Sengimalaea Finau
Manurewa,New Zealand
Summary
I am a dedicated support worker seeking a full-time position in the healthcare field. With a strong background in providing compassionate care and assisting individuals with daily living activities, I am committed to positively impacting the lives of those I support. I am eager to immerse myself in a support worker role fully, contribute to a healthcare team, and embrace new challenges. I am particularly interested in opportunities that align with my skills and offer room for professional growth.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Caregiver
Private Care
- Supported my mother in caring for my father, and managing transportation to appointments, including dialysis.
- Collaborated with my aunt to provide comprehensive care for my grandmother, ensuring her comfort.
- Delivered personal care services, including showering, grooming, and dressing.
- Prepared and served meals, ensuring proper nutrition and hydration.
- Used a full-body hoist for safe transfer between bed and wheelchair.
- Assisted with hygiene maintenance and changing pads.
- Monitored and administered medications as prescribed.
- Documented changes in conditions to inform healthcare providers.
- Managed laundry and changed bed linens to maintain a clean environment.
Support Worker
Mycare
09.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Social Impact Platform Company
- Hoisting.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Promoted independence among clients through skill-building exercises and goal-setting initiatives.
- Adapted quickly to changing work environments while maintaining high levels of productivity and professionalism under pressure.
- Provided emotional support to clients, improving their mental health and overall wellbeing.
- Accompanied clients to appointments and community outings, ensuring they had access to necessary services and social opportunities.
- Assisted clients with personal care tasks, preserving their dignity and promoting independence.
- Documented client progress and communicated updates to care team, contributing to continuous improvement in service delivery.
- Conducted home visits to assess client living conditions and recommend improvements for better quality of life.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Clinical training – Level 4 Health and Wellbeing (Advanced Care and Support)
Ignite Colleges
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Specialized training in dementia care, providing compassionate support to residents
- Assisted with personal care, ensuring dignity and comfort
- Managed challenging behaviours using effective communication strategies
- Documented changes in residents’ behaviour and health for accurate care assessments
- Developed personalized care plans to meet individual needs
- Engaged residents in activities to enhance quality of life and cognitive stimulation
- Collaborated with healthcare teams for holistic care
Clinical Training – Level 3 Health and Wellbeing (Healthcare Assistance)
Ignite Colleges
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Trained in a Rest Home, providing care including bed bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Assisted with hygiene needs, changing pads and emptying catheters
- Utilized hoists for safe transfers between bed and wheelchair
- Documented changes in residents’ health and well-being
- Developed skills in effective communication and promoting residents’ independence
Education
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 - Advanced Care & Support
Ignite Colleges
Wiri, Auckland07.2024
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 3 - Healthcare Assistance
Ignite Colleges
Wiri, Auckland03.2022
Skills
- Compassion and empathy
- Effective Communication skills
- Patience
- Flexibility
- Punctuality
- Personal Care Skills
- Productive
- Resilient
- Self-motivated
- Reliable
- Meal Preparation
- Bathing Assistance
- Social interaction
- Medication Administration
Timeline
Support Worker
Mycare
09.2024 - Current
Clinical training – Level 4 Health and Wellbeing (Advanced Care and Support)
Ignite Colleges
10.2023 - 07.2024
Clinical Training – Level 3 Health and Wellbeing (Healthcare Assistance)
Ignite Colleges
08.2021 - 03.2022
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 3 - Healthcare Assistance
Ignite Colleges
Personal Caregiver
Private Care
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing Level 4 - Advanced Care & Support
Ignite Colleges
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