CLARK WESLY TOLENTINO
Support Worker
Hamilton,New Zealand
Summary
Dedicated healthcare worker with hands-on experience supporting individuals with autism, intellectual disabilities, and elderly clients. Skilled in person-centered care, positive behavior support, and hygiene assistance. Based in Hamilton with a full NZ license, reliable car, and immediate availability.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Year of study completion to gain level 4 qualification
Work History
Support Worker
Smith's Family
Ngāruawāhia
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted two autistic clients with intellectual disabilities in daily tasks (hygiene, meals, chores).
- Used visual aids and body language for communication.
- Created interest-based activities (e.g., animated movie themes).
- Promoted social skills through positive engagement.
- Supported clients during challenging behaviours using calm, consistent approaches.
Healthcare Assistant (Work Placement)
Radius St Joans
Hamilton
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Supported elderly with hygiene, grooming, mobility, and feeding.
- Followed infection control and behaviour support plans.
- Contributed to individualized care for dementia and aged residents.
- Placement tied to Level 4 Certificate in Health & Wellbeing.
Education
Level 4 Certificate - Health and Wellbeing
New Zealand School of Education (NZSE)
Hamilton05.2025
Senior High School Diploma -
Holy Angel University
Philippines01.2024
Understanding Dementia - Certificate Course
Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre
University of Tasmania02.2025
Preventing Dementia - Certificate Course
Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre
University of Tasmania05.2025
Skills
- Personal care: hygiene, mobility, feeding, toileting, dressing
- Empathy & compassion for diverse client needs
- Health & safety: infection control, moving & handling
- Cultural competence, including Māori values & tikanga
- Clear verbal/written communication, active listening
- Familiar with Te Whare Tapa Whā & EGL principles
- Experienced in autism & intellectual disability support
- Knowledge of the Health & Disability Services Code of Rights
- Understanding of the Treaty of Waitangi in care contexts
- Manual & power wheelchair handling
- Hoist transfers: Sara Steady, full body, standing, gantry, ceiling
- Infection control & hygiene practices
- Bowel care & medication support
- Experience with dementia, mental health, aged & physical disabilities
- Care documentation & Microsoft Office
- Mobility van driving
- Full NZ driver’s license & own vehicle
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant (Work Placement)
Radius St Joans
03.2025 - 05.2025
Support Worker
Smith's Family
01.2025 - Current
Level 4 Certificate - Health and Wellbeing
New Zealand School of Education (NZSE)
Senior High School Diploma -
Holy Angel University
Understanding Dementia - Certificate Course
Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre
Preventing Dementia - Certificate Course
Wicking Dementia Research & Education Centre