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Melline Ogolla
Social Worker
Nairobi
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Summary
Dedicated School Social Worker offering 5 years of experience in education environments. Familiar with issues such as learning difficulties, socialization problems and emotional needs. Background working in urban areas of poverty with high population of at-risk students. Approachable, focused and motivated worker with extensive knowledge of childhood trauma. Goal-driven Social Worker, successful at cultivating productive relationships with students, families and teachers alike. Passionate about providing needed assistance to build social and academic skills. Decisive and proactive leader. Skilled School Social Worker versed in evaluating, diagnosing and counseling students. Possess strong problem solving and communication skills. 4year education background. Passionate School Social Work Intern with 3 years of experience. Determined to help all students thrive in individual and community settings with extensive knowledge of Area of Child Development Hardworking and enthusiastic with innovative problem-solving and listening skills. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
15
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Imani Childrens HomeNairobi
Social Worker
10.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- 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.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Coordinated external healthcare professionals to uphold high-quality, person-centred care.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
- Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
- Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Here Is Life CBONairobi
Social Worker Intern
01.2017 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Mediated between family members to facilitate conflict resolution and build healthy family relationships.
- Developed education and social programs to provide clients with knowledge and skills for healthy, productive lives.
- Assisted social workers with medical records reviews to facilitate improved performance and quality assurance.
- Facilitated support groups and workshops to provide valuable services to clients.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
- Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
Missions Of Hope InternationalNairobi
SOocial Worker
09.2011 - 04.2013
Job overview
- Volunteered at local community organizations, providing assistance with day-to-day operations.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Missions Of Hope InterntionalNairobi
Assistant Teacher
03.2008 - 03.2009
Job overview
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Oversaw classroom operations during teacher and parent meetings.
- Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
- Supported teacher in preparing individualized learning plans for underperforming students.
- Provided additional mentoring based on student evaluations.
- Delivered supplementary lessons and practice assignments.
Missions Of Hope InternationalNairobi
School Social Worker
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Administered assessments and developed academic goals based on specific disabilities and barriers to learning.
- Maintained compliance with standards relating to child protection, client confidentiality, risk assessment and reporting.
- Collaborated with students, teachers, administrators, parents and outside agencies.
- Observed student behavior and developed behavioral interventions.
- Worked with teachers to implement behavioral improvement plans based on established assessments.
- Monitored students for signs of trauma, abuse and neglect.
- Provided educational support services to students with emotional, intellectual and physical disabilities.
- Assessed clients for abuse and neglect to compile documentation for court reports.
- Created intervention and treatment plans for students in need of assistance.
- Provided case management services, counseling, education and life-skills training to diverse, at-risk student population.
- Supported Child Life Specialist in family group therapy and special activities.
- Collaborated with schools, family services and health care providers to determine services and aid with psychosocial assessments.
- Facilitated family therapy sessions between children, caregivers, and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships.
- Developed and facilitated goal-oriented psycho-education and therapy groups to improve residents' quality of life.
- Evaluated, assessed and diagnosed learning and social issues.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Supported students, teachers and families during crisis situations.
- Monitored student attendance, documented truancy and submitted referrals per requirements.
- Trained and guided teachers on how to identify and support students.
- Provided group and individual counseling to address problems.
Education
Imperial Driving SchoolKisumu,Kenya
Driving Course from Driving Course
01.2019 - 03.2019
Grail Community CollegeNairobi,Kenya
Computer Applications
01.2018 - 05.2018
Jommo Kenyatta University of Science And TechnologNairobi,Kenya
Bachelor Of Science In Medical Social Work from Medical Social Work
09.2022 - Current
Kenya Istitute Of Social Work And Community DeveloNairobi
Diploma from Social Work
04.2009 - 03.2012
Skills
Life skills development
Interests
Travelling
Socializing
Community work
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Timeline
Jommo Kenyatta University of Science And Technolog
Bachelor Of Science In Medical Social Work from Medical Social Work
09.2022 - Current
School Social Worker
Missions Of Hope International
01.2022 - Current
Social Worker
Imani Childrens Home
10.2021 - 01.2022
Imperial Driving School
Driving Course from Driving Course
01.2019 - 03.2019
Grail Community College
Computer Applications
01.2018 - 05.2018
Social Worker Intern
Here Is Life CBO
01.2017 - 05.2020
SOocial Worker
Missions Of Hope International
09.2011 - 04.2013
Kenya Istitute Of Social Work And Community Develo
Diploma from Social Work
04.2009 - 03.2012
Assistant Teacher
Missions Of Hope Interntional
03.2008 - 03.2009
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