Mengxin Ruby Yuan
Adelaide
Summary
An experienced and qualified Disability Support Worker with a strong foundation in human services and social work practice. Skilled in providing person-centred and strengths-based support to NDIS participants across diverse settings, including hospitals, residential care, and the community. Demonstrated ability to promote independence, empowerment, and social inclusion by integrating practical care with evidence-informed approaches.
Experienced in collaborating with families, allied health professionals, physiotherapists, and speech therapists to support clients in developing life skills, enhancing mobility, and improving communication. Knowledgeable in applying empowerment theory, ecological systems theory, and person-centred practice to ensure holistic care that addresses both individual needs and broader social influences.
Recognised for reliability, excellent communication, and a compassionate approach that fosters trust and builds meaningful client relationships. Committed to supporting vulnerable individuals with dignity and respect, while aligning practice with professional values of advocacy, social justice, and inclusion. environment for all.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
All Wecare PTY LTD
Disbility Support Worker
04.2025 - Current
- Provide individualised support to NDIS participants, assisting with personal care, medication reminders, meal preparation, and mobility, while respecting client dignity and autonomy.
- Promote social inclusion by encouraging participation in community activities, helping clients strengthen independence and build meaningful connections.
- Apply a person-centred approach by tailoring support plans to each client’s unique goals, values, and cultural background.
- Draw upon strengths-based practice to identify and build on clients’ existing capabilities, fostering resilience and confidence in managing daily challenges.
- Implement care strategies aligned with empowerment theory, supporting clients in making informed decisions and advocating for their own needs.
- Collaborate with physiotherapists and speech therapists to support clients in improving mobility, communication, and daily living skills, integrating therapeutic goals into everyday routines.
- Work collaboratively with families, allied health professionals, and coordinators to ensure holistic care consistent with ecological systems theory, addressing both individual needs and environmental influences.
Disability Support Worker
Kindbright
05.2025 - Current
- Supported an NDIS participant by providing hospital companionship during medical appointments and inpatient stays, ensuring emotional reassurance, advocacy, and clear communication with healthcare staff.
- Assisted the client with daily living tasks including personal care, meal preparation, and mobility support, while promoting dignity, autonomy, and independence.
- Applied a person-centred and strengths-based approach, recognising the client’s abilities and preferences when planning and delivering care.
- Drew upon empowerment theory to encourage active participation in decision-making and foster the client’s confidence in managing her own needs.
- Integrated principles of holistic care by addressing not only physical health but also emotional wellbeing and social connectedness during both hospital and home support.
Personal Care Worker
Ashman Grove Residential Aged Care
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted the elderly with daily activities including bathing, dressing, eating and mobility to ensure their comfort and dignity.
- Responsible for monitoring the health status of seniors, observing and recording vital signs, eating habits and mood changes.
- Collaborate with the care team to communicate the needs and health changes of the elderly in a timely manner to ensure the implementation of personalised care plans.
- Provide psychological support and build rapport with seniors to enhance their emotional connection and social engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Social Science - Human Services
University of South Australia
12.2026
Skills
- Patient Care
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Ability to manage time and work well under pressure
- Being flexible to work shifts and in stressful situations
- Ability to work well independently and as a team player
- Displaying a caring and compassionate attitude towards clients
- Ability to work with people from a wide variety of backgrounds
Certification
- CHC33021 Cerificate III in individual Support(Ageing and Disabiltiy)
- Infection Prevention and Control in Aged Care
- Provisional Driver's Licence
- National Police Clearance/NDIS Check/WWCC
- First Aid& CPR certificate
- Medication Administration
- Manual Handling
- Hand Hygiene
- Precise Thick-N
Languages
English
Professional Working
Interests
My areas of interest are aged care, community services, and NDIS-related fields
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Kindbright
05.2025 - Current
All Wecare PTY LTD
Disbility Support Worker
04.2025 - Current
Personal Care Worker
Ashman Grove Residential Aged Care
08.2024 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Social Science - Human Services
University of South Australia