SHEILA CHEROP
Summary
A compassionate support worker who possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in caregiving, collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available 24 hours per week, weekends and evenings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability support worker
COCOON SDA CARE
10.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
Personal Care Assistant
BENETAS AGED CARE
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Personal care assistance; help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for individuals who may have physical limitations
- Mobility support; assist individuals with disabilities in moving around, transferring from one place to another, and using mobility aids such as wheelchairs or walkers
- Medication management; responsible for administering medications according to prescribed schedules and ensuring individuals take their medications safely and as directed
- Emotional support; provide emotional support and companionship to individuals with disabilities, offering a listening ear and encouragement to promote mental well-being
- Assistance with daily tasks; includes household chores, meal preparation, shopping and aiming to help individuals maintain a clean and organized living environment
- Health monitoring; observing for any changes or signs of health issues and communicating with healthcare professionals as needed
- Documenting and reporting; maintain accurate records of the care provided, including daily activities, observations etc
Disability support worker
IN CARE HOME SERVICES
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisting residents with nutritional needs and proper fluid requirements
- Assist residents in transferring, transportation, and mobility services
- Participating in documentation of activities and reports as required
- Laundry, changing bed linen, and proper organization of supplies
- Cleaning resident's rooms, bathrooms, equipment's and cleaning other designated areas
- Facilitating and participating in community access program with the residents
- Provide reassurance and comfort to clients during the time of care
Volunteer Caregiver
Living Room Senior Centre
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
Education
Certificate IV in Individual Support (Disability) -
Skills
Daily living assistance
Housekeeping and meal preparation
Personal Care
Health and safety
Independent Living Support
Computer Skills
Medication organization
Relationship Building
Keyskillssummary
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Time management and multi-tasking skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Planning, Organizational and Problem Solving skills.
- Leadership and Mobilization Skills.
Personal Qualifications
- Certificate IV in Individual Support (Disability)
- First Aid and CPR
- Medication Competency Certificate
- Current police clearance certificate
- Working with children check
- NDIS screening check
References
Referees upon request.
Hobbies and Interests
- Riding Bicycles
- Making friends and socialisation
- Volunteer work, social and communal work to network and make a difference
Timeline
Disability support worker
COCOON SDA CARE
10.2023 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
BENETAS AGED CARE
01.2023 - 05.2024
Disability support worker
IN CARE HOME SERVICES
04.2022 - 10.2022
Volunteer Caregiver
Living Room Senior Centre
12.2021 - 04.2022
Certificate IV in Individual Support (Disability) -
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