Ramona Wijerathna
@ramonawijerathna
Caring and reliable support worker with hands-on experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a dedicated support worker with extensive experience in aged care, disability support, and childcare, primarily in Sri Lanka. My hands-on approach has allowed me to provide compassionate care to elderly patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity while assisting with daily living activities. I am certified in NDIS Worker Orientation and NSW Food Handling, which enhances my ability to deliver safe and effective support.
Throughout my career, I have developed strong skills in personal care assistance, emotional and behavioral support, and meal preparation. My experience as a customer care executive has further honed my communication skills, enabling me to provide empathetic service to clients with diverse needs. I am passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of those I support and am committed to continuous professional development.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Care Support Worker
Sadasarana Healthcare
Jan 2020 - Present (5 years 6 months)
Provided personal care and support to elderly patients at Colombo North Teaching Hospital, assisting with daily living activities including showering, grooming, toileting, and mobility. Monitored patient wellbeing and reported concerns to medical staff and family members, maintaining patient comfort and dignity while offering emotional support in a hospital setting.
Kitchen Handling Assistant
Prima Group
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 6 months)
Helped prepare bakery items like bread and buns, and made meals for patients in hospitals such as Nawaloka, Asiri Surgical, and Lanka Hospitals. Kept the kitchen clean and followed food safety rules, organizing ingredients and assisting with stock checks.
Customer Care Executive
Sri Lanka Telecom PLC
Jul 2008 - Present (17 years)
Delivered empathetic customer service across phone, email, and in-person channels, resolving service issues and enquiries through active listening and problem-solving. Provided patient, step-by-step support to elderly and vulnerable customers with limited technical knowledge, maintaining accurate records while ensuring confidentiality and respectful communication in high-pressure situations.
Education
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London Management Qualifications
Graduate Diploma, Business Management
Completed a Level 6 Graduate Diploma in Business Management. This program provided comprehensive knowledge in various aspects of business operations and management principles.
Gateway Centre for Information Technology
Diploma, Computer Studies
Grade: Honors Pass
Achieved an Honors Pass in the Diploma in Computer Studies. This course focused on fundamental computer science concepts and practical IT skills.
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