Compassionate Disability Support Worker with experience in providing personalized care and assistance to individuals with disabilities. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills, adaptability to diverse situations, and knowledge of various therapeutic techniques. Previous work has shown ability to foster independence among clients while ensuring safety and comfort.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
DHS (Department of Human Services
07.2019 - Current
Organized support groups to help families understand and support client or patient.
Administered medication to patients according to strict schedules.
Developed strategies to help individuals cope with their disability.
Administered medication according to doctor's orders and monitored side effects.
Guided clients in development of skills and strategies for dealing with individual problems.
Collaborated with other professionals to develop treatment plans for clients.
Collaborated with other professionals to assess client needs.
Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
Assisted individuals in performing wide range of housekeeping functions to develop levels of ability.
Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients.
Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
Case Attendant
Pepsico
06.2010 - 07.2019
Followed detailed instructions provided by engineers regarding setup and operation of machinery.
Adjusted machine settings as needed to maintain product quality standards.
Replaced worn tools, blades, or other parts as needed on machines.
Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
Kept work area clean and organized according to established guidelines.
Troubleshot problems related to machinery operations and took corrective action when necessary.
Education
Certificate -
TAFE
Gilles Plains, SA
11-2007
Warrawong High School
Warrawong, NSW
08-2004
Skills
Client assessment
Behavioural strategies
Team leadership
Adaptability and flexibility
First aid and CPR
Cultural awareness
Documentation skills
Daily living assistance
Time management
Problem solving
Team collaboration
Safety management
Progress documentation
Certification
First Aid 2022
Union Delegate 2024
Mental Health First Aid 2022 & 2025
OH&S 2013 - 2015
Languages
Slovenian
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
DHS (Department of Human Services
07.2019 - Current
Case Attendant
Pepsico
06.2010 - 07.2019
Certificate -
TAFE
Warrawong High School
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