Tracy Rangihaeata
Disability Support Worker
Weir View,Vic
Summary
I have been supporting Clients and students over the last 4 years transporting them from their homes, courses and routine routes.
I have enjoyed working as a driver. This has been a rewarding experience. I am knee to learn and train to keep up with the changes from one territory to another.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Choice Life Passion
Brisbane , QLD
12.2022 - 09.2023
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Disability Services
Cootharinga
Mount Isa & Townsville, QLD
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
- Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with boarding and disembarking from the bus.
- Operated wheelchair lifts as needed to assist passengers with special needs onto the bus safely.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
- Cleaned interior of buses regularly including vacuuming floors and wiping down surfaces.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Monitored traffic conditions along assigned routes in order to plan alternate routes if necessary.
- Helped elderly and disabled passengers board and exit bus.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Before and After School Care Assistant
PCYC
Mount Isa , QLD
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
- Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations such as accidents or medical emergencies.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
- Cleaned interior of buses regularly including vacuuming floors and wiping down surfaces.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Primary Teacher's Aide/ Aide Assistance A1
Sunset State School
Mount Isa, QLD
01.2016 - 12.2017
- Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
- Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the bus according to established procedures.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Provided helpful directions and assistance to students during their ride.
- Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within allotted timespan.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Education
First Aide And CPR
Australia World Wide
Melbourne CBD04-2024
Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities
CPL
17 Rosella Street, Fig Tree Pocket11-2022
Skills
- Passenger Assistance
- Vehicle inspections
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Safety-focused
- Supervision
- Punctuality
- Behavior Management
- Incident Reporting
- Safe Driving Practices
- Effective communication skills
Quote
It’s not what happens to you, but how you reach to it that matters.
Epictetus
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Choice Life Passion
12.2022 - 09.2023
Disability Services
Cootharinga
01.2019 - 12.2022
Before and After School Care Assistant
PCYC
01.2017 - 06.2018
Primary Teacher's Aide/ Aide Assistance A1
Sunset State School
01.2016 - 12.2017
First Aide And CPR
Australia World Wide
Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities
CPL
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