I have worked in the healthcare industry across various areas, including mental health (medium secure units, informal settings, and residential support), learning disabilities (hospital units and residential care), general health (hospital and home care), and elderly care (nursing homes and day centers).
As a compassionate and supportive individual, I am always eager to learn new methods that empower both myself and those I assist. I pride myself on being a strong team player. The diverse experience I have accumulated over time, combined with my excellent interpersonal skills, allows me to adapt seamlessly to new environments and enhances my ability to support my clients effectively.
Recently, I have worked as a support worker for individuals with autism and various disabilities, both physical and learning-related. My responsibilities included promoting a fulfilling and healthy lifestyle for those in my care. This involved keeping all essential documentation—such as risk assessments, care plans, and daily logs—accurate, current, and well-maintained. Additionally, I ensured that medications were administered as prescribed and that all medical needs were consistently met.
Given that some individuals I supported faced challenges in recognizing underlying issues or articulating their needs, I took on the vital role of advocating for them. I liaised with healthcare professionals, family members, and management, providing feedback and recommendations to ensure comprehensive care.
I also assisted my clients in maintaining a safe and welcoming home environment while supporting their efforts to lead a healthy lifestyle. This included helping them choose nutritious foods, facilitating shopping trips, ensuring they received their financial entitlements, and keeping their bills up to date. Moreover, I actively encouraged social inclusion and participation in activities they were interested in or wished to explore.
Dementia merited
Ok with cats or dogs
Ok with smoker clients
Skills
Attending Appointments
Cleaning
Companionship
Computer Assistance
Doing Errands
Doing Laundry
Driving Licence
Driving Licence (with Car)
Eating and Drinking Assistance
Light house keeping
Live-In Care
Manual Handling
Meal Preparation
Medical Administration
Medication Prompting
Personal Assistance
Personal Grooming and Hygiene
Pet Companion
Physical Activities
Shopping
Specialist care
Incontinence pad changes
Using a hoist
Mobility
Has a driving license and a car
Has driving licence
Cuisine Speciality:
Ok to cook meat and fish
Signature dish:
I’m happy to prepare a wide variety of dishes.
Conditions
Anxiety
Autism
Depression
Epilepsy
Learning Disability
Schizophrenia
Languages
English
Ndebele
Shona
Zulu
Hobbies
In my free time, I love to read, explore new recipes in the kitchen, and nurture my garden.