Shirlene Soutar
Chinchilla,QLD
Summary
Professional with strong background in providing compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities. Skilled in developing individualized care plans, implementing therapeutic activities, and ensuring client safety and well-being. Strong focus on team collaboration, effective communication, and adapting to changing needs. Reliable and results-driven, with commitment to enhancing clients' quality of life through empathetic and respectful care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Disability Support Worker
Self Employed Services
11.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
Disability Support Worker Team Leader
Evolving Support Services
12.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- 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.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
Community Aged Care Worker
Suncare Community Services
02.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and overall wellbeing.
- Provided compassionate companionship to clients, fostering a strong sense of community and belonging.
- Implemented fall-prevention strategies within clients'' homes to reduce risk of injury due to slips or trips.
- Monitored client health and reported changes or concerns to appropriate healthcare professionals in a timely manner.
Education
Diploma Community Services - Community Services
TAFE QLD
QLD03-2025
Skills
- Daily living assistance
- Problem-solving
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Personal care
- Independent living support
- Relationship building
- Documentation and reporting
- Client confidentiality
- Incident reports
- Meal planning
- Health and safety
- Computer skills
- Individual support plans
- Team leadership
- Safety management
Timeline
Independent Disability Support Worker
Self Employed Services
11.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker Team Leader
Evolving Support Services
12.2021 - 11.2023
Community Aged Care Worker
Suncare Community Services
02.2020 - 12.2021
Diploma Community Services - Community Services
TAFE QLD
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