Mahima George
Christchurch,CAN
Summary
Experienced behavioral health and disability support professional with a strong record in case documentation, crisis intervention, and privacy compliance. Known for calm client support, cultural responsiveness, and clear collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
5
5
Languages
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Specialist
Pathways
Christchurch, CAN
02.2024 - Current
- Modeled healthy coping skills for clients during behavioral health and crisis situations to enhance their resilience and emotional regulation.
- Advocated for client needs with pathways staff and treatment teams to ensure comprehensive support and individualized care plans.
- Listened actively and responded with empathy during client interactions.
- Documented client interactions in pathways records and case notes to ensure accurate tracking of client progress.
- Maintained confidentiality of all client communications under pathways privacy and care standards.
Disability Support Worker
St John of God Hauora Trust
Christchurch, CAN
06.2017 - 02.2024
- Supported tangata whaiora with personal care and daily living routines at St John of God Hauora Trust.
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Assisted residents with mobility transfers and safe movement across service areas.
- Administered prescribed medication according to care plans and trust procedures.
- Monitored client progress and communicated behavior or health condition changes to the supervisor for timely intervention.
- Observed behavior changes and reported concerns to nursing and multidisciplinary teams.
- Supported development of self-care skills, including personal hygiene practices.
- Addressed challenging behaviors using effective strategies to promote positive interactions. using positive reinforcement techniques.
- Maintained safe, respectful environments aligned with St John of God Hauora Trust's values.
- Used assessment skills to identify required client care and daily function support.
Rehabilitation Assistant
St John of God Hauora Trust
Christchurch, CAN
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Organized rehabilitation programs, monitored progress, and adjusted plans.
- Assisted patients with mobility, transfers, and daily living activities.
- Monitored wellbeing and reported changes to clinical staff promptly.
- Maintained safe, respectful, and culturally responsive patient care practices.
- Worked closely with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Educated family members about the patient's condition and recommended strategies for providing support at home.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams including social workers, occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists regarding client care.
Health Care Assistant
Senate Nursing Agency
Christchurch, CAN
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided personal care support for agency patients across residential and home settings.
- Supported meal service, hydration, and feeding assistance during daily care routines.
- Documented care activities, observations, and incident reports for agency records.
Caregiver
West Harbour Gardens
West Harbour
03.2016 - 03.2017
- Supported resident mobility using walkers, wheelchairs, and safe transfer techniques
- Monitored resident comfort and reported changes to nursing staff promptly
- Provided companionship and emotional support during daily West Harbour Gardens routines
- Followed care plans and documented resident needs accurately for shift handoffs
- Uphold client rights by ensuring privacy and confidentiality of personal information in all interactions.
Education
Health And Wellbeing Level 4
Careerforce
Christchurch, NZ08-2019
J.D. - Management
Carrer College NZMA
Auckland, NZ09-2016
Cerificate in Teaching And Education - Education
SNGM Collages of Teaching
Kerala07-2007
Skills
- Behavioral health support
- Crisis intervention
- Crisis management
- Case documentation
- Confidentiality practices
- Client empowerment
- Teamwork
- Cultural competence
- Conflict resolution
- Teamwork
- Teamwork
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Limited
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual
Tamil
Limited
Maori
Elementary
Timeline
Peer Support Specialist
Pathways
02.2024 - Current
Rehabilitation Assistant
St John of God Hauora Trust
01.2021 - 07.2022
Disability Support Worker
St John of God Hauora Trust
06.2017 - 02.2024
Health Care Assistant
Senate Nursing Agency
03.2017 - 06.2019
Caregiver
West Harbour Gardens
03.2016 - 03.2017
Health And Wellbeing Level 4
Careerforce
J.D. - Management
Carrer College NZMA
Cerificate in Teaching And Education - Education
SNGM Collages of Teaching