Generic Social worker (Intake component) at Child Welfare Tshwane (2004-01 – 2006-12)
- Investigated cases of abuse, neglect, or exploitation, and determine the appropriate level of intervention required to ensure the child's protection.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to carefully evaluate the safety and overall well-being of children.
- Managed caseload and took a proactive role in developing and implementing individualized case plans for children and families.
- Offered counselling and support to children and families who are going through challenging situations.
- Provided guidance to enhance parenting skills, assist in dealing with trauma, and help resolve conflicts within families, fostering healthier relationships and well-being.
- Placement of children in situations where their safety was compromised, and facilitated appropriate alternative placements.
- Monitored foster care arrangements, residential care facilities, or adoption processes to ensure that the child's safety, security, and well-being are prioritized throughout the entire transition.
- Collaborated and networked actively with a wide range of stakeholders, such as government agencies, schools, healthcare providers, and community organizations to establish robust networks that strengthen child protection mechanisms and promote the welfare of vulnerable individuals.
- Engaged in valuable community outreach programs, educational campaigns, and workshops to raise awareness about child rights, prevention of child abuse, and the availability of support services.
- Monitored the progress and effectiveness of the programs by collecting data, conducting evaluations, and gathering feedback from participants and stakeholders to assess the impact of the services provided.
- Oversee the implementation of programs for persons with disabilities including program structures.
- Participated in relevant forums, committees, and networks to share best practices, exchange knowledge, and ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to supporting persons with disabilities.
- Coordinated resources and support services for persons with disabilities, establish partnerships, networks, to ensure the availability of wide-range of resources.
- Advocated for persons with disabilities, raising awareness about their rights, promoting inclusive practices, and challenging discriminatory attitudes and barriers.
- Facilitating activities, workshops, support groups, and skill-building sessions that promote inclusion, independence, and overall well-being.
- Conducted needs assessment to identify the specific requirements of individuals with disabilities. This involved understanding their physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs, as well as assessing the availability and accessibility of resources and services.
- Care and support to people infected and affected by HIV and Aids.
- Identification of children and families in need of care and support: facilitating access to Social grants and food parcels, providing counselling to address the psycho-social needs of the families in need and vulnerable children.
- Advocating for rights of people living with HIV.
- Addressing discrimination, stigmatization and disclosure of HIV and Aids.
- HIV and Aids awareness campaigns.
- Providing supervision to care-workers
Social worker and Coordinating program of Person with disabilities at Dept of Social Welfare and Population (2006-01 – 2007-12)
- Monitored the progress and effectiveness of the programs by collecting data, conducting evaluations, and gathering feedback from participants and stakeholders to assess the impact of the services provided.
- Oversee the implementation of programs for persons with disabilities including program structures.
- Participated in relevant forums, committees, and networks to share best practices, exchange knowledge, and ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to supporting persons with disabilities.
- Coordinated resources and support services for persons with disabilities, establish partnerships, networks, to ensure the availability of wide-range of resources.
- Advocated for persons with disabilities, raising awareness about their rights, promoting inclusive practices, and challenging discriminatory attitudes and barriers.
- Facilitating activities, workshops, support groups, and skill-building sessions that promote inclusion, independence, and overall well-being.
- Conducted needs assessment to identify the specific requirements of individuals with disabilities. This involved understanding their physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs, as well as assessing the availability and accessibility of resources and services.
Generic Social Worker at Tateni Home Care and Nursing Services (2007-01 – 2008-12)
- Care and support to people infected and affected by HIV and Aids.
- Identification of children and families in need of care and support: facilitating access to Social grants and food parcels, providing counselling to address the psycho-social needs of the families in need and vulnerable children.
- Advocating for rights of people living with HIV.
- Addressing discrimination, stigmatization and disclosure of HIV and Aids.
- HIV and Aids awareness campaigns.
- Providing supervision to care-workers
Generic Social worker at North Gauteng Mental Health (2009-01 – 2010-12)
- Render statutory services to children and families.
- Present foster care and adoption cases to Children's Court within the Area and also provide support services to the vulnerable groups.
- Provided intervention techniques to support clients experiencing acute distress, suicidal ideation, and ensure clients received appropriate care and follow-up services.
- Rendered psychoeducation to individuals and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, medication management, and coping skills.
- Developed individual treatment plans with clients, their families, and interdisciplinary teams to establish goals and interventions that address mental health issues, promote recovery, and enhance overall well-being.
- Facilitated support group sessions for clients to understand their condition, reduce stigma, and empower them to actively participate in their recovery.
