WADE WELLS
Burnie,Australia
Summary
Passionate individual with experience in providing assistance to individuals with physical, emotional, and mental disabilities. Proven ability to create innovative solutions to support individuals in achieving their goals. Skilled in developing care plans, delivering emotional support, and communicating effectively with clients and their families.
Compassionate disability support worker with several years of experience. Well-versed in helping individuals living with disabilities. Knowledgeable about providing daily living support, preparing meals and assisting with personal mobility.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Eskleigh foundation
Devonport, TAS
06.2025 - Current
- Provided support to individuals with disabilities in daily activities.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
- Ensured compliance with safety and healthcare regulations.
- Facilitated skill-building sessions for clients to promote independence.
- Documented client progress and reported changes to management.
- Trained new staff on best practices in disability support services.
- Advocated for clients' needs and preferences within the support system.
- Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs.
- Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
Disability Support Worker
North west support coordination
Burnie, Australia
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Provided individualized assistance to clients with disabilities, including physical, mental and emotional needs.
- Built positive relationships with clients and families.
- Provided daily direct support and direct care to clients with disabilities or disadvantages.
- Assisted clients in developing independent living skills such as personal hygiene, budgeting, meal preparation and job-seeking.
- Transported clients to facilitate access to employment, health care, and community life.
- Worked independently and collaborated with co-workers to meet team and personal goals.
- Provided transportation for medical appointments, recreational activities or other outings as needed.
Laboratory Technician
Sgs Australia
Zeehan, Australia
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed routine laboratory tests and analyses in support of research objectives, ensuring accuracy and precision of results.
- Conducted routine and non-routine analysis of in-process materials, raw materials and environmental samples.
- Measured or weighed compounds and solutions for use in testing.
- Received and inspected raw materials.
- Operated panalytical fusion machines and performed xrf analysis on environmental samples.
Disability Support Worker
Shore care
Burnie, Australia
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Provided individualized assistance to clients with disabilities, including physical, mental and emotional needs.
- Built positive relationships with clients and families.
- Worked independently and collaborated with co-workers to meet team and personal goals.
- Provided transportation for medical appointments, recreational activities or other outings as needed.
- Monitored health status of clients by observing changes in behavior or physical condition.
- Adapted communication techniques based on individual's abilities when interacting with service users.
- Communicated with clients, co-workers, and community members to track service activity.
Sample Prep Technician
Als global
Burnie, Australia
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained efficient workflow by adhering to safety regulations for hazardous materials handling and disposal.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on laboratory equipment such as replacing fuses, cleaning glassware.
- Exhibited strong communication skills while working collaboratively with team members on various projects.
- Assisted in training new technicians on proper use of laboratory equipment and safety protocols.
- Received and inspected raw materials.
- Tested raw materials, processes or finished products to determine quality or quantity of materials.
Apprentice Chef
Compass group
Burnie, Australia
02.2021 - 05.2022
- Applied a high degree of precision when plating dishes for presentation purposes.
- Demonstrated excellent time management, organization and communication skills while preparing meals for large groups.
- Successfully completed tasks assigned by head chef within specified deadlines.
- Mastered various cooking techniques such as baking, roasting, grilling and frying.
- Learned how to properly store ingredients according to health regulations and guidelines.
- Developed strong knife skills and knowledge of food safety regulations for safe food handling.
- Practiced proper sanitation procedures while prepping, storing, serving and cleaning up after meals.
Utility Attendant
Compass group
Burnie, Australia
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Performed daily cleaning and sanitation duties in assigned areas, including vacuuming, mopping, dusting, and polishing furniture.
- Washed windows, mirrors, and glass surfaces to remove residue.
- Disinfected and cleaned bathroom areas, refilling dispensers.
- Safely handled cleaning chemicals to comply with guidelines and procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by efficiently completing all tasks within specified deadlines.
- Developed positive working relationships with staff members through effective communication and collaboration.
Education
High School Diploma -
Parklands high school
Burnie, TasmaniaSome College (No Degree) - Hospitality
Hellyer College
Burnie, TasSkills
- Family Communication
- Personal Care
- Daily Living Requirements
- Home Healthcare Services
- Independent Living Support
- Disability Services
- Personal Growth Support
- Client Transportation
- Medication administration
- First aid and CPR
- Client advocacy
- Care plan development
- Activity support
- Safety compliance
- Skills training
- Direct care provision
- Health monitoring
- Behavior management
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
Certification
- First Aid
- Medication Competency
- CPR training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Eskleigh foundation
06.2025 - Current
Disability Support Worker
North west support coordination
06.2023 - 07.2025
Laboratory Technician
Sgs Australia
04.2023 - 04.2024
Disability Support Worker
Shore care
12.2022 - 04.2023
Sample Prep Technician
Als global
04.2022 - 01.2023
Apprentice Chef
Compass group
02.2021 - 05.2022
Utility Attendant
Compass group
06.2018 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Parklands high school
Some College (No Degree) - Hospitality
Hellyer College