Dedicated Disability Support Worker with a focus on daily living assistance and safety awareness. Proven ability to develop personalized support plans and foster strong relationships with clients, enhancing their independence and well-being.
Reliable steelfixer providing extensive experience in construction projects for public and private clients. Successful meeting deadlines, lifting up to 100+ pounds and safely operating equipment. Innovative worker familiar with various metals, including steel iron and stainless steel
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Tuuranga Disabilities Services
04.2025 - Current
Assisted individuals with daily living activities to enhance independence and well-being.
Developed personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
Coordinated communication between clients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure consistent care.
Implemented positive behavior support strategies to promote social skills and reduce challenging behaviors.
Monitored client progress and adjusted support strategies based on ongoing evaluations.
Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the disability support field.
Conducted regular assessments of client needs to identify potential areas of growth or improvement within their care plan structure.
Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care.
Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
Coordinated patient discharge planning and follow-up care.
Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
Steel Fixer
GSD Steelfixing
04.2021 - 03.2025
Interpreted blueprints and specifications to determine steel reinforcement requirements.
Assembled and installed steel frameworks for various construction projects.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all phases of steel fixing.
Collaborated with project managers to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
Assisted in training junior workers on best practices in steel fixing techniques.
Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency of reinforcement installation.
Tied rebar into wire mesh formations using welding, wiring, and clipping techniques.
Operated hand and power tools safely to prepare materials.
Collaborated with other tradespeople to coordinate work schedules and maintain seamless workflow on construction sites.
Enhanced worksite safety by diligently following guidelines, regulations, and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
Reduced material waste by meticulously measuring, cutting, bending, shaping, and welding reinforcement materials as needed.
Steel Fixer
Legacy Steelfixing
02.2013 - 11.2018
Conducted quality checks on finished installations to maintain industry standards.
Supported a positive work environment through active participation in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and ongoing training programs.
Connected prefabricated steel pieces using rivets and welds.
Built and installed iron and steel girders, columns and other construction materials to form buildings, bridges and other structures.
Expedited construction timelines with precise placement of steel bars, mesh, and reinforcements in concrete structures.
Fitted spacers and supports to line pieces up in accurate arrangements.
Used turnbuckles, jacks and crowbars to force structural steel-members into final positions.
Placed blocks under reinforcing bars to reinforce floors.
Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
Operated hand and power tools safely to prepare materials.
Reduced material waste by meticulously measuring, cutting, bending, shaping, and welding reinforcement materials as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Comoora Secondary School
Melbourne, Australia
01-2008
Skills
Daily living assistance
Problem-solving
Housekeeping and meal preparation
Personal care
Power tool operation
Reinforcement placement
Construction safety
Worksite cleanliness
Safety awareness
Housekeeping skills
Wire mesh experience
Hand and power tools
Hand tool proficiency
Measuring skills
Metal fabrication
Safety
Rebar installation
Rebar ties
Job site preparation
Risk management
Safety protocols and procedures
Heavy lifting
Elevated work platform set up
Rod-bending machines
Rebar cutting
Teamwork and collaboration
Teamwork
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Interests
Enjoy participating in [activity] for overall physical and mental well-being
Cooking
I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
Participating in cultural exchange programs and homestays
Participate in basketball and boxing, as recreational activities to maintain physical fitness