Theophilus Kwansah-Aidoo
Guildford,NSW
Summary
Adept at enhancing client independence and well-being, my tenure at The Right Care Disability Services showcases a proven track record in disability awareness and relationship building. Through personalized support plans and effective communication, I significantly improved client functioning, fostering trust and resilience. My expertise in documentation and incident reporting ensures meticulous care coordination and client confidentiality. A compassionate Disability Support Worker possesses a gentle touch and caring attitude centred on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in empathy and compassion. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available between 30 to 40 hours per week, weekends and evenings. Hardworking Disability Support Worker dedicated to comprehensive, compassionate and individualised patient care. Manages appointments and medication, assists with bathing and grooming and maintains tidy environments.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Disability-support-worker
The Right Care Disability Services
2023.08 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- 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.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Delivered exceptional personal care services, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet the individual dietary needs of clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Communicated regularly with family members about client progress, addressing any concerns or questions promptly.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
- Implemented behaviour management techniques when required for the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to safely attend medical appointments or partake in social activities.
- Managed medications effectively for clients under strict supervision from healthcare professionals, ensuring adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and track behaviours to keep the healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Worked closely with therapists and other specialists to implement prescribed interventions consistently, leading to measurable improvements in client functioning.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
- Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
- Worked with children and parents to closely monitor and record social, behavioural and academic growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client well-being.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospitals.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adjusting support strategies as needed to maximize outcomes.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Advocated fiercely on behalf of clients when necessary to ensure their rights were respected in various settings such as education or healthcare environments.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Education
No Degree - Individual Support
Institute of Management Technology Australia
Sydney NSW03.2024
MBA - Business Administration
Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD08.2020
Skills
Daily living assistance
Housekeeping and meal preparation
Personal Care
Independent Living Support
Relationship Building
Disability Awareness
Documentation skills
Documentation And Reporting
Incident Reports
Disability Services
Mobility support
Client Confidentiality
Individual Support Plans
Household chores
Soccer
I keep fit by playing with friends on Sundays.
Timeline
Disability-support-worker
The Right Care Disability Services
2023.08 - Current
No Degree - Individual Support
Institute of Management Technology Australia
MBA - Business Administration
Griffith University
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