Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Shirlene Attwood

Ipswich / Brassall ,QLD
Shirlene  Attwood

Summary

Hi I'm Shirl I’m a mature aged individual support worker actively seeking employment,I would like to be considered for employment within your company.I'm very diligent worker I would be a good asset to any team, outside of being a individual Support Worker i have had many years of experience raising a large family .I have volunteered my time to others and have assisted people get out into the community and have also assisted them around their homes. The ability to help people live a fulfilling life is such a rewarding experience and opportunity, I’m available to start work immediately if selected I’m also current with my Police Check,NDIS Workers Screening Check,Blue Card,I have a Current Drivers License own vehicle & Full comp Insurance I have attached my resume .If you have any questions about my application, please don’t hesitate to contact me. I look forward to having further discussions with you of any job opportunities within your company.

Overview

4
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

Euphoria Supports & Cleaning Services

Individual Support Worker
11.2023 - 04.2024

Job overview

  • Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized and compassionate care in daily activities.
  • Maintained a safe and clean living environment for clients through housekeeping tasks and organization.
  • Provided emotional support to clients during challenging situations or periods of change.
  • Communicated effectively with family members regarding updates on client status, concerns, or achievements.
  • Implemented adaptive strategies and assistive devices for enhanced communication, mobility, and functioning within the home setting.
  • Supported clients in maintaining personal interests or hobbies, fostering a sense of purpose and engagement.
  • Utilized detailed documentation practices to maintain accurate records of services provided and progress observed.
  • Assisted clients in navigating transportation options for increased autonomy in attending appointments or community events.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of individual support work.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Individual Support Services

Home Instead Care (Age Care & Disablities)
08.2023 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Enhanced communication between employees and supervisors by promptly reporting any safety concerns or incidents.

• Communicating with clients when on service what their needs are and how they would like it done.

• Taking clients to medical appointments, shopping and to social events.

• Engaging with the clients family and friends when they come to visit.

Tarampa Assist

Individual Support Worker
11.2019 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.

Education

Aspire To Succeed
Ipswich, QLD

Certificate IV from Mental Health

University Overview

The Learning Collaborative
Ipswich, QLD

Certificate III from Individual Support
10.2019

University Overview

Heatley Secondary College
Heatley, QLD

from Secondary Education
12.1983

University Overview

Skills

  • Mobility Assistance
  • Basic Housekeeping
  • Meal Preparation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Incident Reporting
  • Progress Documentation
  • Verbal and Written Communication Skills
  • Strong Ethics
  • PPE Usage
  • Medication Administration
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Time Management
  • COVID-19 Safety Policies
  • Multitasking and Organization
  • Hoyer Lifting Equipment
  • Behavioral Management
  • Patient Management

Additional Information

Additional Information

Australian citizen ,fully vaccinated and I own a reliable vehicle that is fully insured.

Certification

• Statement Of Attainment

Assist Clients With Medication

HLTHPS006


• Statement Of Attainment

HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

HLTAID010 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support

HLTAIDO11 Provide First Aid

HLTAID012 Provide First Aid in an education and care setting.


• Certificate Of Completion

Standard Mental Health First Aid Course.


• Cert 111 individual supports

Timeline

Individual Support Worker
Euphoria Supports & Cleaning Services
11.2023 - 04.2024
Home Instead Care (Age Care & Disablities)
Individual Support Services
08.2023 - 10.2023
Individual Support Worker
Tarampa Assist
11.2019 - 07.2022
Aspire To Succeed
Certificate IV from Mental Health
The Learning Collaborative
Certificate III from Individual Support
Heatley Secondary College
from Secondary Education
Shirlene Attwood