SARAH PUIATTI
Burpengary East,QLD
Summary
Dedicated professional committed to empowering individuals with disabilities to reach personal goals and enhance quality of life.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ACCOMMODATION MANAGER
HAYLOH SUPPORT SERVICES
08.2021 - 04.2024
- Developed and implemented documents for client services, including shift reports and incident reports.
- Hired staff to ensure adequate coverage and support in SIL houses.
- Executed HR duties, including conducting emergency disaster drills and maintaining service check schedules.
- Onboarded new clients to facilitate smooth transitions into support services.
- Implemented Positive Behaviour Support Plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Maintained communication with clients, families, and Support Workers using work phone.
- Advocated for clients and families during meetings to address concerns effectively.
- Organised rosters to optimise staffing resources across SIL accommodation houses.
HOUSE COORDINATOR
MY LIFE SUPPORT SERVICES
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained communication among clients, families, and Support Workers via work phone.
- Facilitated meetings with clients and families to address needs.
- Advocated for clients and families to ensure optimal support.
- Applied a person-centered approach to match clients with suitable Support Workers.
- Organised rosters to ensure adequate staffing.
- Developed and implemented programs for SIL accommodation houses.
- Authored Individual Support Plans to guide service delivery.
- Coordinated team meetings and conducted performance reviews.
SUPPORT WORKER
UNITING CARE COMUNITY
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided personal care and support according to individualized care plans.
- Facilitated social outings to enhance community engagement and interaction.
- Conducted cleaning duties to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
- Documented incident reports and observation notes for compliance and quality assurance.
- Trained in hoisting techniques to ensure safe mobility assistance.
- Completed restrictive practice training to manage challenging behaviors effectively.
- Utilized AAC communication devices to support individuals with communication challenges.
TEAM LEADER
COMMUNITY LIVING AUSTRALIA
02.2018 - 08.2019
- Maintained communication between clients, families, and Support Workers via work phone.
- Facilitated meetings with clients and families as required.
- Advocated for clients and families to ensure their needs were met.
- Implemented person-centered approaches to assign appropriate Support Workers to each client.
- Organized rosters to optimise staffing efficiency.
- Developed and executed programs for Day Options and accommodation houses.
- Authored Individual Support Plans tailored to client requirements.
- Coordinated team meetings and liaised with allied health services, medical professionals, government agencies, and NDIS.
Education
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY R-7 AND SPECIAL EDUCATION)/ BACHELOR OF DISABIITY STUDIES -
Flinders University
Adelaide, SA12.2017
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tenison Woods College
12-2012
Skills
- Client onboarding
- Positive behaviour support
- Individual support planning
- Staff recruitment
- Emergency management
- Incident reporting
QUALIFICATIONS
- DCSI Clearance
- First Aid/CPR Certificate
- Full Australian License
- Current Yellow Card
- Current Blue Card
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ACCOMMODATION MANAGER
HAYLOH SUPPORT SERVICES
08.2021 - 04.2024
HOUSE COORDINATOR
MY LIFE SUPPORT SERVICES
05.2020 - 08.2021
SUPPORT WORKER
UNITING CARE COMUNITY
11.2019 - 05.2020
TEAM LEADER
COMMUNITY LIVING AUSTRALIA
02.2018 - 08.2019
BACHELOR OF EDUCATION (PRIMARY R-7 AND SPECIAL EDUCATION)/ BACHELOR OF DISABIITY STUDIES -
Flinders University
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tenison Woods College