Tenille Plummer
Bridgewater
Summary
Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualized patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments. Expert in Type disability support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Live Tasmania / genu
Hobart
10.2014 - Current
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed, utilizing de-escalation techniques and leveraging available resources for support.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Designed individualized plans detailing daily activities and needs for patients.
- Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to attend medical appointments or partake in social activities safely.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Implemented behavior management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioral and academic growth.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Education
HSC
Cosgrove High School
Hobart, TASSkills
- Independent Living Support
- Personnel Oversight
- Family Communication
- Referral Coordination
- Incident Reports
- Critical Thinking
- Personal Growth Support
- Household chores
- Daily living assistance
- Assistive Technology
- Elderly Care
- Heartsaver First Aid
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Conflict Negotiation
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Daily Living Requirements
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Palliative Care
- Progress Documentation
- Patient support
- Documentation skills
- Visiting patient homes
- Desktop and Laptop Computers
- Social Skills Development
- Disability Awareness
- Transportation Assistance
- Nursing Home Care Assistance
- Assessing needs
- Networking with staff
- Self-Care Promotion
- Feeding Assistance
- Client Confidentiality
- Safety Management
- Medication organization
- Emotional Support
- Disability Services
- Client Transportation
- Individual Support Plans
- Recreational Activities
- Meal Planning
- Life Skills Training
- Goal Setting
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Live Tasmania / genu
10.2014 - Current
HSC
Cosgrove High School