Patricia M Donk
Whitianga
Summary
Compassionate and reliable Community Support Worker with over 10 years’ experience supporting individuals in health and community. Skilled in providing personal care, household support, and following care plans. Known for strong interpersonal skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently while building trusting relationships. Willing to learn and upgrade skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Worker
Healthvision
05.2022 - Current
- Provide personal and household care support while maintaining client dignity, safety, and wellbeing
- Assist with bowel and catheter cares
- Work independently in clients’ homes while maintaining clear communication with coordinators
- Build strong, respectful relationships with clients and families
Art Studio Assistant
Liz McAuliffe Artist
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted with artwork preparation
Family Support Worker
Enliven Dance
02.2016 - 02.2019
- Provided personal and household care to family member
- Executed physiotherapy plan
Dental Assistant
Northland District Health Board
11.2009 - 01.2016
- Supported daily clinic operations and assisted dental practitioners
- Worked with children, adolescents, and adults, providing calm and reassuring care
- Managed clinic supplies and maintained sterile environments
Home Educator
Kohukohu
11.1997 - 11.2009
- Planned and facilitated learning experiences
- Evaluated learning progress
- Supported individual learning needs
Education
New Zealand Certificate in Health & Wellbeing - Health Assistance (Level 3)
New Zealand Tertiary College
Auckland05.2019
New Zealand Certificate in Health & Wellbeing - Level 2
Careerforce
Auckland10.2016
Skills
- Compassionate and empathetic care
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Reliable, punctual, and flexible
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Full Class 1 Driver Licence
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Healthvision
05.2022 - Current
Art Studio Assistant
Liz McAuliffe Artist
03.2020 - 03.2022
Family Support Worker
Enliven Dance
02.2016 - 02.2019
Dental Assistant
Northland District Health Board
11.2009 - 01.2016
Home Educator
Kohukohu
11.1997 - 11.2009
New Zealand Certificate in Health & Wellbeing - Level 2
Careerforce
New Zealand Certificate in Health & Wellbeing - Health Assistance (Level 3)
New Zealand Tertiary College