Rhaine Das

Master of Social Work student with over three years of field, internship, and research experience across mental health, child protection, rural development, and CSR-led rehabilitation programmes. Skilled in community organisation, group work, casework, and social work research, with hands-on exposure to psychosocial assessment, data collection, and evidence-based reporting. Seeking to contribute to NGO and research-based roles focused on community development and social welfare.

Intern at National Thermal Power Corporation- Pakri Barwadih Coal Mining Project (NTPC-PBCMP) (2026-02-01 – 2026-02-28)

• Conducted field-based research under CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) and R&R (Rehabilitation and Resettlement) initiatives, using FGDs (Focus Group Discussions.), case studies, interviews, and direct observation with Project Affected Families to assess rehabilitation, resettlement, and livelihood challenges.
• Developed research and project proposals, analysed field data, prepared reports and presentations, and delivered evidence-based recommendations for livelihood and community programme planning.

Intern at National Institute of Mental Health & Neurosciences (NIMHANS) (2025-10-01 – 2025-10-31)

• Gained hands-on exposure to psychiatric rehabilitation, community psychiatry, neuro-rehabilitation, and child, adolescent, and adult mental health services through direct interaction with service users.
• Conducted psychosocial assessments and supervised counselling; supported case documentation, group interventions, psychoeducation, and mental health awareness programmes within multidisciplinary teams.

Intern at Surul Suprity Society (2025-06-15 – 2025-07-01)

• Conducted field-based social research using interviews, FGDs, case studies, and household surveys; developed data collection tools and gathered qualitative and quantitative data on health, education, and livelihood needs.
• Analysed research findings, prepared reports, and contributed recommendations for programme planning and organisational policy formulation.

Field Project Associate (ICDS & Nutrition) at Ambuja Foundation (2024-09-02 – 2024-09-30)

• Conducted community-based nutrition assessments of children aged 0-6 years through ICDS centres; identified SAM (Severe Acute Malnutrition) and MAM (Moderate Acute Malnutrition) cases and facilitated referrals for intervention.
• Coordinated with Anganwadi Workers to support health and nutrition programmes, awareness campaigns, and community mobilisation activities.

Intern at Sanlaap (2024-08-01 – 2024-08-30)

• Provided psychosocial rehabilitation support to trafficked and vulnerable girls through structured group activities, life skills education, and emotional support.
• Assisted in child protection and case management, including psychosocial assessment, safety planning, and coordination with stakeholders for rehabilitation and reintegration.

Field Work at Maha Sangha, Department of Women & Child Development

One year of agency field work

Field Work at Integrated Counselling & Testing Centre, Bolpur Sub-Divisional Hospital

Ten days of field work

Field Work at Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan

Ten days of field work

Master of Social Work in Social Work – Visva-Bharati University (2024 – 2026)

Bachelor of Social Work in Social Work – Visva-Bharati University (2021 – 2024)

Pre-Degree Examination in Humanities – Patha Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University (2021 – 2021)

School Certificate Examination – Patha Bhavana, Visva-Bharati University (2019 – 2019)