Saravina Dreti Cakau
Maleny
Summary
Professional caregiver with strong expertise in providing compassionate and efficient assistance to individuals. Skilled in personal hygiene care, meal preparation, and mobility support. Known for teamwork, reliability, and adaptability in dynamic environments. Adept at maintaining positive and supportive atmosphere, ensuring comfort and dignity for all.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Erowal Bluecare / Respect
10.2022 - 09.2025
- Provided compassionate personal care and support to clients, enhancing their daily living experiences.
- Assisted clients with mobility, ensuring safety during transfers and daily activities.
- Monitored client health conditions, promptly reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet client needs.
- Educated clients and families on health management strategies, fostering independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Private Nanny
Private Care
10.2016 - 02.2022
- Supervised daily activities to ensure safety and well-being of children.
- Developed engaging educational activities tailored to individual learning styles.
- Coordinated schedules and organized transportation for school and extracurriculars.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and needs.
Personal Support Worker
Home of Compassion
09.2010 - 09.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored and documented client health status to inform care plans.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, enhancing emotional support and trust.
- Trained new staff on best practices for personal care and safety protocols.
Caregiver
Private Care
03.2002 - 03.2009
- Provided compassionate care to clients, ensuring comfort and well-being in daily activities.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene, grooming, and mobility support to enhance independence.
- Developed tailored care plans based on individual needs and preferences for improved quality of life.
- Administered medications and monitored health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
Housekeeper
Private Care
01.1991 - 02.2002
- Performed routine cleaning tasks to maintain cleanliness and hygiene standards in assigned areas.
- Assisted in organizing supplies and equipment to ensure efficient workflow during housekeeping operations.
- Learned proper handling of cleaning tools and chemicals to promote safety and effectiveness in tasks.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities, demonstrating flexibility in addressing various cleaning needs.
Education
Age Care
Australia Pacific Training Coalition
Fiji01-2013
High School Diploma -
Stratford Career Institute
Washington DC01-2000
Skills
- Grooming assistance
- Emotional support
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Housekeeping tasks
- Dressing assistance
- Compassionate patient care
- Behavior redirection
- Light housekeeping
- Meal preparation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
- Volunteering
- Gardening
- Reading
- Swimming
- Music
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Erowal Bluecare / Respect
10.2022 - 09.2025
Private Nanny
Private Care
10.2016 - 02.2022
Personal Support Worker
Home of Compassion
09.2010 - 09.2016
Caregiver
Private Care
03.2002 - 03.2009
Housekeeper
Private Care
01.1991 - 02.2002
Age Care
Australia Pacific Training Coalition
High School Diploma -
Stratford Career Institute