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SUMIRAN THAPA

SUMIRAN THAPA

Hobart,TAS

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Mental Health and Disability Support Worker with over 2 years of diverse experience across community, residential, and home care settings in NSW and Tasmania. Proven ability to support clients with complex needs including Autism, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, and neurological conditions like Wilson’s Disease and Multiple Sclerosis. Skilled in person-centred care, behaviour support, stakeholder engagement, health monitoring, and client advocacy. Holds strong communication and interpersonal skills, supported by relevant qualifications, NDIS training, and hands-on leadership in support and outreach roles.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Support Worker

Innovative Care
Hobart, TAS
07.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment following health and safety regulations.
  • Communicated effectively with families about client needs and progress updates.
  • Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
  • Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
  • Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
  • Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.

Client Engagement Officer

Sunhubs Care Services
Wynyard, TAS
05.2025 - Current
  • Built and maintained positive relationships with NDIS clients, families, and support coordinators.
  • Assisted new clients with onboarding, explaining services like SIL, Community Participation, and Respite.
  • Acted as the main point of contact, ensuring quick responses to client needs and concerns.
  • Collected feedback to improve service delivery and enhance participant satisfaction.
  • Worked closely with care staff and management to personalise support plans.
  • Maintained accurate records of client communications and engagement activities.
  • Promoted new services and helped with participant retention and growth.

Home Care Worker

Vital Home and Health Services
Hobart, TAS
05.2025 - Current
  • Personal Care: Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
  • Medication Management: Ensure medications are taken as prescribed and set up reminders.
  • Mobility Support: Assisting individuals with physical mobility, including walking and transferring. Using mobility aids (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers) effectively and safely.
  • Supporting individuals during transfers in and out of beds, chairs, or vehicles.
  • Health Monitoring: Regularly check blood pressure and document changes in the client’s condition.
  • Nutrition and Meal Preparation: Prepare meals that meet dietary restrictions and encourage hydration.
  • Cognitive Support: Engage in conversation and activities that stimulate memory and cognitive function.
  • Vision Support: Assist with tasks affected by macular degeneration and use adaptive communication aids.
  • Safety Measures: Implement fall prevention strategies and keep emergency contacts accessible.
  • Emotional and Social Support: Provide companionship and encourage social interactions for improved well-being.

Community Support Professional

Just Better Care
Mascot, NSW
10.2024 - 06.2025
  • Provided individualised and person-centred support to customers, enabling them to live independently and safely in their own homes.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks including bathing, grooming, dressing, and toileting, always ensuring dignity and respect.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and supported customers with feeding and hydration as needed.
  • Performed light domestic duties such as cleaning, laundry, and household organisation to maintain a safe living environment.
  • Offered reliable transportation to medical appointments, social outings, and community activities.
  • Monitored customers’ physical and emotional wellbeing, reporting any changes or concerns to the coordinator and/or Package Manager.
  • Followed care plans and worked collaboratively under the supervision of medical professionals and care teams.
  • Supported clients in health and wellness activities to enhance quality of life and promote independence.
  • Maintained accurate records and always adhered to organisational policies and procedures.
  • Delivered care services with empathy, respect, and professionalism, in line with Just Better Care’s standards and values.

Senior Support Worker

Rewilding Minds
Auburn, NSW
03.2025 - 05.2025
  • Assist with Daily Living: Help with personal care, meals, medications, and routines.
  • Behaviour and Emotional Support: Manage anxiety, PTSD triggers, and provide emotional reassurance.
  • Communicate Effectively: Use clear, patient communication, especially for clients with Autism.
  • Document and Report: Keep accurate notes on care, behaviour changes, and incidents.
  • Ensure Health Monitoring: Observe physical and mental health (e.g., symptoms of Wilson’s Disease).
  • Foster Safety: Follow safety plans and manage risks like self-harm or aggression.
  • Guide Social Participation: Support clients in engaging with community and social activities.
  • Help Advocate: Respect client choices, protect rights, and support care planning.

