Tammy Keppels
Wangaratta,VIC
Summary
Caring Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals living with disabilities. Versed in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience.
Dedicated to treating people with dignity and respect and allowing them choice and control.
Collaborative team player who thrives on teamwork and getting along.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
VMCH Disability And Aged Care
Wangaratta, VIC
11.2018 - Current
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
- Encouraged independence by teaching skills needed for everyday life.
- Provided assistance in the home environment including meal preparation and light housekeeping.
Family Day Care
Teacups & Trucks
09.2015 - Current
- Education of 0-6 year old children, Customer Service, Observing, Report Keeping, Documenting, Cash handling experience, Adhere to safe work practices, Time management skills, Responsibility, Computer literate, Communication Skills, Follow all Acts and Legislative requirements, Administering medication as per workplace policies and procedures, Safe food handling skills, House cleaning
Setting up Family Daycare
05.2015 - 09.2015
Aldi
12.2014 - 05.2015
- Cash handling skills, Teamwork, High quality Customer Service, Adhere to safe work practices, Follow Workplace policies and Procedures
Early Childhood Educator
Portland Child and Family Complex
01.2006 - 09.2014
- High quality customer service, Observation of children, Implementation of early childhood programs, Kitchen duties, safe food handling, Assisting children with personal hygiene and toileting, Attendance at meetings, Record keeping, Communication between parents and staff, Ensure a safe environment, Comply with workplace policies and procedures, Follow all Acts and Legislative requirements, Cleaning of the centre, Responsibility and supervision of children, Computer literate, Documenting
Education
Cert IV Disability - Disability Studies
Open Colleges
Sydney, NSW (Online Course)2024
Certificate iii Individual Support -
MP Training
Wodonga, VIC11.2018
Diploma of Children’s Services -
South West T.A.F.E
Warrnambool, VIC12.2012
Skills
- First Aid CPR AED (First Aid CPR AED)
- Housekeeping and meal preparation
- Individualised support plans
- Client Needs Assessment
- Daily Living Requirements
- Independent Living Support
- Quality Assessment
- Mobility support
- Computer Skills
- Feeding Assistance
- Personal Growth Support
- Disability Services
- Personal Care Assistance
- Flexible Schedule
- Documentation Skills
Certification
- NDİS Screening Check
- NDİS Orientation Module
- National Police Check
- Driver's License
- Cert III Individual Support
- Diploma Early Childhood Education
- Cert IV Disability (Currently Studying)
References
- Emma Cook
Former Coordinator VMCH Program
PH : 0409 293 699
- Sharon Dunn
Current work Colleague
PH: 0408 288 812
- Gail Benton
PH: 0438 216 280
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
VMCH Disability And Aged Care
11.2018 - Current
Family Day Care
Teacups & Trucks
09.2015 - Current
Setting up Family Daycare
05.2015 - 09.2015
Aldi
12.2014 - 05.2015
Early Childhood Educator
Portland Child and Family Complex
01.2006 - 09.2014
Cert IV Disability - Disability Studies
Open Colleges
Certificate iii Individual Support -
MP Training
Diploma of Children’s Services -
South West T.A.F.E
- NDİS Screening Check
- NDİS Orientation Module
- National Police Check
- Driver's License
- Cert III Individual Support
- Diploma Early Childhood Education
- Cert IV Disability (Currently Studying)
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