Scott Henderson
Warnervale,NSW
Summary
Compassionate Direct Care Worker experienced in amputee rehabilitation and autism support. Fostered strong client relationships while ensuring health and safety compliance, enhancing client engagement through effective medication coordination and recreational facilitation. Committed to empowering clients to lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions and facilitating social activities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Carer
Breaking barriers disability services
Wyong
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients in personal care activities, promoting dignity and independence.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Provided daily support for clients with diverse disabilities at a community-focused service.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
- Facilitated recreational activities that increased client engagement and improved social skills.
- Provided companionship to reduce loneliness and isolation of elderly individuals.
- Encouraged client participation in community social activities, thereby fostering a sense of belonging.
- Transported clients to medical appointments and other errands.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Ensured a safe, clean environment by adhering to health and safety standards.
- Assessed safety hazards in the environment and made necessary modifications.
- Adapted quickly to challenging situations involving complex medical cases or difficult patient behaviors.
- Established strong, trusting relationships with clients and their families, enhancing overall care experience.
Skills
Personal care support
Medication coordination
- Experienced in diabetes medication administration
- Mobility assistance
- End-of-life care
- Physical therapy support
- Amputee rehabilitation expertise
- Health and safety compliance
- PPE usage
- First aid and CPR
- Recreational facilitation
- Community activities
- Social interaction
- Autism support
- Special needs care
- Activities of daily living
Affiliations
I enjoy fishing ,gym ,footy,soccer and cricket. Most sports in general.
Timeline
Carer
Breaking barriers disability services
03.2023 - Current