Pradip Shrestha
Phillip,ACT
Summary
Compassionate, reliable, and experienced Disability Support Worker with a strong background in community services, aged care, and hospitality leadership. Completed Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability and Aged Care), with hands-on experience supporting clients in-home and within community environments. Inspired by a personal journey assisting a friend through full physical and mental rehabilitation, I bring deep empathy, resilience, and person-centered care to every support role. I am skilled in domestic assistance, emotional well-being, routine planning, and culturally sensitive communication. Fully available across weekdays and weekends.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Manager
Anatolia Mediterranean Restaurant
04.2023 - Current
- Oversaw all operations including team rosters, compliance, food safety, and customer service delivery.
- Provided tailored support for patrons with disabilities and mobility issues.
- Trained staff on clear communication, cultural respect, and empathy in high-pressure service situations.
Disability Support Worker
Australia Community Services
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Provided daily living support for a client with chronic neurological pain, including domestic duties and routine assistance.
- Supported setup for home-based work, medication reminders, and assisted with grocery shopping and social outings.
- Maintained discretion, cultural respect, and emotional support while working in a family and pet-inclusive setting.
Club Supervisor
Hellenic Club, Woden
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained service operations in gaming and bar environments, supporting clients including those with accessibility needs.
- Built rapport with a diverse clientele and responded to incidents with calm and professionalism.
Chef / Catering – Aged Care
Mountainview Aged Care, Canberra
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Delivered individualised mealtime experiences for elderly residents, supporting feeding when required.
- Maintained food safety and infection control standards while building strong interpersonal rapport with clients.
Kitchen Manager – Aged Care (incl. Dementia Ward)
Elizabeth Jenkins Place Aged Care Centre
07.2019 - 12.2020
- Worked collaboratively with clinical staff to deliver person-centered meal support to residents with cognitive decline.
- Supported residents with varying dietary needs, showing compassion, discretion, and patience daily.
Education
Certificate III -
Individual Support (Disability & Aged Care)
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Bright College
01.2024
Professional Year Program -
QIBA
01.2024
Bachelor - Information Technology
CIHE
01.2023
Advanced + Diploma - IT
LEAD College
01.2021
Skills
- Disability & Community Support
- Daily living support
- Food safety
- Domestic Assistance
- Communication & Collaboration
- Cultural Sensitivity & Inclusion
- Supportive Technology Use
- Pet-Friendly & Confident
- Medication & Routine Support
- Record Keeping & Privacy
- Reliable & Flexible Availability
- Calm, Compassionate & Resilient
Certification
- First Aid & CPR, Current
- National Police Check, Current
- WWVP Card (ACT), In Progress
- NDIS Worker Screening, Ready to Obtain
- NDIS Orientation Module, Completed
- Reliable Vehicle, Fully Insured & Registered
- Australian Driver’s Licence, Full and Current
Additional Notes
- Personally supported a friend’s full physical and emotional recovery, gaining lived experience in complex rehabilitation.
- Extremely adaptable with full availability for daytime, evening, and weekend shifts.
- Fluent in English, Nepali and Hindi – empathetic to linguistic, cultural, and community-specific needs.
- Motivated to make a long-term impact in the lives of people living with disability, chronic pain, or hidden conditions.
- Trusted team player, strong communicator, and calm under pressure.
Languages
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Nepali
Native/ Bilingual
English
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Australia Community Services
01.2024 - 03.2024
Restaurant Manager
Anatolia Mediterranean Restaurant
04.2023 - Current
Club Supervisor
Hellenic Club, Woden
01.2022 - 02.2023
Chef / Catering – Aged Care
Mountainview Aged Care, Canberra
01.2021 - 02.2023
Kitchen Manager – Aged Care (incl. Dementia Ward)
Elizabeth Jenkins Place Aged Care Centre
07.2019 - 12.2020
Certificate III -
Individual Support (Disability & Aged Care)
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Bright College
Professional Year Program -
QIBA
Bachelor - Information Technology
CIHE
Advanced + Diploma - IT
LEAD College
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