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Sarah-Jane Bell

Ipswich

Summary

A highly motivated and results-driven professional with Over 10 years of experience in Disability and Aged Care Support. Proven track record of success in providing nurturing, empathic and caring duties with a strong ability to communicate and support.

I am committed to delivering high-quality work and achieving organizational goals. Excellent communicator and team player, with a passion for continuous learning and professional development.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Support Worker

CPL
04.2010 - 12.2022
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
  • Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
  • Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
  • Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
  • Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.

Disability Support Worker

Centacare
07.2006 - 02.2007
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
  • Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.

Education

Certificate 2 Retail

Certificate 3 Hospitality

Certificate 3 Individual Support
Ashley Institution, Ipswich

Skills

  • Daily assistance coordination
  • Sanitation and organization tasks
  • Health risk management awareness
  • Documentation skills
  • Assistance with daily activities
  • Individual support plans
  • Dressing assistance
  • Creative thinking
  • Family communication
  • Emotional support
  • Transportation assistance
  • Social skills development
  • Time management
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Schedule preparation

Certificates

Active Police Check 

First Aid & CPR 

Blue Card 

Yellow Card 

NDIS Workers Screening 

Timeline

Support Worker

CPL
04.2010 - 12.2022

Disability Support Worker

Centacare
07.2006 - 02.2007

Certificate 2 Retail

Certificate 3 Hospitality

Certificate 3 Individual Support
Sarah-Jane Bell