Disability Support Worker

Peace United Care Pvt Ltd
Liverpool, NSW
07.2023 - 03.2025
  • Providing Personal Care: Assisting individuals with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance.
  • Utilize personalized support plans for participants with challenging behaviours, high physical support needs, or complex mental health issues.
  • Emotional Support: Offering companionship, empathy, and encouragement to individuals, and providing emotional support during challenging times.
  • Medication Management: Administering medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals and ensuring individuals take their medications on time.
  • Household Assistance: Assisting with light housekeeping tasks such as meal preparation, laundry, and cleaning to maintain a safe and hygienic living environment.
  • Support with Daily Activities: Helping individuals with tasks such as shopping, managing finances, attending appointments, and participating in recreational activities.
  • Behaviour Management: Implementing strategies to support individuals with behavioural challenges and promoting positive behaviours.
  • Advocacy: Acting as an advocate for individuals to ensure their rights and preferences are respected and advocating on their behalf to access necessary services and resources.
  • Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of care provided, including progress notes, incident reports, and care plans.
  • Communication: Collaborating with healthcare professionals, family members, and other support staff to ensure continuity of care and effective communication.

Support Worker/Personal Carer

Unidex Health Care
Mortdale, NSW
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assistance with personal care, washing, drying, dressing, grooming.
  • Using mobility aids (e.g., wheelchairs, walkers) effectively and safely.
  • Assistance with domestic tasks at the house like cleaning and laundry assistance.
  • Meal Preparation, Eating and drinking assistance to the client.
  • Monitor the safety and wellbeing of participants and report any concerns to your direct manager.
  • Ensure completion of appropriate documentation, including progress notes, relevant daily charts, incident reports, and communication books.

Support Worker

Support Foundation
Roselands, NSW
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provided emotional and practical support to vulnerable adults with mental challenges.
  • Organised leisure activities for clients in the community.
  • Accompanied clients to medical appointments and assisted them with their daily needs.
  • Monitored client wellbeing and reported any changes or concerns to relevant staff members.
  • Conducted risk assessments on behalf of service users who were deemed at risk of harm or exploitation.
  • Encouraged service users to participate in social activities that promoted their physical health and mental wellbeing.
  • Administered medication according to company guidelines whilst monitoring its effectiveness.

Education

Mater - Information System

CIM
Sydney
07-2025

Assistant in Nursing -

Advance College
Sydney, NSW
11-2024

Certificate IV - Ageing Support

Advance College
Sydney
09-2023

BBA -

Kathmandu University
Kathmandu, Nepal

Skills

  • Client engagement
  • Personal care
  • Emotional support
  • Health monitoring
  • Medication management
  • Effective communication

Training Documents

  • First Aid Training Certificate
  • CPR Training Certificate
  • RWVP
  • NDISWC
  • WWCC
  • Police Check
  • Australian Drivers Licence
  • Manual Handling Certificate
  • NDIS Modules

Working Rights

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  • Driving License: Australian Drivers Licence
  • Availability: Full Time
  • Visa Status: Full Work Rights

References

Available on Request

Availability

Full Time

Timeline

Disability Support Worker

Innovative Care
07.2025 - Current

Client Engagement Officer

Sunhubs Care Services
05.2025 - Current

Home Care Worker

Vital Home and Health Services
05.2025 - Current

Senior Support Worker

Rewilding Minds
03.2025 - 05.2025

Community Support Professional

Just Better Care
10.2024 - 06.2025

Support Worker/Personal Carer

Unidex Health Care
04.2024 - 08.2024

Disability Support Worker

Peace United Care Pvt Ltd
07.2023 - 03.2025

Support Worker

Support Foundation
07.2023 - 01.2024

Mater - Information System

CIM

Assistant in Nursing -

Advance College

Certificate IV - Ageing Support

Advance College

BBA -

Kathmandu University
SUMIRAN THAPA