- Referred clients to relevant professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and occupational therapists, to provide comprehensive care.
- Outreach and Education in schools, and communities to educate the public on mental health issues and in navigating complex systems and help them assert their rights.
- Documented and maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client assessments, treatment plans, interventions, and progress.
Generic Social worker at Department of Social Development (Moretele office) (2011-01 – 2015-12)
- Identifying potential risks and connecting children and families to necessary services and resources including referrals of children in need of protection, both for short-term and long-term support.
- Removal and Placement of Children from unsafe family environments and arranged for appropriate placements that prioritize the child's safety and well-being, such as foster care or residential facilities, providing a stable and nurturing environment.
- Direct Work with Children to address their specific needs and safeguard their overall well-being by applying the relevant interviewing tools to record the children's views.
- Prepared Court reports, provide expert testimony, and represent the best interests of the child in court. and worked closely with legal professionals, attend hearings, and ensure that the child's rights and safety are upheld throughout the legal process.
- Regularly monitored foster care placements and the progress of children placed in foster care through conducting visits, assessing the quality of care provided, and addressing any concerns or issues that arise.
- Monitored the utilization of the foster care grant provided to families caring for children in need of protection, and ensure that the funds are being utilized appropriately to meet the child's needs and contribute to their overall well-being.
- Provided support to child-headed families where the eldest children cared for their siblings without parental supervision.
- Offered material assistance, such as food, clothing, and other necessities, to alleviate the challenges faced by these families. Additionally, I connected them to available support services and resources in the community.
- Attended regular supervision to be kept abreast of any new developments in the field of social work and also to identify my individual professional needs.
- Render statutory services to children and families.
- Present foster care and adoption cases to Children's Court within the Area and also provide support services to the vulnerable groups.
- Provided intervention techniques to support clients experiencing acute distress, suicidal ideation, and ensure clients received appropriate care and follow-up services.
- Rendered psychoeducation to individuals and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, medication management, and coping skills.
- Developed individual treatment plans with clients, their families, and interdisciplinary teams to establish goals and interventions that address mental health issues, promote recovery, and enhance overall well-being.
- Facilitated support group sessions for clients to understand their condition, reduce stigma, and empower them to actively participate in their recovery.
- Referred clients to relevant professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and occupational therapists, to provide comprehensive care.
- Outreach and Education in schools, and communities to educate the public on mental health issues and in navigating complex systems and help them assert their rights.
- Documented and maintained accurate and up-to-date records of client assessments, treatment plans, interventions, and progress.
Social worker at Department of Justice (Family Advocate office) (2015-01 – 2018-12)
- Involved in court-related duties that encompassed conducting court proceedings, compiling comprehensive reports, and providing expert testimony in both High Court and regional court settings.
- Conducted thorough investigations on cases involving child abduction, particularly those falling under the jurisdiction of the Hague Convention. Ensured adherence to international treaties and utilized expert knowledge of Child Care and Protection services.
- Assessed children and families involved in legal disputes, applying the relevant legislation such as the Divorce and Mediation Act, Domestic Violence Act, and international treaties. Drew upon specialized expertise in Child Care and Protection services for comprehensive evaluations.
- Provided mediation services to families embroiled in care, contact, and guardianship disputes, as mandated by the Children's Act 38 of 2005. Facilitated constructive dialogue and negotiation to reach mutually beneficial resolutions.
- Made appropriate referrals to various multi-agency services, connecting families with relevant resources and support systems to address their specific needs.
- Compiled Parenting Plan Agreements and Parental Responsibilities and Rights Agreements, offering comprehensive guidelines to separated parents in accordance with the provisions of the Children's Act 38 of 2005.
- Collaborated as an active member of a multi-disciplinary team, working closely with professionals from diverse backgrounds to ensure a holistic approach to child protection and family support.
- Conducted timely visits to children, families, and schools as per designated timeframes, actively monitoring their well-being and providing necessary interventions and support.
- Conducted community awareness campaigns to raise awareness and promote understanding of the functions and role of the Office among the public, and education about children's rights.
- Submitting accurate statistics on the last working day of the month
E-tutor for 2nd year social work students (Online) at University of South Africa (2016-01 – 2017-12)
- Assisted with deepening students' understanding of group work formulation processes, the different phases of group work
- Supporting students on integration of theory and practice
Assessor and Facilitator: Auxiliary Social work and Child and Youth Care programs
Adhoc-Projects (2018-01 – Present)
- Assist Wellness Companies with counselling Employees affected by trauma, substance abuse and family members in need of psycho-social services.
