Vivian De Souza
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate AIN/Disability Support Worker with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
All Types Of Care
08.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviours to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
Disability Support Worker
Right At Home Supports
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Provided direct personal care and administrative services to clients.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
- Assisted clients with living independently through skill-building and mentoring in areas such as housekeeping adaptations and preparation of healthy meals.
Disability Support Worker
BigDog Support Services
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- 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.
AIN in Training
Blue Care
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Gained 120 hours on placement
Disability Support Worker
People Of Peony
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
Education
Certificate III - Aged Care
AustCare Training
Toowoomba, QLD03.2022
No Degree - Completed Grade 10
Warwick State High School
Warwick, QLD11.2017
Skills
- Personal Care
- Daily Living Requirements
- Independent Living Support
- Progress Documentation
- Incident Reports
- Portuguese Fluency
- Client Transportation
- Nursing Home Care Assistance
- Creative Thinking
- Palliative Care
- Grooming Support
- Household Chores
- Computer Skills
- Daily Living Assistance
- Elderly Care
- Emotional Support
- Documentation Skills
- Housekeeping Skills
Certification
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community Care)
CHCDIS001
CHCDIS002
CHCDIS003
CHCDIS007
HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
All Types Of Care
08.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Right At Home Supports
03.2023 - 09.2023
Disability Support Worker
BigDog Support Services
04.2022 - 12.2022
AIN in Training
Blue Care
09.2021 - 01.2022
Disability Support Worker
People Of Peony
06.2021 - 11.2021
Certificate III - Aged Care
AustCare Training
No Degree - Completed Grade 10
Warwick State High School
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