Samantha Coughlin
Inglewood,VIC
Summary
Experienced Disability Support Worker skilled in providing daily living assistance and enhancing client well-being. Expertise in client advocacy and effective communication ensures comprehensive support for individuals with disabilities. Proficient in meal preparation and mobility assistance, fostering independence and dignity in care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Larche
Bendigo, Vic
11.2021 - Current
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and personal care.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Facilitated independence by teaching essential life skills, empowering clients to perform daily activities confidently.
- Delivered emotional support through active listening and compassionate interactions to foster client trust and well-being.
- Assisted clients in community engagement and social activities for enhanced inclusion.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for clients.
- Monitored client progress and communicated behavioral or health changes to supervisor for timely adjustments in care.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders and monitored side effects.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and support staff for effective care.
- Communicated regularly with families of disabled individuals regarding care plans and updates.
- Facilitated communication between caregivers and clients regarding current issues or concerns related to client's health status or well-being.
- Facilitated safe transitions for clients between beds and wheelchairs to enhance comfort.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary client care and daily function assistance.
- Participated in team meetings with supervisors, doctors, nurses, therapists.
Education
Diploma of Management
Aspin Training
Deakin ACT05-2010
Cert 4 in Dsability Work
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Melbourne, VIC06-2005
Skills
- Disability advocacy
- Client advocacy
- Patient support
- Compassionate care
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Time management
Certificate of Completion
NDIS - Certificate of Completion Date of Issue
- Incident Management and Reporting 19 May 2026
- Professional Boundaries 14 May 2026
- Medication Administration, Incidents & Documentation 06 May 2026
- First Response evacuation Instruction 05 May 2026
- Emergency & Disaster Management 18 April 2026
- Manual Handling for Disability Support Workers 16 April 2026
- Infection Prevention Control 16 April 2026
Certification
- Current Victorian Drivers Licence
- Current First Aid Certificate 9 May 2026
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Larche
11.2021 - Current
Diploma of Management
Aspin Training
Cert 4 in Dsability Work
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE