Susanna McDonald
Glenorchy
Summary
Experienced Disability Support Worker at Mosaic Support Services, adept at following care plans and administering medication with precision. Skilled in complex behaviour management and providing compassionate emotional support, consistently enhancing client independence and well-being through tailored interventions and collaborative teamwork.
Knowledgeable about providing daily living support, preparing meals and assisting with personal mobility. Flexible with adapting to changing environments and learning on the job.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
33
33
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Mosaic Support Services
Hobart
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care.
- Supported individuals in developing life skills and achieving goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans.
- 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.
- Administered medication according to doctor's orders and monitored side effects.
- Maintained records of services provided, client progress, and goals achieved.
Disability Support Worker
Anglicare
Hobart
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care.
- Supported individuals in developing life skills and achieving goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate care plans.
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Mobile Tasmania Occupational Therapy
Kingston
06.2020 - 03.2021
Hospital Assistant
Acute Rehabilitation Unit
Hobart
01.2015 - 05.2019
Education
Working With Vulnerable People
Tasmanian Government
06.2020 - 03.2026
Tasmanian Drivers License -
Service Tasmania
05.2003 - 05.2029
Senior First Aid With CPR
First Aid Tasmania
02.2024 - 02.2024
Medication Refresher
Medecs Learning
04.2023 - 04.2023
Effective Communication
NDIS Quality And Safeguards Commision
04.2023 - 04.2023
Certificate III - Individual Support
Tafe Tasmania
Clarence , Tas 02.2021 - 07.2021
Assist Clients With Medication Skill Set
Tas Tafe
05.2021 - 05.2021
Year 12
Calvin Christian School
01.2003 - 02.2004
Skills
- Daily living assistance
- Care plan coordination
- Medication administration
- Behavior management
Timeline
Senior First Aid With CPR
First Aid Tasmania
02.2024 - 02.2024
Medication Refresher
Medecs Learning
04.2023 - 04.2023
Effective Communication
NDIS Quality And Safeguards Commision
04.2023 - 04.2023
Disability Support Worker
Mosaic Support Services
09.2022 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Anglicare
06.2021 - 02.2022
Assist Clients With Medication Skill Set
Tas Tafe
05.2021 - 05.2021
Certificate III - Individual Support
Tafe Tasmania
02.2021 - 07.2021
Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant
Mobile Tasmania Occupational Therapy
06.2020 - 03.2021
Working With Vulnerable People
Tasmanian Government
06.2020 - 03.2026
Hospital Assistant
Acute Rehabilitation Unit
01.2015 - 05.2019
Tasmanian Drivers License -
Service Tasmania
05.2003 - 05.2029
Year 12
Calvin Christian School
01.2003 - 02.2004