Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Selina Bissett

Devonport,TAS

Summary

Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Expert in Type disability support. Caring Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals living with Type issues. Versed in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience. Compassionate Job Title possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in Area of expertise. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available Number hours per week, weekends and evenings. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Multicap Tas
10.2021 - Current
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Designed individualized plans detailing daily activities and needs for patients.
  • Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.
  • Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
  • Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
  • Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Participated in clinical supervision to maintain professional development.

Disability Support Worker

Devonfield Enterprises
11.2009 - 08.2020
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.

Disability Support Worker

Anglicare Tasmania
06.2007 - 02.2009
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.

Office Assistant

RWTA Training
09.2005 - 12.2006
  • Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
  • Maintained and updated office records, both digital and physical.
  • Welcomed office visitors and alerted staff to arrivals of scheduled appointments.
  • Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date.
  • Ordered office supplies and kept office stocked with needed resources to operate smoothly.
  • Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
  • Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
  • Created purchase orders and tracked invoices to avoid missed or delayed shipments.
  • Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails and letters, to appropriate staff.

Education

Certificate III - Computer Operations / IT

TAFE Tasmania , Devonport, TAS

Certificate II - Security Operations

TAFE Tasmania , Devonport, TAS

Year 9 - High School

Devonport Tasmania , Devonport, TAS
1993

Skills

  • Medication Schedules
  • Social Sciences
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Client Direct Care
  • Mobilization Support
  • Client Transportation
  • Recordkeeping Proficiency
  • Patient Toileting
  • Companionship and Emotional Support
  • Meal Planning
  • Long-Term Care
  • Patient Transport
  • Medical Records Management
  • Lifestyle Support
  • Electronic Medical Record Software
  • Client Interactions
  • Computer Skills
  • Client Privacy
  • Seizure Management
  • Medical Appointment Scheduling
  • Desktop and Laptop Computers
  • Behavior Support Plans
  • Mobility Support
  • Special Dietary Requirements
  • Vital Signs Management
  • Creative Thinking
  • Youth Services
  • Bed Transfers
  • Daily Logs
  • Household Chores
  • Appointment Organization
  • Team Leadership
  • Household Management
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • Documentation Skills
  • Dietary Guidelines
  • Client Requirements
  • Safety Management
  • Grooming and Bathing
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Team Collaborating
  • Staff Meetings

Certification

- Medication endorsement

- first aid / CPR

- prior peg feed training /client based

- prior bowel care training / client based

- manual handling / client based

- youth / adult behavioural training

- BPAP - insulin training / client based



- current full drivers licence

Timeline

Disability Support Worker - Multicap Tas
10.2021 - Current
Disability Support Worker - Devonfield Enterprises
11.2009 - 08.2020
Disability Support Worker - Anglicare Tasmania
06.2007 - 02.2009
Office Assistant - RWTA Training
09.2005 - 12.2006
TAFE Tasmania - Certificate III, Computer Operations / IT
TAFE Tasmania - Certificate II, Security Operations
Devonport Tasmania - Year 9, High School

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