STELLAMARIS LINDA WANJIKU
Nairobi
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven Medical Social Work graduate with practical experience in community health, patient advocacy, psychosocial support, and health-related administration. Skilled in patient assessments, supporting vulnerable populations, coordinating community programs, and collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. Experienced in documentation, monitoring and evaluation, health education, and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Medical Social Work Attachment
Thika Level 5 Hospital
11.2024 - 01.2025
- - Conducted 50+ patient psychosocial assessments and provided counseling support under supervision.
- - Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to support holistic patient care planning.
- - Documented case notes and contributed to monitoring and evaluation activities within hospital programs.
Office Administrator
Avtech Systems
08.2024 - 01.2025
- - Coordinated office operations including scheduling, correspondence, and records management to support smooth daily workflows.
- - Maintained client databases and filing systems, improving accessibility and accuracy of organizational records.
- - Prepared administrative reports, presentations, and official documentation for management use.
- - Oversaw inventory tracking and procurement of office supplies, ensuring uninterrupted office operations.
- - Liaised with internal departments and external stakeholders to support effective communication.
Community Health Volunteer (CHV)
Mwamko Foundation
11.2023 - 03.2024
- - Facilitated 12+ community health outreach sessions, reaching over 600 residents with education on hygiene, maternal health, and disease prevention.
- - Conducted follow-ups and referrals for 50+ vulnerable clients, providing psychosocial support and linkage to services.
- - Collected and analysed community health data, improving program reporting accuracy by approximately 30%.
- - Participated in a community-based research project on utilisation of Universal Healthcare Services in Mathare North.
Medical Social Work Attachment
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH)
11.2023 - 01.2024
- - Conducted 50+ patient case assessments and supported development of discharge and continuity-of-care plans.
- - Facilitated patient and family support sessions, including basic counseling and psychoeducation.
- - Prepared reports and coordinated with healthcare teams to support improved patient outcomes.
Education
Kenya Sign Language (KSL) – Level 1 - undefined
Karen Technical Training Institute for the Deaf
Nairobi12.2025
Diploma - Medical Social Work
Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC)
Nairobi06.2025
Computer Packages – Level 1 - undefined
Lukenya College
Emali03.2022
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined
Rombo Girls Secondary School
Rombo11.2019
Skills
- Case Management & Patient Advocacy
- Community Health Outreach & Engagement
- Psychosocial Support & Basic Counseling
- Mental Health Support Services
- Health Education & Promotion
- Monitoring, Evaluation & Documentation
- Report Writing & Data Analysis
- Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement
- Program Coordination
- Office Administration & Records Management
- Scheduling, Correspondence & Database Management
LANGUAGES
- English – Fluent
- Kiswahili – Fluent
- Kenya Sign Language (KSL) – Basic
References
- Joseph, Kimanzi, Medical Social Worker, joseph.kimanzi@kutrrh.go.ke, 0717 939 272, Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH)
- Charles, Henry, Lecturer, chenry@kmtc.ac.ke, 0717 028 940, Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC)
- Irene Nthenya, Onyango, Director, info@smart-home.co.ke, 0722 660 573, Avtech Systems
Timeline
Medical Social Work Attachment
Thika Level 5 Hospital
11.2024 - 01.2025
Office Administrator
Avtech Systems
08.2024 - 01.2025
Community Health Volunteer (CHV)
Mwamko Foundation
11.2023 - 03.2024
Medical Social Work Attachment
Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral & Research Hospital (KUTRRH)
11.2023 - 01.2024
Kenya Sign Language (KSL) – Level 1 - undefined
Karen Technical Training Institute for the Deaf
Diploma - Medical Social Work
Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC)
Computer Packages – Level 1 - undefined
Lukenya College
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) - undefined
Rombo Girls Secondary School