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Eric Wandile Sigwela

Social Worker
Tulbagh

Summary

Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, groups and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Volunteer Counsellor

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group
Cape Town
09.2022 - Current
  • Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
  • Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
  • Developed and expanded referral system of service providers to assist clients in attaining services.
  • Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
  • Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
  • Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
  • Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
  • Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.

Ad Hoc Social Worker

Department of Correctional Services
Cape Town
08.2021 - Current
  • Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
  • Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
  • Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.

Correctional Officer

Department of Correctional Services
Cape Town
06.2021 - Current
  • Inspected work sites and crew trucks for contraband, cleanliness, and safety.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
  • Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.

Prisoners Case Administration

Department of Correctional Services
Cape Town
03.2020 - 03.2021

• Manage admission and release of inmates.

• Control inmate’s movements.

• Maintain inmate’s records.

• Administrate inmate’s labor.

• Maintain safe custody.

Volunteer Social Worker

Department of Correctional Services
Cape Town
01.2018 - 03.2019
  • Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
  • Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
  • Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
  • Monitor the care and safety of children already identified as being at risk.

Education

Bachelor of Arts Honours - Psychology

University of South Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2020 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Social Science - Social Work

University of Fort Hare
East London, South Africa
01.2013 - 09.2017

Grade 12 -

Ntsonkotha Senior Secondary School
Lady Frere, South Africa
01.2012 - 12.2012

Certification - Corrections Services Learnership

Kroonstad College
Kroonstad, South Africa
03.2019 - 03.2020

Certification - Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry

The National School of Government
NSG ELearning
08.2022 - 09.2022

Certification - Know And Live Our Constitution

The National School of Government
NSG ELearning
04.2022 - 08.2022

Certification - Writing For Government: Basic Writing Skills

The National School OfGovernment
NSG ELearning
06.2022 - 07.2022

Certification - Ethics in The Public Service

The National School of Government
NSG ELearning
06.2022 - 07.2022

Course - Personal-Growth

Lifeline Western Cape
Cape Town, South Africa
01.2023 - 03.2023

Skills

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Timeline

Course - Personal-Growth

Lifeline Western Cape
01.2023 - 03.2023

Volunteer Counsellor

The South African Depression and Anxiety Group
09.2022 - Current

Certification - Nyukela Public Service SMS Pre-entry

The National School of Government
08.2022 - 09.2022

Certification - Writing For Government: Basic Writing Skills

The National School OfGovernment
06.2022 - 07.2022

Certification - Ethics in The Public Service

The National School of Government
06.2022 - 07.2022

Certification - Know And Live Our Constitution

The National School of Government
04.2022 - 08.2022

Ad Hoc Social Worker

Department of Correctional Services
08.2021 - Current

Correctional Officer

Department of Correctional Services
06.2021 - Current

Prisoners Case Administration

Department of Correctional Services
03.2020 - 03.2021

Bachelor of Arts Honours - Psychology

University of South Africa
01.2020 - 06.2022

Certification - Corrections Services Learnership

Kroonstad College
03.2019 - 03.2020

Volunteer Social Worker

Department of Correctional Services
01.2018 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Social Science - Social Work

University of Fort Hare
01.2013 - 09.2017

Grade 12 -

Ntsonkotha Senior Secondary School
01.2012 - 12.2012
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