Pooja Adhikari
Belconnen,ACT
Summary
Support professional with focus on providing compassionate care and effective assistance to individuals in need. Background in helping clients with daily activities and emotional support, fostering safe and comfortable environment. Reliable team player with strong communication skills and adaptability to changing situations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Haven Care Australia
10 Hendry Close, Nicholls,ACT
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
- Promoted independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
- Assisted clients with personal care tasks, preserving their dignity and promoting independence.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for clients, ensuring their specific needs were met.
- Supported clients in accessing community resources, enhancing their integration and participation in community activities.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, effectively de-escalating challenging situations while maintaining client safety.
Calvary Aged Care
Support Worker
Bruce, Belconnen
12.2022 - 02.2024
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills to address challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Contributed to a positive team culture by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, offering reassurance and guidance.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans for each resident.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Education
Cube Institute
Skills
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Emotional support
- Behavioural support
- Meal preparation
- Verbal and written communication
- Medication administration
- Documentation and reporting
- First aid and CPR
- Mental health assistance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Decision-making
Timeline
Support Worker
Haven Care Australia
02.2023 - Current
Calvary Aged Care
Support Worker
12.2022 - 02.2024
Cube Institute