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Work History
Education
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Clearance
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Abishak Sharma

Support Worker
Andrews Farm

Summary

Passionate and dedicated Support Worker with over 4 years of extensive experience in Disability services, coupled with a proven track record as a Team Leader. I am eager to contribute my skills and compassion to a dynamic team, aiming to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those I support. Recognized for my unwavering motivation, trustworthiness, and versatility, I bring a 'Can Do' attitude to every task. I am now seeking a fulfilling role where I can leverage my expertise to empower individuals and foster positive change.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Leader

HenderCare
  • Write detailed weekly reports documenting client progress, challenges, and achievements, providing valuable insights to inform ongoing support strategies and interventions.
  • Collaborate closely with client parents or guardians, maintaining open communication channels to discuss client needs, preferences, and goals, and ensuring their involvement in decision-making processes.
  • Arrange personalized meal plans and activity schedules tailored to each client's dietary requirements, preferences, and therapeutic goals, promoting healthy eating habits and active lifestyles.
  • Oversee the cleanliness and health and safety of the client's residence, conducting regular inspections, ensuring proper storage of chemicals, and replenishing supplies as needed to maintain a safe and hygienic environment.
  • Follow up on all incident reports and progress notes, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records of client interactions, interventions, and outcomes to ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor and address any concerns or issues related to the client's well-being, working proactively to mitigate risks and optimize the quality of care and support provided.

Support Worker

HenderCare
04.2020 - Current
  • Provide comprehensive support to clients under the age of 18 with complex behavior in a supported independent living and VOOHC setting.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with clients to understand their individual needs, preferences, and goals.
  • Uphold the rights, independence, and dignity of clients, ensuring confidentiality and respecting their choices at all times.
  • Support children and young people with complex behavior, Autism spectrum, and Intellectual disability in daily living activities, social integration, and emotional regulation.
  • Facilitate social transport for clients, including transporting them to medical appointments, school, and other daily activities, ensuring their safety and comfort during transit.
  • Implement various strategies to de-escalate client escalation and emotional outbursts that may lead to physical aggression, employing techniques such as redirection, distraction, and calming exercises.
  • Provide positive encouragement, emotional validation, and reinforcement to clients, promoting self-esteem, confidence, and positive behavior.
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including therapists, educators, and healthcare professionals, to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each client's specific needs and abilities.
  • Regularly assess and evaluate client progress and response to interventions, adjusting support strategies as necessary to maximize outcomes and enhance quality of life.

Support Worker

Senior Helpers
02.2020 - 07.2020
  • Assisting client with ADLs
  • Social transport (to weekly day options)

Work Placement

St Basil's
01.2020 - 02.2020
  • Assisting resident with ADL's (Bathing, Dressing)
  • Keeping workplace safe – Placing resident mobility equipment out of the way.

Education

Diploma of Community Services -

Ambassador College of Australia Pty Ltd
04.2001 -

Certificate III in Individual Support -

Norgrove Training
04.2001 -

Certificate III in Retail -

HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY TRAINING PTY LTD
04.2001 -

High School (SACE) Year 8 - 12 -

Paralowie R-12 School
04.2001 -

Certificate 2 in Information Technology -

Department For Education And Child Development
04.2001 -

Skills

Good understanding of work and ethic

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Trainings Certificates

  • First - Aid and CPR
  • Manual Handling
  • MENTOR IN THE WORKPLACE (TAEDEL404)
  • COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY AS A WORKPLACE LEADER (BSBLDR412)
  • MAPA (Management of Actual or Potential Aggression)
  • VooCH (Voluntary in out of Home Care)
  • Safe Environment for Children and Young People
  • Individual Support - Medication
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module
  • NDS Zero Tolerance
  • Epilepsy Awareness for Support Workers (AU)

Clearance

  • (DHS) NDIS worker check
  • (DHS) Working with Children Check
  • Valid National Police Check

References

June Delaney, 

Service Delivery and Rostering Team Leader, HenderCare, 

0498 880 604, June.Delaney@hendercare.com.au


Kingsley Onwuzuruike, 

Support Worker and Team Leader, HenderCare, 

0421 061 706, kingsley.onwuzuruike@hendercare.com.au

Timeline

Support Worker

HenderCare
04.2020 - Current

Support Worker

Senior Helpers
02.2020 - 07.2020

Work Placement

St Basil's
01.2020 - 02.2020

Diploma of Community Services -

Ambassador College of Australia Pty Ltd
04.2001 -

Certificate III in Individual Support -

Norgrove Training
04.2001 -

Certificate III in Retail -

HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY TRAINING PTY LTD
04.2001 -

High School (SACE) Year 8 - 12 -

Paralowie R-12 School
04.2001 -

Certificate 2 in Information Technology -

Department For Education And Child Development
04.2001 -

Team Leader

HenderCare

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