Shona Reich
Disability Support Worker/ Beauty Therapist
Sunshine Coast,QLD
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 Physical & Mental disability support.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Sunshine Coast Plan Managers
Maroochydore , Qld
08.2019 - Current
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Designed individualized plans detailing daily activities and needs for patients.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
Nail Technician
Self Employed Services
Maroochydore , Qld
02.2010 - Current
- Providing hair colorwork by applying base colors and toners.
- Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
- Sterilizing nail , waxing & cutting equipment
- Minimized infection risks by using required solutions and procedures to clean and sanitize tools.
- Sanitized workstation and stocked assigned workspace to facilitate general office and spa cleaning.
- Applied manicures and pedicures following color and style preference of client to enhance aesthetics and groom nails.
- Offered advice and recommended products to improve and maintain nails.
- Used acrylics, gels and glitters to create custom nail art designs for clients.
- Registered customer information on database to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Treated, prepared, and maintained clients' nails on both hands and feet.
- Shaped and smoothed nails and extensions using tools such as files and rotary abrasive wheels.
- Administered polishes, creams and cuticle oils.
- Grew repeat client base through effective marketing and customer service.
- Practiced highest standards of sanitation and sterilization of salon equipment.
- Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Completed consultations with spa guests to determine nail care needs.
- Prepared nail beds and cuticles, shaped nails and applied polish.
- Styled hair, makeup and nails for customers for special events and occasions.
- Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
- Attended hair shows, classes and seminars to stay up-to-date on latest trends.
- Used social media platforms to promote salon and services.
- Offered professional cuts, color services and extensions to salon customers.
- Scheduled Number return clients and handled Number walk in customers daily.
- Advised clients on proper home-care regimens.
- Waxed Number clients various bodies using soft and hard waxes.
Education
Cert 3 Disability/support Worker - Disability Studies
Sunshine Coast Tafe
Mooloolabah, QLD 06.2020 - 07.2021
Diploma Of Beauty - Beauty Therapy
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
Sunshine Coast Tafe Qld 08.2019 - 08.2020
Skills
Daily living assistance
undefinedTimeline
Cert 3 Disability/support Worker - Disability Studies
Sunshine Coast Tafe
06.2020 - 07.2021
Disability Support Worker
Sunshine Coast Plan Managers
08.2019 - Current
Diploma Of Beauty - Beauty Therapy
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
08.2019 - 08.2020
Nail Technician
Self Employed Services
02.2010 - Current
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