance
  • Assisted with mealtime preparation and clean-up
  • Supported teachers in their daily duties including classroom set up and break down
  • Engaged with children during free play times to help promote self-expression.

Skills

  • Documenting Incidents
  • Daily Living Support
  • Meal Preparation
  • General Housekeeping
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Administer Medication
  • Clean Living Spaces
  • First Aid Certification
  • Good time management
  • Friendly positive attitude
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Great communicator

Certification

  • Car license - Class C
  • First Aid/Cpr
  • Level 3 Health and Well-being
  • Level 3 Early Childhood

Driver License

Class C

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 05/07/1988

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Aged Care Worker

BaptistCare
10.2023 - Current

Support Worker

Vision West
09.2016 - 06.2023

Volunteer/Casual Worker

Community Kindergarten
08.2015 - 12.2015

Volunteer/Casual Worker

First Class Education & Care
09.2014 - 03.2015

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