An experienced and qualified Disability Support Worker with excellent communication skills and a compassionate, patient demeanor. Reliable, highly organized and punctual, with a proven ability to work collaboratively as a team player or independently with initiative. Skilled in supporting clients to achieve greater independence by designing and implementing effective programs that enhance their skills and facilitate active participation in the local community. Comfortable with providing tailored one-to-one support to individuals of all ages and varying levels of disability. Seeking a position with a reputable support provider where I can leverage my expertise to empower clients to realize their potential and live fulfilling lives.
- Delivered personalized support to clients, enhancing their quality of life through tailored assistance and care.
- Facilitated physical and mental exercise programs while coordinating community engagement activities to promote client well-being.
- Provided education and training to individuals, empowering them to achieve greater self-reliance and reduce dependency.
- Managed care for clients with chronic and acute conditions, including asthma, dementia, cancer, and diabetes, ensuring comprehensive health support.
- Supported clients with daily living activities, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to social events and appointments, fostering their integration with family and friends.
- Maintained effective communication with team leaders and supervisors, reporting client concerns and evolving needs to ensure high-quality care.
- Administered CPR as required and effectively managed challenging behaviors exhibited by residents.
- Executed household tasks including cleaning, shopping, laundry, and meal preparation to support client needs.
- Delivered specialized, proactive support to elderly individuals and children with autism, promoting their well-being and development.
- Accurately recorded and documented client information in daily progress notes to ensure thorough and up-to-date care records.
- Performed duties related to personal hygiene and health maintenance, enhancing client comfort and dignity.
- Coordinated safe transportation for adults and children between home, care centers, and medical appointments.
- Supported clients through physical and mental exercise programs while facilitating participation in community access activities.
- Provided compassionate care for clients with chronic and acute conditions, such as asthma, dementia, cancer, and diabetes, addressing diverse medical needs.
- Collaborated with team leaders and supervisors by communicating client concerns and evolving preferences to optimize care delivery.
Administer variety of medications to clients
Ability to accurately document and record activities, events incidents and hours worked
Experienced in dementia high care, cancer, schizophrenia and epilepsy
Ability to exercise sound judgement, decision making and problem solving
Ensure the security and safety of the home is maintained regularly
Ability to use manual handling techniques (hoist lifter)
Experienced in handling clients with challenging behaviour
Tremendous communication skills (oral and written)
Administer personal care to clients including personal hygiene, bathing and grooming
Possess a personal car and available for shifts (day, afternoon and night)
Good working knowledge of national care principles and health and safety legislation as applicable to support working
Literacy in using Microsoft Office applications and manual documentation of clients
Reports Problem solving CPR, Safety Decision making Emotional support Home care Laundry Team leader Notes Meal preparation Meetings
• Certificate in First Aid and CPR
• National Police Certificate
• Working with Children’s Check
• Diploma in Mental Health
• NDIS Worker Orientation
• NDIS Supporting Effective Communication
• NHHI Infection Prevention and Control
• Drivers License