Phillip Patea
Ratana,Whanganui
Summary
Compassionate Residential Support Worker proficient in managing resident behaviour.
Assisting clients in all aspects of everyday living to help them become more independent while providing all the personal cares clients need as well.
Positive and upbeat who really loves the position since being employed by Te Oranganui Te Taihāhā.
I've honestly found a role I love in my 33+ years working from labour work to factory work to customer service and sales, management, being a business owner and also growing up in Te Ao Maori on the marae as my life experiences have been helpful to Shannon, Liam and Billy, being the best versions of themselves they can.
Being supported by the permanent staff in the residence along with the full support of management and the families helped give me the direction for the mahi involved and with their confidence in my mahi being so effective with the boys development this gave me the definitive feeling of why I'm in the right position.
This the only job in those 33 years I actually love in all aspects from cleaning soiled clothing, sheets and floors to the boys sharing awesome stories of achievements and wins they have experienced during my time in the residence..
I'm seeking a permanent role as I have been the next casual in line to move into that position and believe I have all the skills, knowledge and experience needed in my toolbox to address any situation being kaimahi in the house..
Ive never had a day off since I started until today while also filling in to cover all shifts in the residence without delay. I also believe having the full support of Permanent staff, Management and the Parents shows my commitment, compassion and loyalty to the position being advertised and hope that would be of consideration..
I fully respect any decision made as I know I've learnt more about life and myself given the opportunity to be employed by Te Oranganui since July 2024
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Kaituruki Residential Support Worker Te Taihāhā
Te oranganui
Central City, Whanganui
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted safety checks on all areas of the facility.
- Identified potential risks or hazards in the facility environment and developed strategies to address them.
- Managed client finances including budgeting, banking, bill payments .
- Ensured that all policies and procedures were followed at all times.
- Encouraged positive social interactions between residents while managing negative behaviors.
- Organized leisure activities such as games, sports events, art classes .
- Educated clients about healthy lifestyle habits such as nutrition and exercise.
- Monitored clients' health conditions and reported any changes or concerns immediately.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure best practice standards were maintained.
- Supported clients in developing independent living skills such as cooking or laundry.
- Transported residents to appointments, meetings, recreational outings.
- Facilitated group activities and monitored individual progress towards goals.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss current issues related to clients' welfare.
- Maintained daily records of resident activities, progress, and incidents.
- Provided guidance and support to residents in crisis situations.
- Provided emotional support to residents during difficult times.
- Administered first aid when necessary and provided follow-up care instructions.
- Assisted with medication administration and management as needed.
- Counseled residents and provided emergency response to handle crisis situations.
- Recorded participants' daily progress, noted trends and addressed negative strategies to help redirect actions and improve progress.
- Created opportunities for residents to build and exercise coping skills for common triggers and situations.
- Helped residents with activities of daily living, grooming and feeding.
- Completed bed, welfare and security checks on residents.
- Assisted individuals with completing daily appointments by helping with mobility and transportation needs.
- Managed medications and oversaw compliance with personal treatment plans.
- Dispensed medications and documented passes to update individual records.
- Worked with residents to develop meal preparation and cleaning skills.
- Monitored resident safety and security at residence and on outings in community.
- Planned and implemented appropriate activities to encourage residents to be social and active.
- Maintenance of property eg. Lawn mowing, weeding, weedeating, pruning trees, removal of waste, mopping, vacuuming areas and all general duties of household.
Timeline
Kaituruki Residential Support Worker Te Taihāhā
Te oranganui
07.2024 - Current