Disability Support Worker
Hireup Pty Ltd
03.2024 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drive clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- I supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided a high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- I cleaned the house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Implemented behaviour management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organising outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Improved client independence by developing personalised support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviours to keep healthcare supervisors well-informed.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximise outcomes.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings, such as education or healthcare environments.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Entered, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
- Designed individualised plans detailing daily activities and needs for patients.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, utilising de-escalation techniques and leveraging available resources for support.
