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Penelope Millard

Apsley

Summary

Compassionate Aged/Disability care worker with 15 years of experience providing medical, emotional and social support to local clients. Positive and caring demeanour paired with understanding and ease with Client concerns.

Dedicated Aged/Disability Care Worker passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about appointments and social activities. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Care Worker

HireUp
06.2024 - Current
  • Improved client outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Assisted the client with personal hygiene, mobility, and transportation.
  • Supported therapy activities and exercises under the direction of Occupational Therapists.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Support Worker

Boandik community care
06.2023 - 06.2024
  • Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning.
  • Reported any incidents or accidents in accordance with company policy and procedure.
  • Monitored client wellbeing and reported any changes or concerns to relevant staff members.
  • Drove and accompanied clients to appointments, shopping and special events for safety and companionship.
  • Conducted household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a clean and safe living environment.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities, enhancing independence and quality of life.

Aged/Disability Care Worker

Edenhope and District Memorial Hospital, Elsie Bennett Community Centre
11.2011 - 12.2022
  • Provided support for physical, emotional and social needs of clients.
  • Established effective patient communication to develop positive relationships.
  • Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
  • Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Improved Client outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate IV in Disability

St Laurence
Horsham, VIC

Certificate III In Aged Care

TAFE SA
Mount Gambier, SA
12.2008

Skills

  • Client documentation
  • Compassionate client care
  • First aid and safety
  • Community activities
  • Goal: direct care plan management
  • Computer skills
  • PPE use
  • Good work ethic
  • Medication management
  • Peg feeding and administration of medications via peg
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Daily living support

Additional Information

Covid 19 vaccinated

First aid certificate

Working with children Certificate

Police check

NDIS worker check

References

Kirily Ryan 

Day Program Manager Elsie Bennett Community Centre Lake St, Edenhope Vic 3318  0407797176 

Karla Dudley

2265 Wimmera Highway Apsley Vic 3319  0415553943

Interests

Interests and Hobbies, Gardening, Music, Spending time my family, Reading, TV series,Movies, Crosswords, and Cooking

Timeline

Disability Care Worker

HireUp
06.2024 - Current

Support Worker

Boandik community care
06.2023 - 06.2024

Aged/Disability Care Worker

Edenhope and District Memorial Hospital, Elsie Bennett Community Centre
11.2011 - 12.2022

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate IV in Disability

St Laurence

Certificate III In Aged Care

TAFE SA

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