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Education
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Hobbies
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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.

Educated Support worker dedicated to providing assistance to individuals and families in need. Proficient in assessing individual circumstances, identifying resources and developing plans of action to deliver support. Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker/Instructor

Bayley House
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 behaviours 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 socialization and skill development

Community Aged Care Worker

Mercy Health
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
  • Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized care and support in their homes.
  • Contributed to improvement of community health by conducting regular home visits and assessments.

Education

CPR First Aid -

CPR First Aid
Melbourne, VIC
12.2023

Criminal History Check Certificate -

Checked.com
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 3081
08.2014

Certificate III Aged Care in Aged Care -

Box Hill Institute
465 Elgar Road, Box Hill VIC 3128
06.2013

Certificate III in Disability in Education of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities -

Box Hill Insitute
465 Elgar Road, Box Hill VIC 3128
06.2013

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
  • Personal Care
  • Appointment management
  • Meal Planning
  • Assessing needs
  • Relationship Building
  • Lifestyle Support
  • Recreational Activities
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Disability Services
  • Risk Assessments
  • Client Confidentiality

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.

Hobbies

Gardening, Cooking, Fishing, Movies, Bowling (lawn & ten pin), Markets, NGV & Art galleries, technology, dining out, travel, exploring Victoria.

Reference

Reference(s) will be provided upon request 

Timeline

Disability Support Worker/Instructor

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

Certificate IV in Disability in Education of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities -

Institute of Health And Nursing Australia

Certificate III Aged Care in Aged Care -

Box Hill Institute

Certificate III in Disability in Education of Individuals with Multiple Disabilities -

Box Hill Insitute
Richard Asher