Lebohang Mabula
Specialized Social Worker
Summary
Dynamic Specialist Social Worker with a proven track record at the Department of Social Development, excelling in client engagement and cross-functional collaboration. Enhanced community outreach and crisis intervention strategies, empowering vulnerable populations. Skilled in quality assessment and emotional intelligence, fostering resilience and self-sufficiency among clients through tailored support and education. An independent specialized Social Worker known for effectively managing tasks and supporting Departmental goals through collaborative efforts and adaptive strategies. recognized for excellent communication and analytical skills ensuring seamless operations and consistent outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Specialist Social Worker
Department Of Social Development
04.2020 - Current
- Followed Departmental policies and legislations to deliver quality work.
- Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to achieve Awareness's and educational outreaches on time and within budget.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care, protect, support and develop vulnerable clients, families, groups and communities
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance Social work skills.
- Supervised interns and providing direction on best practices in social work and contributing to their professional growth as practitioners.
- Led plenary/and or meetings on topics relevant to client populations served, empowering individuals, families, groups and communities with valuable knowledge and tools for self-advocacy.
- Championed the adoption of new software tools that streamlined workflows across multiple departments.
- Educating and providing services to individuals, victims and survivors of sexual offence on available community resources, Trauma Debriefing, psychosocial support (Shelter Services), connecting them with essential services such as, financial aid, or healthcare providers and legal aid and justice system. Information and referrals.
- Collaborated with schools to address students'' social-emotional needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create supportive learning environments and reducing secondary victimization with children experiencing Domestic violence at home.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts for better service accessibility especially at Police Stations.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing domestic violence, sexual offence, gender based violence and femicide, human trafficking and substance abuse issues as a contributing factor to GBV-F.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
Student Social Worker
Association for Persons With Disabilities
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal client outcomes and facilitated smooth transitions between services.
- Promoted a strengths-based approach when working with clients to build resilience and empower them towards selfsufficiency.
- Provided emotional support to clients through active listening and empathetic communication, fostering strong therapeutic relationships.
- Assisted clients in navigating complex systems such as work and bursaries (for those studying) , healthcare services, or social grants for improved quality of life.
- Facilitated client self-determination by providing education about available resources and empowering them to make informed decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of South Africa
Bloemfontein 04.2001 -
Skills
Client engagement
references
Mrs Disebo Maforvane
Social Work Supervisor
Bloemfontein
9301
Contact Number: 066 477 5075
Ms Dimakatso Qamkane
Social Work Manager (Acting Director)
Private Bag X20616
Bloemfontein
9300
Contact Number: 071 859 1583/ 076483 7250
Mrs Caro Stewart
Social Work Manager
41 Park Rd, Willows
Bloemfontein
Contact Number: 083 302 6247
Timeline
Specialist Social Worker
Department Of Social Development
04.2020 - Current
Student Social Worker
Association for Persons With Disabilities
01.2015 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
University of South Africa
04.2001 -
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