Tarryn Gysman
Social Worker
Knysna
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Child Protection Social Worker with experience in assessing and supporting children and families. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing intervention plans, and providing counseling and crisis support. Able to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams and navigate complex systems to protect vulnerable children, with a strong commitment to positive outcomes in child welfare.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Social Worker
Badisa, Knysna
08.2025 - Current
- Conduct follow-ups on Form 22 within 48 hours.
- Conduct assessments of clients’ social, emotional, and financial needs.
- Develop intervention and support plans for children, families, and vulnerable adults.
- Provide counseling, guidance, and crisis intervention.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care.
- Monitor client progress and update plans as needed.
- Facilitate group sessions and workshops (life skills, parenting, community support).
- Advocate for clients’ rights and access to services.
- Maintain accurate case records and reports.
- Participate in training and professional development.
- Facilitated Therapeutic Socio-Emotional Learning Groups
- Built strong, trust-based relationships with clients, facilitating effective support and advocacy.
- Promoted family reunification and stability, conducting assessments and providing tailored family support services.
- Supported clients' emotional and psychological well-being through provision of counseling and support groups.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for clients.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
Education
Bachelors of Social Work -
Hugenote Kollege
04.2001 -
Skills
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Ability to work under pressure
- Can function in a group setting as well as independently
Additional Information
Driver’s License: Code B
Timeline
Social Worker
Badisa, Knysna
08.2025 - Current
Bachelors of Social Work -
Hugenote Kollege
04.2001 -