Rachael Bowerman
Pacific Paradise,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker skilled in client relationship management and emotional support. Committed to enhancing client well-being and fostering independence through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
1
1
Certification
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Alya Care
Brisbane, QLD
05.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs by following safe lifting techniques.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance client well-being.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and their families.
- Supported clients in accessing community resources and recreational activities.
- Facilitated client attendance at appointments and social activities, promoting engagement and connection.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement care plans effectively.
- Documented client progress and communicated observations to care team, ensuring coordinated support.
- Monitored client progress and reported any changes in behavior or health conditions to supervisor.
- Maintained comprehensive records of services provided and client progress, tracking goal achievement.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Made beds in client rooms to ensure cleanliness and comfort., swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma of Nursing
Tafe Queensland
Birtinya, QLD08-2026
Skills
- Personal care support
- Mobility assistance
- Care implementation
- Emotional support
- Activity facilitation
- Client management
- Wellness promotion
- Diversity sensitivity
- Communication skills
Certification
- NDIS Blue Card
- Police Check
- CPR and First Aid Certificate
- Qld Drivers Licence
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Alya Care
05.2025 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma of Nursing
Tafe Queensland