Chantelle Katsilioris

• Mental Health Care Worker – Self-Employed, Remote (Adelaide & Australia | 2024–Present)
• Description / Duties:
• Completed Certificate in Community Mental Health, applying evidence-based practices in client support.
• Provide one-on-one mental health care to clients across Adelaide and nationwide via phone and online sessions.
• Assist clients with emotional support, coping strategies, daily routine management, and goal setting.
• Developed and manage a personal website to facilitate remote client services and outreach.
• Deliver person-centred, recovery-focused care, ensuring each session meets the individual’s needs and promotes wellbeing.
• Maintain confidentiality, professional boundaries, and accurate session documentation.
• Monitor client progress, adapting strategies to support emotional regulation and mental health outcomes.
• Collaborate with other health professionals when appropriate to provide holistic care.

• Aged Care & Psychiatric Support Worker – St Peter’s Nursing Home (SA, 2004–2010)
• Description / Duties:
• Provided care for high-aged residents, including those in the psychiatric unit.
• Assisted with personal care, hygiene, toileting, and mobility support for multiple residents per shift.
• Monitored mental health and wellbeing, identifying changes in behaviour and responding appropriately.
• Supported residents’ emotional regulation and implemented behaviour management strategies.
• Worked night shifts, supervising residents and ensuring safety and comfort throughout the night.
• Assisted with meal support, social engagement, and recreational activities tailored to residents’ needs.
• Maintained accurate documentation of care, incidents, and observations in line with professional standards.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including nurses, allied health staff, and support workers.

Support Worker – HenderCare (Adelaide, SA | 2022–2023)

Description / Duties:

Provided in-home and community-based support for clients with varying needs, including aged care, disability, and mental health support.

Assisted clients with personal care, hygiene, meals, and mobility.

Supported clients with appointments, social engagement, and daily routines to promote independence and wellbeing.

Delivered one-on-one support tailored to client needs, ensuring person-centred care.

Maintained accurate documentation of care and observations, following HenderCare policies and professional standards.

Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to provide consistent and high-quality support.

Monitored emotional wellbeing, implemented behaviour strategies, and followed care plans.

• Provided compassionate care and support to elderly clients in daily activities.
• Assisted clients with personal hygiene, grooming, and dressing needs.
• Maintained accurate records of client health and wellbeing observations.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans.
• Facilitated social and recreational activities to enhance client engagement.
• Monitored medication schedules and assisted with administration as needed.
• Trained new staff on best practices for aged care services.
• Advocated for residents' needs and preferences within care settings.
• Provided clients with emotional support and companionship.
• Responded quickly to emergency situations involving elderly clients.
• Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
• Maintained records of client care plans and progress notes.
• Collaborated with family members to ensure that all client needs were met.
• Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.

• Aged Care Staff – Agency Work (Adelaide, SA | 2015–2022)
• Description / Duties:
• Provided temporary and short-term support to multiple aged care facilities across Adelaide, adapting quickly to different teams and care environments.
• Assisted residents with personal care, hygiene, toileting, continence, and mobility support.
• Supported residents’ emotional wellbeing, social engagement, and daily routines.
• Worked both day and night shifts, ensuring resident safety and comfort at all times.
• Followed individual care plans and behaviour support strategies for high-needs residents, including those with dementia or mental health conditions.
• Maintained accurate documentation of care provided, incidents, and observations.
• Collaborated with facility staff, nurses, and allied health teams to provide consistent, high-quality care.
• Demonstrated flexibility and professionalism in diverse work environments, covering multiple facilities on short notice.

• Autism Support Worker – ChildrenDescription / Duties:
• Supported children with autism in structured learning, play, and social activities.
• Assisted with communication, routines, transitions, and daily tasks to promote independence.
• Provided calm, patient guidance to support emotional regulation and behaviour management.
• Encouraged social interaction, engagement, and skill development through play-based learning.
• Followed behaviour support strategies, safety protocols, and individual care plans.
• Monitored progress and documented observations to support ongoing development and care planning.

• Carer – Gloucester Residential Care (2010–2012)
• Description / Duties:
• Assisted residents with daily living activities including personal care, mobility, and meals.
• Delivered compassionate, person-centred care to vulnerable adults.
• Supported emotional wellbeing and social engagement of residents.
• Worked as part of a team to ensure safety, hygiene, and high-quality care standards