Dynamic social worker with extensive experience at the City of Johannesburg, adept at client advocacy and needs assessment. Successfully connected families to vital resources, enhancing their well-being. Skilled in crisis assessment and MS Office, I have effectively supervised foster care placements and facilitated community awareness campaigns, driving impactful change in clients' lives.
Participated in the NPO's business plan panels. Provided support, training, and guidance to NGOs and staff at regional offices. Coordinated and facilitated the capacity building of new and emerging organizations. Conducted a needs assessment of the NPO sector through monitoring and evaluation. Ensured that Public Management Act requirements are met by the NPOs. Oversaw the transformation of the NPO sector. Conducted development quality assurance for NGOs.
Client intake, investigations for children's court inquiry, court attendance, foster care placement supervision, reunification services, report writing, office administration, and prevention programs. Supervision of social auxiliary social workers.
Foster care placements supervision, reconstruction, and reunification services for children and their parents. Life skills group work, screening and training of prospective foster parents, report writing, and counseling.
Outpatient substance abuse prevention and treatment services for clients and families. Prevention services at schools and workplaces. Organized community awareness campaigns, talks, and events. Facilitation of youth diversion programs, aftercare services, and client progress reports for courts and workplaces.
Client needs assessment
MS office
Client advocacy
Crisis assessment