Tanya Wright
Bundaberg,QLD
Summary
Caring Disability Support Worker skilled at working with individuals to help meet their there needs and goals. Supporting clients in daily living support, meal preparation and mobility assistance. Offers excellent interpersonal and communication skills developed through field experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Community Lifestyle Support
12.2021 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Managed and administered medications effectively for clients
- Implemented behaviour management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Advocated on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
Lead Educator and Assistant Director
Eastside Little Learners Childcare Centre
10.2008 - 02.2022
- Improved student performance by providing individualized feedback and adjusting teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units, enhancing students'' critical thinking skills across multiple subjects.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies, leading to improved retention rates and overall academic success for students.
- Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
- Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
Lead Educator
Star Kids Calliope
06.2005 - 08.2008
- Improved student performance by providing individualized feedback and adjusting teaching methods to meet diverse learning needs.
- Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary units, enhancing students'' critical thinking skills across multiple subjects.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies, leading to improved retention rates and overall academic success for students.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Avoca Little Angels
03.2005 - 07.2005
- Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
- Assisted lead teacher in developing and implementing comprehensive lesson plans, resulting in improved overall classroom performance.
- Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
- Collaborated with a team of educators to develop an inclusive curriculum that met the diverse needs of all students.
- Provided individualized support for children with special needs, enabling them to thrive in the classroom setting.
Education
Certificate 3 in Disability
Impact Community Services
Bundaberg 06.2021
Diploma in Children’s Services
Central Queensland TAFE
Gladstone 07.2007
Skills
- Independent Living Support
- Risk Assessments
- Personal Care
- Progress Documentation
- Daily Living Requirements
- Incident Reports
- Relationship Building
- Family Communication
- Emotional Support
- Disability Awareness
- Documentation skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Documentation And Reporting
- Client Confidentiality
- Lifestyle Support
- Palliative Care
- Daily living assistance
- Medication organization
- Meal Planning
- Client Transportation
- Mobility support
- Feeding Assistance
- Safety Management
- Grooming support
- Appointment management
References
Mike Male 0466668559
Andrew Bale 0493500715
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Community Lifestyle Support
12.2021 - Current
Lead Educator and Assistant Director
Eastside Little Learners Childcare Centre
10.2008 - 02.2022
Lead Educator
Star Kids Calliope
06.2005 - 08.2008
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Avoca Little Angels
03.2005 - 07.2005
Certificate 3 in Disability
Impact Community Services
Diploma in Children’s Services
Central Queensland TAFE
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