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Teresia MaraiaWasabalavu Turagaiviu

Gracemere,QLD

Summary

Dedicated Personal Care Assistant and Hospitality Team Member with a proven track record at Healthx and Bluecares. Expert in providing emotional support and housekeeping tasks, enhancing client and guest satisfaction. Demonstrated ability to improve efficiency and foster relationships, achieving a significant increase in customer retention. Skilled in compassionate caregiving and effective communication.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

Healthx
04.2022 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.

Hospitality Team Member

Bluecares
04.2022 - Current
  • Worked closely with the kitchen team to ensure prompt delivery of food orders during busy periods in the restaurant area.
  • Maintained clean and organized public areas, contributing to a positive atmosphere for both guests and staff.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service and addressing guest concerns promptly.
  • Provided support to other team members during peak periods, ensuring seamless guest experiences and overall operational efficiency.
  • Conducted regular inventory checks for supplies to prevent stock shortages that could affect daily operations negatively.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs aimed at enhancing hospitality skills which subsequently improved performance levels.
  • Helped resolve conflicts or disputes among guests or team members courteously, maintaining a harmonious working environment.
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed within the hotel premises, minimizing potential risks to guests'' wellbeing.
  • Facilitated efficient communication between various departments through regular meetings and updates, fostering teamwork among staff members.
  • Assisted event planners in organizing successful meetings and conferences by coordinating necessary logistics such as catering and audiovisual equipment setup.
  • Initiated feedback collection from guests to identify areas of improvement.
  • Facilitated smooth operations during events and functions, handling logistics and guest relations.
  • Enhanced guest experience by offering insightful recommendations on local attractions and dining options.
  • Coordinated with maintenance team to address and resolve facility issues promptly.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in all guest areas, ensuring welcoming environment.
  • Improved team morale and efficiency by initiating regular communication meetings.
  • Contributed ideas for promotional offers, attracting larger customer base.
  • Supported kitchen staff during peak hours, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality food.
  • Collaborated with housekeeping team to ensure room readiness and swift turnover.
  • Enhanced ambiance of dining area, leading to increased customer dwell time and satisfaction.
  • Bolstered guest safety with strict adherence to health and safety protocols.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with guests for satisfaction.
  • Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons and improve customer retention rate.
  • Prepared reports on guest satisfaction levels and other metrics.
  • Enforced policies and procedures to increase efficiency.

Education

Certificate III Individual Support

Australia Pacific Training Coalition
Suva, Fiji
03.2015

Skills

  • Grooming assistance
  • Emotional support
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Behavior management
  • Dressing assistance
  • Compassionate patient care
  • Behavior redirection
  • Light housekeeping
  • Meal preparation
  • Compassionate care
  • Housekeeping
  • Direct patient care
  • Meal planning
  • Household tasks
  • Client rapport
  • Memory care techniques
  • Activities of daily living support
  • Patient awareness
  • Fall prevention
  • Adaptive equipment use
  • Observational skills
  • Shopping and errands
  • Toileting assistance
  • Patient lifting techniques
  • Personal hygiene
  • Feeding support
  • Household organization
  • Companionship
  • Adaptable under pressure
  • Dementia care
  • Time management
  • Elderly care
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Daily living assistance
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Mobility assistance
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Compassionate communication
  • Patient care
  • Incident reporting
  • PPE usage
  • Relationship building
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Team collaboration
  • COVID-19 safety policies
  • Flexible schedule
  • Documentation
  • Strong ethics
  • End-of-life care
  • Special needs care
  • Client documentation
  • Basic housekeeping
  • Patient companionship
  • Supportive companionship

Timeline

Personal Care Assistant

Healthx
04.2022 - Current

Hospitality Team Member

Bluecares
04.2022 - Current

Certificate III Individual Support

Australia Pacific Training Coalition
Teresia MaraiaWasabalavu Turagaiviu