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Dineo Manamela

Dineo Manamela

Social Worker
Johannesburg

Summary

Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Social Worker

Department of Social Development
Pretoria
01.2019 - Current
  • Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
  • Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
  • Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
  • Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
  • Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
  • Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
  • Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
  • Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated psychoeducational classes to help clients develop life skills.
  • Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
  • Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
  • Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
  • Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
  • Implemented community outreach programs to promote older persson's health awareness.
  • Coordinated referrals to community services to help clients obtain needed support.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to enhance quality of social services.
  • Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
  • Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
  • Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower underserved populations.
  • Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program objectives and strategies.
  • Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
  • Collaborated with various stakeholders to promote social services.
  • Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with community members to facilitate outreach activities.
  • Provided support to social service clients in navigating available resources.
  • Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
  • Spoke with senior citizen groups to expand community engagement and program outreach.
  • Monitored and evaluated impact of social services on community.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
  • Assisted in developing grant proposals to support social service initiatives.
  • Completed comprehensive psychosocial evaluations for new residents to identify needs and strengths.
  • Detailed residents' medical and social needs for personnel and arranged for appropriate services.
  • Conduct the more complex and advanced development assessment of group and communities aimed at identifying conditions in groups and communities that justify relevant interventions. Development, implement and monitor community development programmes and NGOS in line with the relevant legislation. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the recommended interventions, report on progress and identify further interventions to address the identified conditions or problems.
  • Study, interpret, apply and give guidance on legislation and policies in the identified work field to stakeholders and other role players.
  • Produce and maintain records of social work interventions, processes and outcomes. Perform administration functions
  • Liaise and attend meetings with other departments and non-governmental organizations to take cognizance of the latest developments in the relevant field.
  • Facilitate and co-ordinate the implementation of special projects in line with the regional operational plan and strategic plan of the department
  • Conduct the first level social work research to identify individual and community needs and development of appropriate programmes and interventions.
  • Development of new organizations, monitor implementationof different legislation pertaining to older persons, disability, child care and protection, victim empowerment, crime prevention, substance abuse programmes implemented by NPOS.
  • Monitoring compliance to the norms and standards in terms of legislation pertaining to older persons, disability, substance abuse, crime prevention, and child care and victim empowerment programs.
  • Monitor and ensure that the clients receive good quality services that wil impact positively in their lives and improve the quality of their lives.

Social Worker

Department of Social Development
Johannesburg
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
  • Performed client screenings and accurately recorded data in case files to facilitate clinical case coordination services and case management duties.
  • Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships.
  • Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
  • Maintained client reports to track client progress, record interventions and provide relevant data for analysis.
  • Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations.
  • Interviewed clients to assess needs and determine most suitable needs and services.
  • Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
  • Developed education and social programs to provide clients with knowledge and skills for healthy, productive lives.
  • Conducted research and wrote reports to provide accurate and up-to-date summaries of client conditions.
  • Facilitated support groups and workshops to provide valuable services to clients.
  • Responded to crises and emergency situations to provide immediate assistance to persons in need.
  • Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
  • Facilitated psychoeducational classes to help clients develop life skills.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
  • Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
  • Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
  • Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
  • Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
  • Implemented community outreach programs to promote healthy eating and active ageing awareness.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
10.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of Johannesburg
Johannesburg
01.2014 - 12.2017

Short Course Diploma - Office Administration

Varsity College
Johannesburg
07.2013 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Wendywood High School
Johannesburg
01.2012 - 12.2012

Skills

Referrals and networking

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Timeline

Master of Arts - Social Work

University of Johannesburg
10.2022 - Current

Social Worker

Department of Social Development
01.2019 - Current

Social Worker

Department of Social Development
01.2017 - 12.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

University of Johannesburg
01.2014 - 12.2017

Short Course Diploma - Office Administration

Varsity College
07.2013 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Wendywood High School
01.2012 - 12.2012

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