Paperwork for days I'd say!
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that was what I was imagining...
February
I think, therefore I am, I think ...
Ouch!I got bitten at work today. Perks of being a disability support workerthankfully it didn’t break the skin, still a fun day on the job!
My friend looks after a 13 year old Autistic boy, and for a 13 year old he's very strong. He hit out at her a week ago and severely bruised her upper arm. As she said not his fault. It happens. It's a shame.
Yeah there’s a fair bir of paperwork. But as @February ’s friend said - it happens. I work with high needs challenging behaviour clients.
I remember in my interview I was asked how I felt about being hit, kicked, spat on, pinched etc. It’s part of the job and that was my answer.
I don’t want to paint it in too harsh a light, I legitimately love my job. When they lash out it’s undoubtedly due to some underlying issue that they’re not able to communicate. I work hard to develop a rapport so that I understand and am able to meet their needs as best as humanly possible.
I remember in my interview I was asked how I felt about being hit, kicked, spat on, pinched etc. It’s part of the job and that was my answer.
I don’t want to paint it in too harsh a light, I legitimately love my job. When they lash out it’s undoubtedly due to some underlying issue that they’re not able to communicate. I work hard to develop a rapport so that I understand and am able to meet their needs as best as humanly possible.
Oh and it’s like a bruise, as it didn’t break the skin. Isn’t too painful! I’ll live.
The paperwork is FAR more painful haha.
February
I think, therefore I am, I think ...
I admire you people greatly. You do an amazing job ❤
Nah people say this too often. Volunteers in the community are amazing. I’m PAID to do it.
February
I think, therefore I am, I think ...
But you still chose to do it and it isn't easy. Not everyone is cut out to do it. My friend is a nanny, so she gets paid too. Not easy money for the hard work and commitment she puts in.
Anyway. I think you're special.people.
jessy_girl
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I got bitten at work today. Perks of being a disability support worker
Oh no! I was initially picturing this with you as a teacher and it did take me back to my days in early childhood, another industry where biting might be expected.
Hope you are ok!
Haha yeah I’m all good, really!
I gave up teaching… too much admin and extra pressure on teachers. Working as a Disability Support Worker now and absolutely love it!
jessy_girl
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Yeah teaching kind of sucks, but so much respect for this who do it. And good on you for finding a new rewarding career and taking things like being bitten in your stride!
jessy_girl
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I’m trying to get Mike to come back but so far he is too cool for this floundering thread. Anyway, he has some news that I think BBB is the perfect place to share.
Wow. Too cool for us hey: maybe we don’t want you back anyway @Miiiiike … lol … nah come back mate.
I’m in Melbourne this weekend and just got back from 4th Guy Sebastian concert. If that doesn’t make me cool then I don’t know what does
Mooseface
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Ooooooh…..? Now we need to know what it is.
jessy_girl
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Wow. Too cool for us hey: maybe we don’t want you back anyway @Miiiiike … lol … nah come back mate.
I’m in Melbourne this weekend and just got back from 4th Guy Sebastian concert. If that doesn’t make me cool then I don’t know what does
Hahaha I’m sure he is sold. Sounds fun!
jessy_girl
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Ok i think I will summon @MADONNA for this one because they seem like the person most likely to appreciate this development
jessy_girl
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I did! A long time ago now.
Oh honey, you know we love you anyway.just got back from 4th Guy Sebastian concert. If that doesn’t make me cool then I don’t know what does
