Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Expertise in Child & Youth. Respectful and compassionate professional offering 2 -year background serving community by providing guidance for clients in need. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker- Child & Youth
PRATHEEKSHA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
THIRUVALLA, KERALA
07.2022 - 10.2023
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
Built strong, trust-based relationships with clients, facilitating effective support and advocacy.
Social Work Counselor
Pushpagiri Medical Hospital
Thiruvalla, Kerala
06.2021 - 06.2022
Provided individual and family counseling services to clients in need.
Facilitated weekly group therapy sessions for children and adolescents with emotional disturbances.
Assisted clients in developing coping strategies and problem-solving skills to manage life stressors.
Maintained client records according to agency standards and regulations.
Participated in case reviews with other professionals to discuss progress towards goals.
Created a safe environment that encourages open dialogue between clients and staff members.
Drafted reports summarizing assessments, interventions, and other relevant information.
Participated in team meetings with other social workers to review cases, develop service plans.
Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive assessments and creating tailored care plans.
Monitored client progress regularly, adjusting treatment plans as necessary based on data-driven insights.
Improved family dynamics by facilitating group therapy sessions focused on communication and conflict resolution strategies.
Identified community resources to support clients.
Provided group and individual counseling to identify, discuss and resolve problems and issues.
Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work In Counselling
Indira Gandhi University
06-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology And Englsih
Christ University
04-2019
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Clerical Support
Conflict Resolution
Verbal Communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Case Documentation
Records Management
Family Case Management
Motivational Enhancement Therapy
Client Needs Assessment
Compassionate
Self-awareness
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Client Confidentiality
Empathy building
Child Development
Data collection and management
Staff Development
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
WES Equivalency in Canada
Timeline
Social Worker- Child & Youth
PRATHEEKSHA CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE
07.2022 - 10.2023
Social Work Counselor
Pushpagiri Medical Hospital
06.2021 - 06.2022
Master of Social Work - Social Work In Counselling
Indira Gandhi University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Sociology And Englsih