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Work History
Education
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Wendy Jarden

Victoria

Summary

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Disability Specialist

Bendigo Health
01.1999 - 01.2019
  • Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
  • Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.

Foster Care Specialist

Swan Hill
01.1996 - 01.1999
  • Provided in-home supportive services for foster care children with emotional, social and behavioral health needs.
  • Engaged students in creative process, fostered talents and deepened knowledge and understanding of art, design and art history.
  • Assisted in implementation of customized care plans, focusing on patient wellness and comfort.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to support continuity of care and coordination of services.

Senior Housekeeping Supervisor

Swan Hill Resorts
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
  • Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
  • Assigned housekeeping staff to specific shifts and room blocks based on abilities and daily requirements.
  • Evaluated employee performance and developed improvement plans.
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
  • Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
  • Completed pre-cleaning duties by setting up cleaning carts with fresh linens, cleaning supplies, and requested guest supplies.

Disability Support Worker

Swan Hill District Health
01.1993 - 01.1996
  • Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
  • Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
  • Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.

Motel Cleaner

Cornet Peak
01.1975 - 01.1985
  • Rotated linens in storerooms and replenished when supplies ran low.
  • Changed bed linens and collected soiled linens for cleaning.
  • Eliminated germs and minimized infection risk with expert bathroom and kitchen cleanings.
  • Restocked cleaning storage cabinets, carts and baskets for easy use.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Education

Certificate - Disability Studies

Swan Hill Tafe, Swan Hill

Skills

  • Disability assessment
  • Client Advocacy
  • Training and education
  • Disability Services
  • Incident Reports
  • Daily Living Requirements
  • Personal Care
  • Home Healthcare Services

Languages

English
Native language

Timeline

Disability Specialist - Bendigo Health
01.1999 - 01.2019
Foster Care Specialist - Swan Hill
01.1996 - 01.1999
Senior Housekeeping Supervisor - Swan Hill Resorts
01.1993 - 01.1996
Disability Support Worker - Swan Hill District Health
01.1993 - 01.1996
Motel Cleaner - Cornet Peak
01.1975 - 01.1985
Swan Hill Tafe - Certificate, Disability Studies
Wendy Jarden