Joanne

Glenroy, Victoria

Has car
150+ bookings
COVID-19: Fully vaccinated
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About


Hi ! My name is Jo and I am a dedicated Aged and Mental Health Support Worker with a proven track record of providing genuine care and support for our wise, precious elderly generation and those suffering with a mental illness. I have been caring for my elderly Mum full-time, along with a lovely 90-year-old gentleman. I also care for a lady who suffers with a complex mental health condition, along with caring for her elderly mum. After different careers from a Tour Guide to a Property Valuer, none has given me as much happiness and fulfillment as being a support carer and making a tangible difference in the lives of others. Knowing that someone is looking forward to my next visit, fills me with joy. I have a giant heart with lots of kindness, care, support and understanding to give. I have a strong desire to make people feel special, reassured, safe and to make them laugh and smile. I am a good communicator and can provide my client with advocacy and assistance with personal finances; bills, budgeting, appointments, dealing with Govt departments. I have experience with medications and complex health needs. I treasure personal freedom and independence, and I gently encourage this in my clients. My passions include driving - have my own clean vehicle, fully insured, a clean driving record and no accidents. I love animals, especially my adorable 16 yo feline grand dame “Mumma”. In my spare time I enjoy transcribing for psychiatrists and endocrinologists (Diabetes), transferring audio recorded meetings into written reports. I also enjoy a shopping trip or two - I'm known to grab a bargain online or on Marketplace. I have formal training in Mental Health, Family Support and Therapy, Trauma Informed Care and a Business Degree, I have my own personal experience of mental health and life as an elderly carer and palliative carer. I'd love to have a chat and see if I can be of service to you. Have a lovely day!


Work Experience + Qualifications


Qualifications


Certifications


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Experience working with


Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME)
Anxiety Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Cancer
Borderline Personality Disorder
Cataract
Chronic Pain
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes
Endometriosis
Learning Disability
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Psychosocial Disability
Injury Rehabilitation
Obssessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Schizoaffective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Services


Skills training
Event buddy
Transport
Health & wellbeing
Outdoor adventures
Cooking
Games
Arts & crafts

Interests


Knitting & Sewing
Billiards
Crafts
Music (listening)
Animals & Pets
Comedy
Cars
Theatre (plays, opera & ballet)
Politics

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Training & Awards


Received both doses of COVID-19 vaccination

Received both doses of COVID-19 vaccination

Social Carer Academy

NDIS Worker Orientation Module

Covid-19