Sobin George

Qualified and Registered Social Worker, accredited by CDA Dubai and Social Care Wales, UK, with over 9 years of experience in medical and psychiatric social work across India. Skilled in delivering person-centred, evidence-based interventions for children, adults, and families in mental health, disability, and crisis support settings. Proficient in safeguarding, multidisciplinary team collaboration, community outreach, and clinical case management.

Proven track record of leadership in residential and outpatient care, including work at a national-level psychiatric institute (NIMHANS).

Senior Social Worker at Amma Multispeciality Clinic (2024-10 to 2026-05)

• Deliver evidence-based psychotherapy for individuals and families facing complex mental health and psychosocial challenges.
• Led and evaluated the SWEET (Student Wellbeing and Education Enhancement) project across 5 schools (CBSE, ICSE, and State syllabuses), integrating social work and clinical counselling.
• Design and implement individualised treatment plans in synergy with multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Lead outreach initiatives and health promotion campaigns to destigmatise mental health and increase service accessibility.
• Oversee a diverse caseload, including high-risk safeguarding referrals, crisis support, and routine reviews.
• Spearhead CSR project drafting, feasibility studies, and fund management to ensure service longevity.

Residential Social Worker at Manasu Home for Mentally Retarded (2022-04 – 2024-10)

• Developed and audited comprehensive rehabilitation plans focused on independence and community reintegration in collaboration with Childline every week.
• Managed critical child protection and vulnerable adult concerns, including the rescue and legal processing of homeless and runaway children.
• Supervised daily residential operations, ensuring high service quality standards and efficient staff scheduling.
• Conducted holistic psychosocial assessments and chaired multidisciplinary care planning meetings.

Research Assistant at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) (2021-01 – 2022-03)

• Provided social work assessments and direct support for individuals with severe and enduring mental illnesses (SMI) in both IP and OP departments.
• Screened 400+ participants for eligibility and conducted standardised clinical assessments using rigorous ethical data collection protocols.
• Facilitated structured interventions and peer engagement programs to improve patient social functioning.

Post Fellowship Trainee at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) (2020-07 – 2020-12)

• Mitigated the psychosocial impact of COVID-19 through the National Psychosocial Helpline, providing crisis intervention and tele-counselling.
• Developed accessible mental health resources specifically tailored for persons with disabilities during the pandemic.
• Coordinated national-level training programs for NGOs and multidisciplinary teams to enhance regional disaster response capabilities.

Counsellor at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) (2018-09 – 2019-06)

• Delivered structured behavioural and motivational counselling for nicotine dependence across various demographics, including sexual minorities, adolescents, and the elderly.
• Conducted psychoeducation sessions to empower caregivers and improve patient adherence to treatment plans.

Social Worker at National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) (2016-09 – 2018-08)

• Supported national-level mental health awareness and resiliency training specifically for CRPF personnel.
• Conducted psychological testing, surveys, and focus group discussions to contribute to peer-reviewed research outputs.
• Delivered self-care and mental health literacy training to CRPF community members living with non-disabilities and disabilities.

Social Worker at The Banyan (NGO) (2015-06 – 2016-08)

• Facilitated over 80+ successful family reintegrations for homeless individuals with severe mental illness and provided telemedicine for preventing relapses.
• Handled complex legal and procedural matters, including court orders and statutory safeguarding documentation.
• Liaised with health, housing, and social services to ensure a seamless continuum of care for vulnerable adults.

Post-Graduate Fellowship in Psychosocial Support in Mental Health in Mental Health – NIIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Science) (2020-01 – 2020-12)

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Social Work – Bharathiar University (2015-01 – 2015-12)

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Psychology – Annamalai University (2012-01 – 2012-12)