SOCIAL WORKER
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Registered Social Worker with over 6 years of experience delivering statutory, clinical, and employee wellness services across government, healthcare, and academic settings. Skilled in psychosocial assessments, counselling, crisis intervention, trauma debriefing, and programme coordination. Proven ability to implement prevention and early intervention programmes, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and manage wellness initiatives.
Experienced in working with adolescents, students, and employees, with a strong focus on mental health, substance use, and holistic wellbeing. Currently pursuing an MBA to strengthen strategic, leadership, and programme management capabilities.
Statutory Social Worker – School (Grade 1) at Department of Social Development (2026-02 – Present)
Conduct statutory investigations and psychosocial assessments in line with the Children's Act. Perform home visits, compile court reports for foster care and child protection matters, monitor and supervise foster care placements, implement prevention programmes in schools, and maintain accurate case records.
Statutory Social Worker – Field (Grade 1) at Department of Social Development (2024-04 – 2026-02)
Provided counselling and psychosocial support to learners and families. Conducted assessments and implemented early intervention programmes. Identified and supported children in need of care and protection. Developed support plans with educators, parents, and stakeholders. Facilitated awareness programmes on mental health and substance abuse.
Programme (COPE) Coordinator / Social Worker at Akeso Arcadia Clinic (2022-09 – 2024-03)
Coordinated psychoeducation and rehabilitation programmes for patients with dual diagnosis. Facilitated group therapy sessions, conducted patient assessments, participated in multidisciplinary team meetings, maintained clinical records, and supported discharge planning.
Project Coordinator & EAP Administrator at Therapy On The Go (2022-04 – 2022-08)
Coordinated Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) services. Provided trauma debriefing and counselling to employees. Organised wellness workshops and mental health campaigns. Managed stakeholder relationships and compiled programme reports.
Contract Grant Administrator at South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) (2021-12 – 2022-03)
Processed and verified social grant applications. Provided client support and administrative services. Conducted quality control checks on applications and assisted with Social Relief of Distress processes.
Employee Health & Wellness Practitioner Intern at Tshwane University of Technology (2019-07 – 2019-10)
Designed and implemented employee wellness programmes. Provided counselling and EAP services to staff. Coordinated wellness days and awareness initiatives. Compiled reports and analysed programme outcomes.
Clinical Social Work Intern at Potchefstroom Hospital (2019-03 – 2019-05)
Provided psychosocial support to patients and families. Conducted individual, group, and trauma counselling. Assisted with access to healthcare and community services. Participated in multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Master of Business Administration in MBA – Boston City Campus
Postgraduate Diploma in Management – Boston City Campus
Bachelor of Social Work in Social Work – North-West University
National Senior Certificate in Matric – Resolofetse Secondary School
