Asmita Neupane
Kogarah,NSW
Summary
I am a highly driven and compassionate recent graduate with a master’s degree in social work from ACAP University College, passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of individuals and communities by leveraging my academic and practical knowledge. I possess strong communication, interpersonal, and research skills, along with a deep commitment to social justice and ethical practice, holding a CALD perspective. I am currently seeking an entry-level social work position where I can gain practical experience, make meaningful contributions, and further develop my skills as a social worker.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aged Care Worker
Bupa Aged Care
Sutherland, Australia
01.2023 - Current
- Built trusting relationships with residents and families by providing compassionate emotional and social support.
- Collaborated with care teams to implement personalised plans addressing physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.
- Assisted with dementia-aware care, ensuring safety, dignity, and comfort for vulnerable residents.
- Acted as a key contact for families, offering guidance and reassurance regarding care processes.
- Maintained detailed documentation of care, interventions, and wellbeing to support accountability and compliance.
Student Internship
Barnardos Australia
Sydney, Australia
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Supported clients facing complex issues including family violence, child protection, and financial distress through home and community visits.
- Conducted trauma-informed assessments, safety planning, and risk assessments (e.g., DVSAT, Perpetrator Mapping Tool).
- Prepared case notes, referral letters, and comprehensive assessments while maintaining ethical and client-centred practice.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and participated in interagency meetings to ensure coordinated service delivery.
- Applied Systems Theory, strengths-based, and intersectional approaches to understand client needs and barriers.
- Enhanced professional skills in communication, cultural humility, critical reflection, and resilience through ACWA Industry Placement Program and Safe and Together training.
Student Internship
ACAP Psychology Clinic
Sydney, Australia
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Developed clinical skills through direct client interactions, including conducting intake assessments, work simulation program and delivering evidence-based interventions like CBT, strength based, trauma-informed and system theories.
- Applied theoretical knowledge in real-life experiences, creating and implementing treatment and professional development plans for diverse clients under supervision.
- Enhanced cultural competence by interacting with clients from various backgrounds, tailoring interventions to individual needs, active listening and empathetic responding.
- Gained proficiency in ethical decision-making and legal compliance, including maintaining confidentiality, following AASW Practice standards and proper documentation.
- Built professional confidence and teamwork through counselling taster programmes, regular supervision, reflective practice, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Program Coordinator
Gramin Jivan Sthar Sudhar Manch
Hetauda, Nepal
01.2018 - 06.2022
- Managed administrative tasks including budgeting, team coordination, and program scheduling.
- Developed and implemented organizational policies and procedures to ensure effective program delivery.
- Administered day-to-day operations, staff trainings and professional development programs, supervised and delegated tasks to team members, and coordinated program activities.
- Handled internal and external program communications to maintain clear and effective information flow among children, staff, management and external parties.
- Delivered high-quality care services to children while supporting staff in maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
- Advocated for children’s well-being, safety, and rights while providing guidance and training to promote personal responsibility.
Orphan Child Home Manager
Gramin Jivan Sthar Sudhar Manch
Hetauda, Nepal
04.2016 - 01.2018
- Managed daily household operations for orphaned children staying in an orphanage home facing social challenges..
- Coordinated schedules and activities for children to ensure smooth routines.
- Developed personalized care plans based on the individual needs of children.
- Conducted regular assessments of living conditions to ensure compliance with standards.
- Organized training sessions for staff to enhance caregiving skills and practices.
- Interacted with outside vendors providing goods or services related to the facility's operation.
Education
Master of Social Work (Qualifying) - Human Service and Social Work
Australian College of Applied Professions
Sydney, NSW05.2025
Graduate Certificate in Human Services - Human Services
Australian College of Applied Professions
Sydney, NSW05.2023
Bachelor in Humanities and Arts - Social Service and Rural Development
Makwanpur Multiple Campus
Hetauda, Nepal12.2018
Skills
- Effective communication
- Empathetic
- Team collaboration
- Adaptable
- Can-do attitude
- Initiative
- Client assessment
- Trauma-informed care
- Ethical decision-making
- Case management
- Cultural competence
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
Certification
- AASW Certified Social Worker
- Working with First Nations People, 05/01/25
- Suicide Prevention and Intervention Skills, 04/01/25
- Family Domestic Violence and Child Aware Practice, 04/01/25
- Safe and Together Model Conference, 03/19/25 - 03/20/25
- Mental Health First Aid Australia, 02/01/23 - 02/01/26
- Child Mental Health Community of Practice – Session 1: Anxiety (NWMPHN, Australia), 04/01/24
- Certificate IV on Ageing Support (CUBE INSTITUTE), 12/01/22
- Training on Child Rights & Child Protection Policy (DCWB, CWIN Hetauda), 04/15/18 - 04/16/18
- Youth for Climate Change Training of Trainers (VSO, ICS), 05/28/17 - 05/29/17
- Governance and Internal Control in NGO (NGO Federation of Nepal), 02/10/17 - 02/13/17
- Psychosocial Care & Support Training (Transcultural Psychosocial Org), 12/07/15 - 12/17/15
Accomplishments
- Dean's Honour Roll - High Distinction on Trimester 2
Languages
Nepali
Professional
English
Professional
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Student Internship
Barnardos Australia
02.2025 - 05.2025
Student Internship
ACAP Psychology Clinic
02.2024 - 05.2024
Aged Care Worker
Bupa Aged Care
01.2023 - Current
Program Coordinator
Gramin Jivan Sthar Sudhar Manch
01.2018 - 06.2022
Orphan Child Home Manager
Gramin Jivan Sthar Sudhar Manch
04.2016 - 01.2018
Master of Social Work (Qualifying) - Human Service and Social Work
Australian College of Applied Professions
Graduate Certificate in Human Services - Human Services
Australian College of Applied Professions
Bachelor in Humanities and Arts - Social Service and Rural Development
Makwanpur Multiple Campus