Sally Jefferies
Burpengary,QLD
Summary
Accomplished Disability Support Worker with extensive experience at New Direction Care, adept in risk assessments and providing independent living support. Excelled in developing individualized care plans, enhancing patient well-being, and fostering independence. Demonstrated strong communication skills and a commitment to professional development, achieving significant improvements in patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Allcare Support Services
06.2023 - Current
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Designed individualized plans detailing daily activities and needs for patients.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
Disability Support Worker
Spectrum Disability Services
03.2021 - Current
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
- Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospital setting.
- Developed individual treatment plans and provided counseling to patients.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
AIN and Aged Care Disability Support Worker
New Direction Care
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
Education
GED -
Kirana College
Strathpine, QLD06.2019
Skills
- Risk Assessments
- Client Needs Assessment
- Independent Living Support
- Disability Services
Referees
Ammie Paasi TEAM LEADER Mobile 0424046758
Rae Shultz. HOUSE SENIOR Mobile 0421785364
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Allcare Support Services
06.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Spectrum Disability Services
03.2021 - Current
AIN and Aged Care Disability Support Worker
New Direction Care
09.2019 - 03.2021
GED -
Kirana College
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