SURAJ KARANJIT
Strathfield,NSW
Summary
I have achieved a high level of competency as an accomplished Physiotherapist overseas. Having arrived in Australia since 2019, I am actively pursuing a challenging career opportunity in the sectors of Disability and Aged Care where I can utilize my present qualifications and experience. I am confident that I would make a positive contribution to the lives of people with a disability and the supporting your team, whilst I am eager to learn, and progress my career in this dynamic industry.
I have a proven track record with LÁrche NSW as been a hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized support. Thereafter been promoted to the role of House Manager.
Caring and Versed in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed over the past two years in the field.
I have gained a good knowledge and experience with the NDIS. i have extended my knowledge and experience in Support Coordination, NDIS planning and review meetings and providing management to the supported accommodation service coordinating supports to the clients living within the household .
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker, House Manager
L’Arche NSW Incorporated
Sydney, NSW
07.2019 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean and hazard-free home environments.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing and toileting patients.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting and moving clients.
- Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
- Coordinated events for entire household, including holiday, Birthday parties and small gatherings.
Assistant Lecturer
Hope International College
Lalitpur, Nepal
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Worked as Assistant Lecturer and practical demonstrator of Anatomy and Physiology to certificate level nursing and radiography students.
- Developed easy and open rapport with students to encourage engagement and academic progress.
Physiotherapist
Leprosy Mission Nepal
Lalitpur, Nepal
10.2016 - 01.2018
- Worked as Physiotherapist with people affected by leprosy, orthopedic cases, amputees, people with disabilities.
- Providing training about Injury Management and disability prevention and also providing physiotherapy service during disability screening camps in rural earthquake affected areas.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans for patients dealing with injuries, chronic conditions and disabilities.
- Updated and maintained charts to reflect on patient progress and treatments.
- Assisted patients in recovering from injury, illness, and accidents.
- Implemented policies and procedures with utmost working ethics while communicating effectively to team members.
Physiotherapist
National Trauma Centre
Kathmandu, Nepal
11.2015 - 10.2016
- Worked as Physiotherapist in orthopedics, traumatology, Neurology, hand rehabilitation and burn.
- Provided treatment to patients suffering from sports-related injuries such as concussions, tennis elbow, pulled hamstrings or ligament tears to prevent loss of sensitivity as well mobility.
- Constructed physiotherapy treatment plans to increase functionality and strength.
- Taught chronic pain management techniques to assist patients in managing pain, including exercise, stretching and manual therapy techniques.
- Conducted clinical assessment and evaluation to determine patient needs.
- Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs.
- Organized physical exercise sessions for patients.
Education
Masters in Professional Accounting (MPA/MBA) - Accounting And Business Management
Holmes Institute
Sydney, NSW2021
Cert IV in Disability - Disability Studies
National Business Academy
Sydney, NSW2020
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) - Physiotherapy
Lovely Professional University
India2016
Certificate Level in Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
Kathmandu University
Nepal2009
Skills
- Ability to work with diverse people and follow safe work practices for direct client care
- Able to contribute to ongoing skills development using strengths-based approach
- Facilitate empowerment of people with disability
- Knowledge and experience with NDIA and NDIS Experience with NDIS planning meetings and SIL/ NDIS plan submissions to NDIA
- Coordination of supports for people with disability
- Provide individualized support and support independence and well-being
- Ability to comply with infection control and provide First Aid
- Capacity to undertake detailed work with high degree of accuracy and thoroughness
- Able to work in team or independently Proven ability to establish mutually beneficial relationships with people from diverse cultural backgrounds Strong leadership skills with ability to manage, supervise, direct, motivate and train team members
- High- level Computer Skills including Office 365, Excel, Word and PowerPoint Well organized with excellent time management skills, meeting deadlines consistently
- Client Needs Assessment
- Problem Solving
- Employee Work Scheduling
- Policy Enforcement
- Service Optimization
- Fire and Equipment Maintenance
Attributes
- Good Values driven
- Decisive
- Good verbal and written ability
- Punctual
- Respectful
Certification
• Certificate in First Aid (Expiring April 2022)
• Certificate in Basic Emergency Life Support and CPR(May 2022)
Additional Information
- Current Police Check (Expiry Date - April 2023)
- Working with Children Check (WWC1946935E - Expiry Date - 17/06/2024)
- Australian Unrestricted Driving License (Expiry Date - August 2025)
- NDIS Workers Screening Check (Expiry Date - April 2026)
References:
1. Name: Krishnee Nair
Position: Chief Executive Officer
Organization: LÁrche NSW
Email: sydney.leader@larche.org.au
Mobile: 0428 615 860
2. Name: Kumar Rasiah
Position: Board Chairperson
Organization: LÁrche NSW
Email: nkumarr@optusnet.com
Mobile: 0411 401 690
Timeline
Disability Support Worker, House Manager
L’Arche NSW Incorporated
07.2019 - Current
Assistant Lecturer
Hope International College
01.2018 - 11.2018
Physiotherapist
Leprosy Mission Nepal
10.2016 - 01.2018
Physiotherapist
National Trauma Centre
11.2015 - 10.2016
Masters in Professional Accounting (MPA/MBA) - Accounting And Business Management
Holmes Institute
Cert IV in Disability - Disability Studies
National Business Academy
Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) - Physiotherapy
Lovely Professional University
Certificate Level in Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
Kathmandu University
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