Satsuki Sakuma
Mermaid Beach,Australia
Summary
Seeking a position as an Allied Health Assistant, leveraging my practical training, professional experience, and strong passion for supporting physical and emotional wellbeing for clients of all ages and backgrounds.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Ozcare
12.2022 - Current
- Part-time carer at an aged care facility
- Completed mentorship program and provided guidance to new staff as needed
Support Worker
Conexson
12.2022 - Current
- Casual worker supporting NDIS clients across Brisbane and the Gold Coast regions
Individual Support Worker
Wiggly Jet Pty Ltd
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Supported a client with Rett Syndrome in daily routines (bathing, toileting, medication, meals)
- Assisted with hydrotherapy and mobility exercises
- Facilitated social interaction and communication skills development
Educator
Little Seeds Early Learning Centre
08.2020 - 04.2022
- Delivered educational care to children aged 3–5
- Designed and implemented multicultural activities
- Provided personalized developmental feedback to families
Assistant Educator
Goodstart Early Learning
06.2019 - 12.2019
- Cared for infants, supporting early walking and emotional needs
- Delivered tailored developmental support
Tour Guide
Bonza Australia Pty Ltd
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Guided and supported school trips and exchange students from Japan around Brisbane and the Gold Coast
- Supported homestay and farm-stay arrangements
- Ensured a welcoming and safe experience for all students
Editorial Writer
Nichigo Press Pty Ltd
10.2018 - 10.2019
- Researched, photographed, and wrote articles for Japanese residents in Australia introducing local attractions and businesses
Senior Consultant
Fujitsu Research Institute
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Developed tourism initiatives to revitalize regional economies.
- Planned senior relocation projects to encourage migration from urban to regional areas.
- Collaborated with Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and local governments.
- Compiled reports based on demographic and economic data analysis.
- Led a 5-year internal organizational innovation project
Marketing Specialist
Thomson Reuters Professionals
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Managed marketing activities for the Intellectual Property & Science Division
- Organized academic conferences in the medical field
- Supported web marketing using Salesforce
Marketing and Training Coordinator
Nobel Biocare Japan Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Organized dental implant technical workshops and seminars
- Managed customer database via SAP and enhanced and analyzed seminar operations to reach sales
- Coordinated national and international dental exhibitions and conferences
Operator/Consultant
Citibank
09.2003 - 12.2005
- Provided foreign currency exchange services and ATM support
- Conducted buy/sell transactions for 13 currencies, adapting to exchange rate fluctuations.
Supervisor / Chief Coordinator
Japan Travel Bureau (JTB Corp.)
06.1995 - 08.2003
- Led overseas tours to 46+ countries
- Provided logistical support for international conferences and sports events, including the Olympics
- Planned and executed cultural exchange events in Hawaii, enhancing Japan-USA relations.
Education
Diploma - Community Services
Alana Kaye College
09.2026
Certificate IV - Allied Health Assistance
Alana Kaye College
04.2025
Certificate IV - Ageing Support
Alana Kaye College
01.2024
Certificate III - Individual Support
Alana Kaye College
12.2022
Advanced Diploma - Leadership and Management
Imagine Education Australia
12.2021
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE Queensland
04.2021
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE Queensland
12.2019
Bachelor of Arts - French and Francophone Studies
Shirayuri University
03.1995
Skills
- Daily living support (bathing, toileting, medication management, meal preparation, mobility support)
- Behavioral and emotional support
- Strong active listening and client-centered care approach
- Cross-cultural communication and relationship-building skills
- High-level communication skills in Japanese (native) and English (proficient)
- Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure
- Strong task execution and time management skills
- Certified in First Aid and CPR
- Holder of Blue Card
- Holder of Yellow Card
- Queensland Driver’s License
Summary of Experience
- In 2024, I completed 120 hours of clinical placement at Sinnamon Village (Jindalee) and 80 hours of social work placement with Let's Sort It Out.
- At Sinnamon Village, I assisted with hydrotherapy sessions, gym-based individual and group exercises under the delegation of Allied Health Professionals.
- I supported residents from adjacent partner facilities with:
- Fall prevention exercise classes
- Rehabilitation programs and Pool therapy for individuals with disabilities
- Parkinson's group regular exercise sessions
- GLAD Program (Good Life with Arthritis from Denmark) classes for osteoarthritis, improving muscle strength and joint movement.
- My experience as an elite marathon runner and triathlete, combined with personal injury and rehabilitation experiences, drives my commitment to supporting holistic, long-term health and wellbeing.
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Blue Card
- Yellow Card (NDIS Worker Screening)
- Queensland Driver’s License Holder
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant
Ozcare
12.2022 - Current
Support Worker
Conexson
12.2022 - Current
Individual Support Worker
Wiggly Jet Pty Ltd
04.2022 - 10.2022
Educator
Little Seeds Early Learning Centre
08.2020 - 04.2022
Assistant Educator
Goodstart Early Learning
06.2019 - 12.2019
Tour Guide
Bonza Australia Pty Ltd
06.2019 - 02.2020
Editorial Writer
Nichigo Press Pty Ltd
10.2018 - 10.2019
Senior Consultant
Fujitsu Research Institute
01.2012 - 01.2019
Marketing Specialist
Thomson Reuters Professionals
01.2008 - 01.2012
Marketing and Training Coordinator
Nobel Biocare Japan Inc.
01.2005 - 01.2008
Operator/Consultant
Citibank
09.2003 - 12.2005
Supervisor / Chief Coordinator
Japan Travel Bureau (JTB Corp.)
06.1995 - 08.2003
Certificate IV - Allied Health Assistance
Alana Kaye College
Certificate IV - Ageing Support
Alana Kaye College
Certificate III - Individual Support
Alana Kaye College
Advanced Diploma - Leadership and Management
Imagine Education Australia
Diploma - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE Queensland
Certificate III - Early Childhood Education and Care
TAFE Queensland
Bachelor of Arts - French and Francophone Studies
Shirayuri University
Diploma - Community Services
Alana Kaye College
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