Rebecca Howarth
Wallaga Lake,NSW
Summary
Dynamic Disability Support Worker with proven leadership at Empower Living Disability Services. Expert in behavioral management and medication administration, fostering independence and well-being in clients. Adept at multitasking and conflict resolution, I build strong rapport with clients and families, ensuring comprehensive support and positive outcomes in daily living activities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker/ Team Leader
Empower Living Disability Services
Narooma
03.2022 - Current
- Delivered compassionate support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing their daily activities and overall quality of life.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Facilitated recreational activities to promote social engagement and well-being.
- Provided transportation for clients to appointments, social events, and activities.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
- Maintained comprehensive records of services provided to clients, ensuring accurate documentation and continuity of care.
Disability Support Worker
Independent
Bega, Australia
11.2021 - Current
- Supported individuals in daily living activities and personal care to enhance their independence.
- Supported clients in community integration through social and recreational activities.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
- Documented client interactions and care provided to ensure continuity and quality of support.
- Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
- Communicated regularly with families of participants regarding care plans and updates.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Helped participants access community resources such as housing options or job training programs.
Disability Support Worker
With Not 4
Moruya, Australia
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Tracked client progress and communicated changes to the care team to ensure timely support.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Coordinated communication between caregivers and clients to address health concerns and improve well-being.
- Facilitated community integration for clients through engaging social and recreational activities.
- Facilitated communication between nonverbal individuals using sign language or other methods.
Disability Support Worker
Blacksheep Care Services
Nowra, Australia
07.2020 - 11.2021
- Assisted with therapies, including gross motor and water therapies, to enhance clients' physical abilities.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Supported clients in maintaining daily living standards through personal hygiene assistance.
- Supported clients in community integration through social and recreational activities.
Education
First Aid Certificate -
Just First Aid
Narooma, NSW05-2023
Certificate III - Individual Support
South Coast Careers College
Merimbula, NSW06-2021
Skills
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
- Risk assessments
- Work under pressure
- Multitasking
- Leadership Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Ability to Multitask
- Adaptability
- Communication Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Goal setting and planning
- Behavioral management
- Goal planning
References
- Belinda McCarthy, belindamccarthy@roundsquared.net.au, 0461346487
- Jo Rodie, 0458006620
- Francesca King, francescaking@msn.com, 0420877540
Timeline
Disability Support Worker/ Team Leader
Empower Living Disability Services
03.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Independent
11.2021 - Current
Disability Support Worker
With Not 4
02.2021 - 11.2023
Disability Support Worker
Blacksheep Care Services
07.2020 - 11.2021
First Aid Certificate -
Just First Aid
Certificate III - Individual Support
South Coast Careers College