How did you first come to the disability sector? Prior to working in the disability sector, I had the opportunity to work in both aged care and hospital setting. However, after completing my nursing degree, I wanted to use my skills and expertise in a different sector within healthcare and that’s when I decided to join the disability sector. I had previously heard about NDIS and the disability service providers…
How did you first come to the disability sector? In disability sector I knew that I can excel in this job. Being a Registered Nurse in the Philippines, I handled a lot of clients especially under geriatrics and paediatrics. I studied my Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) here in Australia and with that knowledge and skills I can apply what I learned. As an experienced nurse for more than…
How did you first come to the disability sector? I found the disability sector with the help of a colleague before he introduced me to work in the said sector, and as a Registered Nurse in my country (Philippines) I have all the background that I need to pursue this career. I just tried and eventually loved this job, because there was no difference in my job before. It’s just…
How did you first come to the disability sector? When I first came to Australia as a dependent on my spouse’s work Visa, I was excited about the various opportunities to start my career here and I started in the hospitality sector. After taking an extended maternity break, I was looking to restart my career and learned about the disability and home care sector from a friend. I’ve started my…
Presently there are 17 nursing homes stretched across Australia that have been forced to shut down due to the residents and medical staff being diagnosed with Coronavirus (COVID-19). People are losing lives, and the general dealings of the nation are being affected. The situation itself is no longer a joke – people are losing lives and suffering as a result of this pandemic. A big portion of those who are…