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I have worked for Council since 2013 as a support worker for adults with learning disabilities. 2010 -2013 worked for Health care as a carer for elderly. 2005-2009 worked as live in carer. EXPERIENCE I have developed skills in lifting and handling through hoist, sling. Recording and administe...More I have worked for Council since 2013 as a support worker for adults with learning disabilities. 2010 -2013 worked for Health care as a carer for elderly. 2005-2009 worked as live in carer. EXPERIENCE I have developed skills in lifting and handling through hoist, sling. Recording and administering daily medication. Upheld the dignity and respect of clients by recognising their feedback on care procedures. Accompanied clients to health visits and relayed information to clients family. Assisted clients with day to day personal care and daily living tasks. Cared for elderly with dementia, delivering support per care plan . Actively listened to patient's complaints and feedback, actioning improvements to continuously elevate quality care. Promoted independence and self-esteem by allowing clients to complete specific tasks on their own . Prepared healthy meals and assisted clients with eating and drinking. Facilitated patient with mobility impairments, making sure they they remained comfortable. Provided social support and companionship to clients by spending time with them on a daily basis. Observed and monitored client's well being and reported any changes to senior staff member and families. SKILLS As a carer, I establish positive, trusting relationships with vulnerable clients and their families. I achieve this through listening, positive body language, a sense of humour and courteous responses. I am self motivated, will always find a task to complete rather than wasting time. I am able to work individually and as part of team. I have always been a compassionate person, able to empathise with the needs of my clients and the concerns of the wider family members. I am resilient and enjoy good physical and mental health. I am committed to continuous learning and self development, always looking to take on learning opportunities in my own time. I am usually a sole carer for a client. My responsibilities might seem onerous to some but I enjoy the challenge of meeting a range of needs and having to make decisions based on a current set of given circumstances. I am also trustworthy and honest. My experience has taught me the importance of treating everyone as individuals. I am able to respect differences. I have worked with families from a range of backgrounds who are different genders, race, ethnicity and religion. EDUCATION BA (Hons) Health and Social Care - University of Derby