Abraham K Varghese
Drogheda,Meath
Summary
A highly qualified and CORU-registered Social Care Worker with over a decade of diverse experience spanning frontline social care, social work academic leadership, and child protection. Proven expertise in delivering person-centered care, managing complex behaviors, and holding senior position in management and leading leading administrative departments. Committed to evidence-based practice and fostering inclusive environments for vulnerable populations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Senior Social Care Worker
Redwood Extended Care Facility
Stamullen, Ireland
2023.01 - Current
- Execute and deliver person-centered care for intellectually disabled residents in line with national regulations and standards.
- Develop and implement individualized Positive Behavior Support plans to manage behaviors of concern.
- Administer medications and maintain professional clinical documentation and resident files.
- Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams and families to ensure holistic support for residents.
- Perform routine Health and Safety checks and comprehensive Risk Assessments.
Project Associate- Social Work
Project Cell, BSSS
Bhopal, India
2022.12 - Current
- Coordinated and supported HIV/AIDS training programs under the Social Work Intervention initiative.
- Managed project documentation, digital records, and MIS reporting for training activities.
- Developed health education and HIV prevention awareness modules.
- Assisted in writing project proposals and submitting RFPs to government and funding agencies.
- Conducted baseline and endline surveys, including data collection and analysis using analytical tools.
HoD & Assistant Professor- Social Work
BSSS
Bhopal, India
2016.07 - 2023.01
- Led the Social Work Department and chaired the Board of Studies, contributing to curriculum development and university representation.
- Delivered Social Work UG and PG lectures in Medical & Psychiatry and Human Growth & Development; trained students under the B.Voc TISS-SVE program.
- Supervised clinical fieldwork and guided MSW and BSW students in research and field practice.
- Managed social development projects and served as Co-Principal Investigator for the Government of India’s Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.
- Organised academic seminars, conferences, and community outreach programs in collaboration with government agencies, NGOs, and industry partners.
Rehabilitation Officer
Childline India
Bhopal, India
2014.06 - 2016.05
- Prepared Social Investigation Reports (SIR) and facilitated child production before the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) to ensure legal protection and compliance.
- Developed individual care plans and aftercare strategies for special case children using trauma-informed counseling and reintegration support.
- Organized capacity-building trainings for field staff and childcare authorities on rehabilitation, vocational training, and behavioral therapy.
- Supported rescue operations and crisis response, coordinating legal aid, child profiling, and translation services for trafficked and runaway children.
- Led IEC development and community outreach, strengthening coordination with government departments and NGOs within child protection networks.
Field Work Coordinator
Tata Institute of Social Sciences-SVE
Mumbai, India
2015.06 - 2016.04
- Led community outreach and surveys to identify school dropouts and recruit candidates for vocational Child & Geriatric Care programs.
- Coordinated training delivery and supervised students during practical field placements in professional care settings.
- Provided career counseling and mentorship to support student retention and successful job placement.
- Conducted field inspections in nursing homes and shelters to ensure quality standards and assess student performance.
- Supported project operations through stakeholder coordination, documentation, reporting, and administrative assistance.
Education
Master of Arts - Criminology & Police Science
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University
Tirunelveli, India 2013.05 - 2015.08
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
New Theological College
Dehradun, India 2008.06 - 2012.05
Master of Arts - Social Work
The Bhopal School of Social Sciences
Bhopal, India 2012.06 - 2014.06
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Annamalai University
Annamalai Nagar, India 2009.06 - 2012.06
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Care planning
- Medication Administration
- Therapeutic interactions
- Expertise in disability rights
- Crisis Intervention
- Empathetic communication
- Complex case handling
- Behaviour management strategies
- Multidisciplinary teamwork
- Problem-solving model
- Solution-focused therapy
- Basic life support training
- Managing diversity
Certification
1) CORU Ireland- Social Care Worker (Reg no. SCW003500)
2) Indian Council of Social Welfare India- Social Worker (Reg no. ICSW/LF/1473/19-21)
3) Lifetime membership to Indian Society of Criminology (ISC).
4) Lifetime membership to National Association of Professional Social Workers in India (NAPSWI).
Timeline
Senior Social Care Worker
Redwood Extended Care Facility
2023.01 - Current
Project Associate- Social Work
Project Cell, BSSS
2022.12 - Current
HoD & Assistant Professor- Social Work
BSSS
2016.07 - 2023.01
Field Work Coordinator
Tata Institute of Social Sciences-SVE
2015.06 - 2016.04
Rehabilitation Officer
Childline India
2014.06 - 2016.05
Master of Arts - Criminology & Police Science
Manonmaniam Sundaranar University
2013.05 - 2015.08
Master of Arts - Social Work
The Bhopal School of Social Sciences
2012.06 - 2014.06
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Annamalai University
2009.06 - 2012.06
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
New Theological College
2008.06 - 2012.05