Hi, I’m
Wendy Thorn
Tauranga,BOP
Summary
I am a 56-year-old lady I have been a support worker for the last 20 years in my own home; now in my client's home. This position has become a shared care position, so I am looking for a new challenge in the workforce.
I enjoy meeting new people, helping them be all they can be, enabling them to participate in the community where possible.
I have had 5 clients in my 20s of caring in the special needs sector. Have used Hoists, done PC care, worked with not verbal clients, wheelchair bound and head injury clients. I see my people for who they are and not there disability.
I enjoy working with children of all ages and have run the Oscar Holiday Programme for many years. I am reliable, trustworthy, a fast learner, willing to give anything a go for my clients needs.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Diana JagerTauranga, Te aroha
Support Worker
05.2008 - Current
Job overview
- Assisted in developing self-care skills such as personal hygiene practices.
- Work alongside the families I work with or organisation.
- Support my clients according to individual needs.
Helen JansenTauranga, Tauranga
Care for Client with Head injury
06.2016 - 06.2024
Job overview
Supported man at the Gym as well as took swimming
worked alongside family to participate in my clients' activities in the community
provide personal care Shower teeth etc
work alongside client in the kitchen preparing meals
Manawanu in ChargeTauranga, Tauranga
Support for wheelchair bound woman
03.2017 - 02.2022
Job overview
Used hoist for bed transfers and showers
Transported to appointment shopping and general outings
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
Family Support DiplomaBethleham Tertiary Institute
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma from Support/Counselling
09-2013
University Overview
- Professional and Personal Boundaries
- Te reo
- Basic Law
- Policy Introduction
- Counseling
- Community practical
Skills
- Disability awareness
- Medication management
- Personal care
- Housekeeping tasks
- Meal preparation
- Disability care
- Clean driving record
- Relationship building
- Life skills development
- Empathy and patience
- Experienced with Epileptic patients
- CPR training
- Strong computer skills
Affiliations
- 8-Ball coaching (Juniors)
- Marathons
- Motorhome Trips
- Spa/pool maintenance
- Babysitting
References
Diana Jager pdskmc.jager@xtra.co.nz 0272299499
Helen Jansen jansen.helen50@gmail.com 021351151
Timeline
Support for wheelchair bound woman
Manawanu in Charge
03.2017 - 02.2022
Care for Client with Head injury
Helen Jansen
06.2016 - 06.2024
Support Worker
Diana Jager
05.2008 - Current
Family Support Diploma
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma from Support/Counselling
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