Rhian Merrick
Meringandan West,QLD
Summary
Dedicated and hard worker with the ability to adapt and tackle any task at hand with enthusiasm. Proven ability to foster independence and respect in clients, work peers and superiors as well as following instruction in the workplace while implementing a strong sense of work ethic and time management.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Centred Care Support Services
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal dignity.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop individualized care plans.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care provided.
- Supported clients in social integration through community engagement activities.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure client well-being in various environments.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance understanding of disability support best practices.
- Developed rapport with clients, fostering trust and a supportive environment.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
Early Childhood Educator
Highfields Childcare Centre
04.2023 - 06.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to promote cognitive and emotional growth in children.
- Fostered a safe and inclusive classroom environment for diverse learners.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities that enhanced social skills and creativity.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's developmental needs and progress.
- Utilized observation techniques to assess individual learning styles and adapt strategies accordingly.
- Maintained organized records of children's assessments and progress reports.
- Assisted in creating educational resources that reinforced learning objectives effectively.
- Engaged in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching practices and methodologies.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
Army Supply Operator
Defence Force
10.2015 - 02.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Ability to follow instruction
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Proven leadership throughout job role
- Deployed on training operations for lengthy periods
Factory Production Worker
Ready Bake
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and adherence to safety standards.
- Assembled products with precision, maintaining high quality and consistency throughout the process.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime during operations.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment, identifying issues for prompt resolution and maintenance.
- Unloaded and loaded items from conveyors, machines, and conveyances.
- Carefully packaged finished products and prepared for shipment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a safe work environment for all employees through strict adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
Education
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education
TAFE QLD
QLD11-2024
Grade 12 Graduate -
Toowoomba State High School
Qld11-2009
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Communication
- Following instruction and leadership
- Team Work
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Centred Care Support Services
10.2024 - 06.2025
Early Childhood Educator
Highfields Childcare Centre
04.2023 - 06.2025
Army Supply Operator
Defence Force
10.2015 - 02.2022
Factory Production Worker
Ready Bake
01.2012 - 01.2015
Certificate III - Early Childhood Care And Education
TAFE QLD
Grade 12 Graduate -
Toowoomba State High School
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