Dynamic social worker with a proven track record at the Australian Refugee Association, excelling in client advocacy and compassionate support. Skilled in documentation and recordkeeping, I effectively connected families to essential resources, enhancing their well-being. My multilingual abilities in English, Persian, and Arabic further strengthened client relationships and service delivery.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Australian Refugee Association
03.2021 - 2025
1- ARANAP :
Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Interviewed clients, families, to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential healthcare providers.
Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
2- Reception and Migration team work :
Maintained accurate records, ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and financial reports.
Provided support to the team by managing schedules, and organizing meetings.
Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
Maintained inventory of office supplies and placed orders.
Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
Assisting Migration Lawyers with interpreting and preparing minor application.
Supervisor of Factory Operations
Moein Furniture Factory
02.2004 - 06.2018
Enhanced workplace safety, implementing strict protocols and conducting regular inspections to minimize accidents.
Established clear lines of responsibility among staff members by clearly defining roles and expectations, resulting in increased accountability and performance.
Streamlined factory operations by implementing efficient production schedules and optimizing resource allocation.
Implemented lean manufacturing principles for a more streamlined workflow, leading to improved operational efficiency.
Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability, minimizing waste and reducing costs associated with excess inventory.
Implemented cost-saving measures throughout the production process, leading to significant reductions in overhead expenses without compromising product quality or worker satisfaction.
Developed strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favourable contracts to secure high-quality materials at competitive prices.
Led productive, motivated and loyal manufacturing team and generated factory-wide customer focus and pride in workmanship.
Delivered factory-level communications and tactical direction and drove achievement of quality, delivery, productivity and financial performance goals and objectives.
Spearheaded product and process quality initiatives with full compliance to internal, industry and customer quality standards.
Analyzed financial reports, assessed factory productivity and devised plans of action to build productive plant operations.
Created and delivered manufacturing labor cost and price input for customer quote reviews.
Salesperson
Al Noor Optician
01.1993 - 01.2004
Boosted sales by consistently engaging with customers and addressing their needs effectively.
Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.