Renee Knight
Wodonga,VIC
Summary
Reliable support worker offering several-year background promoting client development in day program and group home settings. Skilled in facilitating physical and educational activities and monitoring client progress. Observant and patient team player with passion for helping others.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Independant Support Worker
Self Employed
Wodonga, VIC
2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Developed individualized support plans based on client preferences and requirements.
- Maintained clear communication with clients to ensure comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop care plans for clients.
- Supported clients in social activities to enhance their community engagement.
- Administered medications and monitored client health conditions as directed.
- Provided emotional support to clients, fostering a positive environment.
- Managed challenging behaviour from clients in a calm manner by utilising de-escalation techniques.
- Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community.
- Assisted clients with personal care, such as showering and dressing.
- Helped clients develop independent living skills, such as budgeting, cooking and cleaning.
Education
Diploma in Beauty/massage - Beauty And Massage
TAFE NSW
Albury, NSW01-2019
Skills
- Individualized support planning
- Medication administration
- Health monitoring
- Client care assessment
- De-escalation techniques
- Community engagement
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Personal errands
- Daily living assistance
- Transportation assistance
- Behavioral support
- Empathy and patience
- Housekeeping and laundry
- LGBTQ advocacy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Independant Support Worker
Self Employed
2023 - Current
Diploma in Beauty/massage - Beauty And Massage
TAFE NSW