Sachin Mathew
Homebush,NSW
Summary
Dedicated Community Support Worker assisting people with disabilities or impairments to undertake everyday tasks and support well-being. Experienced in creating an interactive atmosphere to expedite supportive relationships. Solid vision of institutional goals, inspiring cooperation and teamwork.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Support Worker
Sunnyfield Disability Services
Guilford , NSW
11.2023 - Current
- Provided support to individuals with disabilities in activities of daily living.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills and independent living abilities.
- Participated in team meetings, providing input regarding client care plans.
- Facilitated recreational activities that encouraged socialization and skill development.
- Provided transportation for clients to various appointments or activities as required.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, services provided, and any issues encountered.
- Monitored medications and assisted with medication administration as needed.
- Created a safe environment by identifying potential risks and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Ensured the physical safety of each client through regular check-ins and monitoring of behaviors.
- Supervised community outings, enabling clients to achieve maximum personal independence.
- Followed and evaluated individualized support care plans to increase personal development.
Employment Support Mentor
Sunnyfield Disability Services
Guilford , NSW
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisting with supervision, prompting and motivational guidance of Participants at SLES training programs
- Assisting with End of Day notes, attendance sheets and preparation of programme materials
- Developing and understanding of the NDIS framework and the participants supported by this programme.
Process Worker
Sunnyfield Disability Services
Mount Druitt, NSW
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Maintained compliance with Warehouse health, safety, and environment practices
- Monitored machinery in operation to identify concerns and make corrections or report complex problems
- Prepared, boxed, and staged outgoing shipments
- Working alongside individuals with varying psychosocial and physical disabilities of all ages
- Using motivational coaching with supported employees who may need additional supports and creative problem solving when situations of conflict arise among coworkers
- Assisted in supervision of supported employees during times of supervisor's annual leave.
Student on Placement
Disability Services Australia
Mascot, NSW
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted in conducting training and Educational Workshops for Participants attending School Leavers Employment Services programme, providing motivational coaching and career counseling as needed
- Worked collaboratively as part of a team, comprising of Occupational Therapists, Employment Consultants and Students on placement, providing optimal employment results for participants attending SLES programme
- Interacted with a broad range of participants on the neurodiverse spectrum, maintaining cultural sensitivity, and practicing a person cantered approach
- Developed and updated existing programme materials, utilizing inputs and feedback from SLES participants, in doing so maximizing efficiency of materials presented
- Conducted Communication interviews and pre-employment interviews, maintaining detailed notes of information collected
- Conducted on job training for participants transitioning into the Assisted Disability Employment centre located within DSA Mascot site and support for participants working in the open market
- Developed an understanding of NDIS funding framework in regard to finding and maintaining employment
- Developed an understanding of behaviour support plans and daily medication management.
Researcher
Dementia Reframed
Sydney, NSW
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with leadership team to identify relevant questions and determine best methods of collection
- Interpreted data analysis results to draw inferences and conclusions
- Synthesized data, and wrote detailed reports, presenting research findings to internal stakeholders and external third parties such as the International Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics in their 22nd Online World Congress and attendees at the NSW Seniors Festival Expo 2022
- Determined areas of research to increase knowledge about the impact of COVID-19 on individuals living with Dementia in residential Aged Care and home Care facilities
- Developed data collection strategies (such as interacting with the aging community during the NSW Seniors Festival Expo 2022) and monitored data quality for optimal research results
- Analysed and interpreted patterns and trends
- Conducted document review, organization, and quality control of data acquisition to draw relevant conclusions and direct research activities
- Utilization of Microsoft tools to communicate with leadership team and for collection and presentation of data.
Lead Generator
Smart Energy Group
Wollongong, NSW
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Pitched products and services to potential customers, securing new deals and sales opportunities
- Met or exceeded monthly sales goals by using dynamic interpersonal and tried and true persuasion skills
- Developed and maintained lasting customer relationships through quick turnaround and strong communication skills
- Overcame objections using friendly, persuasive strategies
- Set up appointments with interested customers according to schedule availability
- Explained product prices and packages as well as answered questions and addressed concerns of customers
- Documented customer interactions and transactions, maintaining accurate records of all dealings
- Educated customers on product and service benefits, explaining features and answering questions
- Observed and learned changing customer requirements and adapted sales strategies as needed
- Implemented upselling techniques to increase revenue and move product
- Developed extensive knowledge of products and services to better assist customers
- Asked relevant questions to assist customers with selecting needed or requested products and services.
Education
Masters: Social Work Qualifying -
University of Western Sydney
04.2023
Bachelors of Commerce: Finance -
University of Wollongong
12.2018
Skills
- Client Needs Assessments
- Community Outreach
- Service Optimization
Certification
- 2022-10 Police check
- 2023-10 Working with Childrens Check Paid
- 2022-06 NDIS Workers Check
- 2023-02 First Aid and CPR Certification
Accomplishments
Symposium presentation at the 22nd Online World Congress held by the international Association of Gerontology and Geriatrics presenting my findings regarding the impact of COVID-19 on individuals living with Dementia in Residential Aged Care and Home care facilities.
Technical Profile
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Google docs
- Canva
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Hindi (Moderate)
- Malayalam (Moderate)
- Written Arabic
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Sunnyfield Disability Services
11.2023 - Current
Employment Support Mentor
Sunnyfield Disability Services
09.2023 - 11.2023
Process Worker
Sunnyfield Disability Services
04.2023 - 11.2023
Student on Placement
Disability Services Australia
06.2022 - 11.2022
Researcher
Dementia Reframed
01.2022 - 05.2022
Lead Generator
Smart Energy Group
02.2019 - 09.2019
Masters: Social Work Qualifying -
University of Western Sydney
Bachelors of Commerce: Finance -
University of Wollongong
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