Richard Asher
Balwyn,VIC
Summary
Hardworking employee with exceptional customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Dedicated Disability Support Worker skilled at managing appointments, administering medication, personal care needs and accessing the community.
Excellent organizational skills with hardworking mentality and caring approach. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and meaningful experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Bayley House
Brighton, Victoria
10.2013 - 11.2023
- Improved client and staff engagement through group activities
- Organized recreational and educational activities for clients according to individual needs
- Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals
- Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques
- Communicated regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved guided by NDIS requirements
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish NDIS service goals
- Supervised community outings, enabling clients to achieve maximum personal independence
- Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns
- Facilitated recreational activities that encouraged fun, socialization and skill development
Community Aged Care Worker
Mercy Health
Parkville, Victoria
03.2013 - 01.2014
- Utilized data and experience to coordinate patient care and rehabilitation
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care
- Coordinated end-of-life care plans including palliative care options when necessary
- Provided assistance to elderly clients with their daily activities such as bathing, dressing and grooming
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity
- Monitored and evaluated client progress compared to measurable treatment and care plan goals
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands
Education
CPR First Aid -
CPR First Aid
12.2023
Criminal History Check Certificate -
Checked.com.au
12.2023
Certificate IV in Disability in Education of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities -
Institute of Health And Nursing Australia
597 Upper Heidelberg Road, Heidelberg VIC 308108.2014
Certificate III in Disability in Education of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities -
Box Hill Insitute
465 Elgar Road, Box Hill VIC 312806.2013
Certificate III Aged Care in Aged Care -
Box Hill Institute
465 Elgar Road, Box Hill VIC 312806.2013
Skills
- Goal Setting and Planning
- Individual Support Plans
- Client Needs Assessment
- Family Communication
- Incident Reports
- Progress Documentation
- Personal Care Assistance
- Medication Schedules
- Documentation Skills
- Grooming Support
- Computer Skills
- Behavior Support Plans
- Relationship Building
- Lifestyle Support
- Recreational Activities
- Positive Reinforcement
- Disability Services
- Risk Assessments
- Client Confidentiality
- First-Aid and CPR
Accomplishments
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions focused on building social skills and fostering a sense of community among clients.
- Coordinated and facilitated family meetings to promote effective communication and decision-making regarding client care.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with local healthcare providers and organizations, enhancing collaboration and referral processes.
- Assisted individuals in developing independent living skills, leading to a 15% increase in self-sufficiency.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Bayley House
10.2013 - 11.2023
Community Aged Care Worker
Mercy Health
03.2013 - 01.2014
CPR First Aid -
CPR First Aid
Criminal History Check Certificate -
Checked.com.au
Certificate IV in Disability in Education of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities -
Institute of Health And Nursing Australia
Certificate III in Disability in Education of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities -
Box Hill Insitute
Certificate III Aged Care in Aged Care -
Box Hill Institute
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