Tapiwa Mugwagwa
Australind,WA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Support Worker with two years of experience providing assistance and advocacy for individuals with disabilities in diverse settings, including residential care, community support, and rehabilitation services. Proven ability to empower individuals, enhancing client independence and quality of life through tailored support plans and empathetic communication. Committed to enhancing client well-being and fostering independence. Seeking to leverage skills and experience in a challenging new role to positively impact the lives of individuals in need.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
Activ Foundation
02.2024 - Current
- Facilitated community involvement by accompanying clients on outings and appointments
- Assisted clients in their ability to participate in social, recreational, and other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills and develop social relationships
- Successfully maintained all client's records and reports
- Conducted regular assessments and progress reports, allowing for timely adjustments to care strategies based on client needs
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care, reducing emergency incidents
- Facilitated daily living activities such as personal care and mobility assistance, enhancing clients’ daily routines and fostering greater self-sufficiency
- Conducted regular assessments to monitor progress and adapt support strategies, leading to an increase in client engagement in community activities
Community Support Worker
Farnorth Community Services
03.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted in maintaining safe and healthy environments for clients
- Conducted regular health assessments to monitor clients' health conditions
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure the provision of top-quality care for clients
- Developed strong rapport with clients, leading to improved emotional well-being and increase in self-reported happiness
- Organized skill-building activities that enabled clients to develop practical life skills, contributing to improved independence
- Implemented behaviour management techniques that reduced incidents of challenging behaviour by, fostering a more positive environment
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care plans, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving service delivery
- Engaged clients in recreational and social activities, promoting community involvement and enhancing social skills, leading to a rise in group participation
Support Worker
Focal Care Services
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided direct support to residents with disabilities in line with their care plan and goals, enhancing their daily living skills and increasing their autonomy
- Documented client progress meticulously, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and enhancing care delivery
- Provided compassionate support to residents with physical and intellectual disabilities, enhancing their quality of life through personalized care
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive support, contributing to an improvement in overall resident satisfaction
- Assisted in the development and execution of individualized activity plans, achieving an increase in resident engagement in therapeutic activities
Education
CPR -
RTS Training Group
11.2024
Assist Clients with Medication -
Activ Foundation
03.2024
Assist with Medication certificate -
Arizona College
11.2023
Certificate IV - Disability
Futuristic Training and Education Australia
06.2023
Certificate in Manual Handling -
Auscare Training Organisation
12.2022
Certificate in Provide in First Aid -
RTS Training Group
12.2022
Skills
- Person-Centred Care
- Effective Communication
- Crisis Intervention
- Team Collaboration
- Behaviour Management
- Activity Planning
- Empathy and Compassion
- Time Management
Certification
- Certified in First Aid and CPR
- Working with Children check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
Timeline
Support Worker
Activ Foundation
02.2024 - Current
Community Support Worker
Farnorth Community Services
03.2023 - 01.2024
Support Worker
Focal Care Services
01.2022 - 03.2023
Assist Clients with Medication -
Activ Foundation
Assist with Medication certificate -
Arizona College
Certificate IV - Disability
Futuristic Training and Education Australia
Certificate in Manual Handling -
Auscare Training Organisation
Certificate in Provide in First Aid -
RTS Training Group
- Certified in First Aid and CPR
- Working with Children check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
CPR -
RTS Training Group
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