Rebecca Hennessey
Toukley,NSW
Summary
Compassionate Disability Support Worker with 14 years of experience in delivering high-quality care to individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges. Proven expertise in personal care, medical appointment coordination, and risk assessment documentation. Holds a Certificate IV in Disability and First Aid Certification, complemented by extensive training in client support. Committed to enhancing client independence and quality of life through dedicated service.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of post-secondary education
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Aruma Disability Services
Bateau Bay, NSW
02.2018 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop treatment plans for clients.
- Developed strategies to help individuals cope with their disability.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
- Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
- Communicated regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
- Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders and monitored side effects.
- Maintained organized filing system for client records, providing complete documentation of all interactions.
Community Support Worker
Just better care
Emu plains
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Developed and maintained supportive relationships with clients and families.
- Coordinated community resources and services for client needs.
- Documented client progress and reported changes to the team.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care plans.
- Supported clients during medical appointments, advocating on their behalf when needed.
- Provided transportation for clients to various appointments or activities as required.
Disability Support Worker
Peckys disability services
Blacktown
02.2012 - 06.2014
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Supported individuals in community engagement and social participation programs.
- Implemented individualized support plans based on client needs and preferences.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and service delivery.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client support strategies.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to enhance client well-being.
Functions Coordinator
Emu Plains Sports Club
Emu Plains, NSW
05.2008 - 06.2012
- Created and maintained event budgets, tracked expenses and reconciled accounts.
- Organized and coordinated all aspects of events including logistics, catering, registration, audio and visual needs and signage.
- Planned menus and directed food service staff during events.
- Maintained accurate records of vendor invoices and payments.
- Facilitated communication between clients, vendors and other stakeholders related to the event.
- Identified potential issues that could affect the successful completion of an event.
- Resolved unexpected issues and emergencies during events, maintaining poise and ensuring participant satisfaction.
- Liaised with clients to understand their vision and requirements, customizing events to meet their specific needs.
- Developed timelines for each event to ensure deadlines were met in a timely manner.
Special learning support officer
Kurrambee SSP school
Werrington
02.2010 - 02.2012
- Supported student learning through effective classroom management and engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop individualized education plans for students.
- Assisted in creating a positive school environment through conflict resolution techniques.
Education
First Aid Certificate - First Aid
St Johns Ambulance
Central Coast, NSW 08.2025 - 08.2028
Certificate 4 in Disability - Disability Studies
Meadow Bank TAFE
Meadow Bank11-2015
Skills
- Recordkeeping proficiency
- Appointment management
- Medication organization
- Healthcare documentation
- Housekeeping skills
- Hygiene assistance
- Physical assistance
- Personal care assistance
- Healthcare resource support
- Health and safety
- Documentation skills
- Emotional support & companionship
- First-aid and CPR
- Mobility support
- Toileting assistance
- Goal setting and planning
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Client advocacy
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Assistive technology
- Personal care
- Independent living support
- Risk assessments
Certification
- Current WWC
- Current NDIS worker screening check
Timeline
First Aid Certificate - First Aid
St Johns Ambulance
08.2025 - 08.2028
Disability Support Worker
Aruma Disability Services
02.2018 - Current
Community Support Worker
Just better care
08.2014 - 08.2016
Disability Support Worker
Peckys disability services
02.2012 - 06.2014
Special learning support officer
Kurrambee SSP school
02.2010 - 02.2012
Functions Coordinator
Emu Plains Sports Club
05.2008 - 06.2012
Certificate 4 in Disability - Disability Studies
Meadow Bank TAFE