Allison Millgate Email & Phone Number

Growing up I always knew I wanted to eventually have a career in health care as I get satisfaction from helping people. I originally wanted to be a paramedic, but as I got older I decided that front-line work might be a bit too full on for me. Over the years, I have worked in many different industries including retail management, beauty therapy, hospitality, and most recently, health care. I'm currently working as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) for Spinal Life Australia. This role involves personal care (bathing, grooming, bowel therapy, etc.) of clients with spinal cord injuries, as well as completing their therapies with them, assisting with meals and medications, and everything else in their day-to-day routine.I then decided that I wanted to be an occupational therapist after sustaining an injury myself, and realising what an impact they can have on peoples' lives. Specifically, I aspire to work with children with disabilities to improve their quality of life.Some of the skills I use every day that I believe will translate in to occupational therapy include:• Active listening & Communication - Exceptional active listening, written and verbal communication skills allowing effective learning and adaption to new and possibly stressful situations. This is essential as every client I work with will have different wants and needs, and I will need to clearly inform them of their treatment plan.• Problem solving & critical thinking - Level-headed problem solver capable reconciling complex situations with constructive and effective solutions. As mentioned above, every client will need tailored treatments, sometimes on the spot, so problem solving is imperative. • Compassionate, patient, and empathetic personality capable of responding to personal situations with delicacy and professionalism. In my current experience with my clients, I've had to deal with a range of issues which I've approached with the above traits, at all times.