Rohini Rai

Rohini Rai

Disability Support Worker

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    NDIS Mental Health Officer Program Coordinator

  • Education

    • QUT (Queensland University of Technology)

      2015 - 2016
      Bachelor of Exercise and Movement Science Kinesiology and Exercise Science

      Activities and Societies: QUT Nepali Student Society (Vice-President) - 2015 to 2016, QUT Motorcyclists (Member) - 2016, QUT Football Club (Member) - 2016

    • University of Melbourne

      2019 - 2021
      Master of Health and Human Services Human Services, General
  • Experience

    • Ablecare Foundation

      Jan 2014 - Nov 2016
      Disability Support Worker

      • Assisted clients in personal care, administration of medication, household duties and transportation• Sourced and carried out educational, recreational and social activities to provide entertainment and socialization• Assisted in grocery shopping and medical appointments• Liaised with family, health care providers, physical therapists and social workers to ensure clients’ needs and concerns were addressed • Provided suggestions to further improve service and running of the clients’ living arrangements Show less

    • Brisbane Roar FC

      Jul 2016 - Oct 2016
      Practicum Student
    • Just Better Care

      Nov 2016 - Jun 2018

      Assisting HR Manager with recruitment activities and administrative tasks of field employees. • posting recruitment ads, screening CVs, conducting telephone screening, conducting interviews alongside Service Co-ordinators on a weekly basis, and delivering orientation activities.• Sourcing potential candidates through various job boards • Running monthly compliance checks and ensuring employee files are maintained • Update employee compliance details on operating system (Procura)• Researching strategies to attract potential employees Show less Assisted with operations of a team of field employees in providing in-home care to aged and disability clients. • Assessed new customer enquiries and liaised with Customer Experience Manager to ensure effective turnaround times • Rostered employees ensuring clients needs were matched• Supported recruitment activities by conducting group interviews and on-boarding activities• Ensured employee files were maintained and compliant • Planned and facilitated monthly and quarterly meetings• Mentored trainees and new colleagues on business procedures and operations (HR and Admin-related tasks)• Attended conferences and expos to promote business• Maintained and ordered office supplies• Ad hoc duties as required Show less • Assist clients with activities of daily living such as personal care, meal preparations, household duties, community access, daily exercises• Provision of assistance to clients with medications • Assistance with grocery shopping and budgeting of personal spending money• Developing personal goals with clients and providing strategies in achieving them• Regular liaison with clients’ family members and allied health team members over phone or face-to-face to address client concerns/ needs Show less

      • HR Administrator

        Mar 2018 - Jun 2018
      • Customer Experience Officer

        Mar 2017 - Feb 2018
      • Community Support Worker

        Nov 2016 - Feb 2018
    • St Vincent de Paul Society NSW

      Aug 2018 - Aug 2020

      Ability Links NSW (ALNSW) supports people with disability, their families and carers to live the life they want as valued and equal members of their community. By using a flexible, creative and person-centered approach, ALNSW taps into people’s unique potential and helps to achieve their goals while promoting genuine inclusion within communities to drive real change.Support and Planning 1. Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with individuals, families, carers and communities in the areas specified 2. Providing accurate, relevant and timely information to individuals, families, carers, businesses and communities in the area specified 3. Assisting individuals, families, carers and communities to access information through a variety of means 4. Engaging with individuals, families and carers to identify their goals, strengths and needs, and plan for the future 5. Supporting individuals, families and carers to gain the skills, confidence and expertise required to plan for the future 6. Supporting individuals, families and carers to identify personal and local community networks to develop necessary supports and solutions to meet their goals and needs 7. Assisting individuals, families and carers to access supports and services in their local area that they need to pursue their identified goals and needs Community Awareness and Engagement 1. Actively supporting positive partnerships between individuals, families, carers, local businesses and organisations and the broader community to build a more inclusive, welcoming and accessible community 2. Developing a sound understanding of the key issues for people with disabilities in the local area to inform local planning. 3. Actively participating in and contributing to the local community and businesses, including community-driven education and capacity building. 4. Building and maintaining a current working knowledge of local community supports and services Show less

      • NDIS Local Area Coordinator

        Oct 2019 - Aug 2020
      • Ability Linker

        Aug 2018 - Oct 2019
    • Settlement Services International

      Aug 2020 - Oct 2020
      NDIS Local Area Coordinator
    • Ethnic Community Services Co-operative (ECSC)

      Jan 2021 - Oct 2021
      Project Officer / Disability Advocate

      ETHNIC PEOPLE WITH DISABILITY PROGRAM (EPDP)We are involved in a range of projects working across NSW to promote the human rights of people with disability from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) backgrounds. We work with CALD communities, multicultural and disability sector service providers and policy makers to promote diversity and inclusion. We build capacity of mainstream service providers to become culturally appropriate through staff coaching, training and policy development. Show less

    • Flourish Australia

      Oct 2021 - now

      Assist Program Manager with overall program support. Provide supervision and guidance to NDIS Mental Health Officers. The NDIS Mental Health Officer Program, in partnership with Sydney Local Health District, will assist people with psychosocial disability to access support through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).

      • NDIS Mental Health Officer Coordinator

        Sept 2024 - now
      • NDIS Mental Health Officer (Sydney LHD)

        Oct 2021 - Nov 2024
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • EFSET Quick English Check - Score: Advanced / Proficient (CEFR C1/C2)

      EF Education First
      View certificate certificate
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Time Keeper/Scorer

      Issued by Sporting Wheelies and Disabled Association on Nov 2016
      Sporting Wheelies and Disabled AssociationAssociated with Rohini Rai