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Education
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Like Soft Ball and Soccer
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Virginia Thebe

Carrickmacross,Ireland
Virginia Thebe

Summary

Seasoned Social Worker specializing in situational assessments, conflict resolution and effective communication. Services clients to promote optimum mental, emotional and behavioral health in collaboration with other members of health care team. Demonstrates psycho-social assessment, treatment planning and advocacy skills.

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.

Work History

Palapye District Council
Palapye

Social Welfare Officer

Job overview

  • Evaluated program effectiveness by collecting data from surveys, interviews, focus groups.
  • Investigated reports of child abuse or neglect according to state laws and regulations.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss best practices for addressing client concerns.
  • Attended court hearings in order to represent the interests of clients who are involved in legal proceedings.
  • Facilitated referrals to other social service providers when necessary.
  • Educated clients about available benefits programs such as food stamps, housing assistance, Medicaid and Medicare coverage.
  • Prepared written reports summarizing assessments and recommendations regarding client cases.
  • Coordinated resources available through government agencies and private organizations to ensure that client needs were met.
  • Conducted periodic reviews of existing services in order to identify gaps or opportunities for improvement.
  • Engaged with clients, community organizations, and other stakeholders to address social welfare issues.
  • Identified potential areas of risk or danger for vulnerable populations such as children or elderly adults.
  • Assessed the needs of clients and their families in order to develop individualized plans for service delivery.
  • Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics and provide support services.
  • Monitored progress of clients' cases by maintaining detailed records of all interactions with them.
  • Assessed clients for neglect and abusive situations to compile documentation for court hearings and reports.
  • Performed psychosocial assessments and documented casework.

Education

University of South Africa
Pretoria

High School Diploma
10-2004

University Overview

Skills

  • Shelter arrangements
  • Client Advocacy
  • Policy Interpretation
  • Behavior Management
  • Patient Counseling
  • Family Counseling
  • Referral Coordination
  • Professionalism
  • Decision-Making
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Team Collaboration
  • Oral communication
  • Time Management
  • Play therapy
  • Dependency investigation units
  • Skilled community-based case manager
  • Substance abuse treatments
  • Motivational enhancement therapy
  • Medicare and Medicaid applications
  • Psychosocial assessments expert
  • Depression and anxiety specialist
  • Knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology
  • Group therapy specialist
  • Maintenance and Repair
  • Google Workspace
  • Dependable and Responsible

Timeline

Social Welfare Officer
Palapye District Council
University of South Africa
High School Diploma
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time offCompany Culture

Like Soft Ball and Soccer

Like Soft Ball and Soccer

I am a retired softball player and i like watching soccer(soccer fanatic)

Accomplishments

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  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
  • Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
  • Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
Virginia Thebe