Perfect Bazahica

Compassionate and dedicated Registered Social Worker with experience providing clinical and community-based support to diverse populations. Skilled in psychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, case management, advocacy, counselling, and systems navigation. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and community agencies to support individuals and families facing complex social, emotional, and health-related challenges.

Committed to culturally responsive, client-centered, and strength-based practice.

Assistant Teacher - Children's Place

• Support children's social, emotional, and developmental growth in a safe and inclusive environment.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Observe and document children's development and communicate effectively with families.
• Support children experiencing behavioural, emotional, or social challenges.
• Collaborate with educators and families to promote children's well-being and success.

Community and Clinical Social Worker - Jesuit Refugee Service (JRS)

(2020-01 - 2023-12)

• Conducted comprehensive client assessments and developed individualized service plans.
• Provided emotional support, crisis intervention, and counselling to refugees, newcomers, and vulnerable populations.
• Assisted clients with housing, healthcare access, income support, immigration-related concerns, and community integration.
• Advocated for clients and connected them with appropriate community resources and services.
• Maintained accurate case documentation and confidential client records.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to ensure continuity of care.
• Utilized strength-based and client-centered approaches to support client goals and resilience.

Social Work Intern (Hospital Placement) - St John of God Hospital

(2022-02 - 2022-12)

• Conducted psychosocial assessments and participated in discharge planning.
• Provided counselling and emotional support to patients and families.
• Assisted patients in accessing community resources and support services.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address patient needs.
• Completed case notes and maintained documentation in electronic medical records.

Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work - The Catholic University of Malawi (2023)