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Deepa Shrestha

Ermington,New South Wales
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Deepa Shrestha

Summary

Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical with proven ability to build strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need. Looking for opportunities to build up my career in Disability and aged Care sector where my academic & professional competence would serve best. Besides with a rigorous learning I wish to grow up and continuously add values to my career.

Overview

5
years of professional experience

Work History

Just Better care
Newington

Scheduling Coordinator
11.2022 - Current

Job overview

- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

- Knowledge of the aged care and disability sector, including an understanding of relevant regulations and standards.

- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including healthcare professionals, therapists, and social workers, to provide coordinated and holistic care.

- Compassionate and empathetic approach, demonstrating sensitivity and respect for the needs and preferences of clients.

-Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and completeness in scheduling and documentation.

-Proficient in using scheduling software and tools to manage appointments, shifts, and resources effectively.

- Ability to adapt to changing situations and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Lansdowne Gardens
Neutral Bay

Care Service Employee
10.2020 - 09.2022

Job overview

  • Provide personal care to assist residents to maintain independence and dignity with respect to activities of daily living and lifestyle
  • Planning and organizing activities for the residents that will meet social and recreational needs while also promoting independence and increasing quality of life
  • Assessing and document the effectiveness of the programs, by tracking residents' progress and changing the programs as needed
  • Assisting in mental health and well-being programs which empower the residents’ choices
  • Reporting and Documentation to assess the overall health of the residents.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.

Discipline of Social Work Mental Health Diagnosis Power Threat Meaning Framework Project (ACAP)
Sydney

Social Work Intern
10.2020 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Worked as a team member in a culturally diverse group and critically reflected on the Power Threat Meaning Framework as well as analyzed whether the framework is applicable in social work practice in mental health.
  • Reviewed literature to explore different theories as well as approaches relevant to mental health practice and apply learnings to related research.
  • Shared research findings through publications, presentations and conferences.
  • Applied good documentation practices when recording data and managing source documentation.
  • Writing a full report on the findings and critical analysis of Power Threat Meaning Framework
  • Active Participation in a weekly professional development seminar and Fortnightly supervision.

Western Sydney University
Kingswood

BILINGUIAL FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT fOR SSL
08.2020 - 10.2020

Job overview

  • Effective communication to identify and recruit the eligible Nepalese participants from Greater Western Sydney Areas
  • Manage the workload and professionally conduct interviews (gaining consent, culturally responsive, valuing the dignity of the participants) with participants
  • Being transparent in relaying the information about the research with the participants
  • Effective handling of the technology while taking and uploading the survey
  • Applied high degree of accuracy and precision when preparing documentation of research procedures and data gathered.

The Mount Druitt Communities Agency, MECA

INTERN
01.2020 - 05.2020

Job overview

  • Maintained a high standard of conduct and work performance based on MECA’s values to promote our reputation with key internal and external stakeholders
  • Ensured integration and collaboration across MECA’s programs to deliver seamless and impactful end to end services with the customer at the centre
  • Facilitated English classes for CALD communities and involvement in gardening as well as Homework support classes under MECA’s community development programs
  • Attended meetings, training, conferences and seminars to advance professional knowledge
  • Offered community resources and referrals to support client basic needs
  • Working in a diverse team and working collaboratively for data collection and record keeping purposes
  • Being a point of contact for a range of clients and external stakeholders
  • Prepared communications, such as surveys, emails, reports and other correspondence
  • Actively contributed to a safe and supportive working environment that is inclusive of all staffs through celebrating their nationality, cultural background, LGBTI status, abilities, gender and age.

Soul Origin
Blacktown

RETAIL ASSISTANT
03.2018 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Described menu items to customers and suggested products based on stated preferences.
  • Fostered relationships with customers to expand customer base and enhance loyalty and retention
  • Complying with food safety and hygiene to provide quality and safe service to customers
  • Handled credit and debit card payment processing to complete purchasing experience.
  • Maintained calm demeanor during high-volume periods and special events.
  • Managed inventory by establishing and adjusting ordering parameters, accurate forecasting and monitoring waste.
  • Maintained clean and organized workspace, enabling coworkers to locate resources and product.

Education

Australian College of Applied Psychology
Sydney NSW

Master of Social Work (Qualifying)
01.2020

New England College
Sydney NSW

Certificate III in Aged Care
01.2017

Pokhara University
Nepal

Bachelor in Public Health
01.2015

Skills

  • Policy development
  • Planning and coordination
  • Relationship development
  • Excellent communication
  • Asset-based community development
  • Anti-oppressive practice
  • Information and referrals
  • Team building
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Analytical thinking and critical thinking
  • Schedule Management

Accomplishments

  • Training workshop on Amnesty International's campaign and Human Rights (2014)
  • Participation in domestic violence workshop and Trauma Informed care at ACAP (2019)

Certifications

  • National Police Check
  • Australian Driver's License
  • Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • First Aid Course, CPR - CBD College
  • Adapting Therapeutic Skills in Telehealth – ACAP
  • Reinventing Resilience- Insights from Patient and Therapist – ACAP
  • Community Care and Dementia: Understanding the Condition
  • Supporting the Mental Health of Older People in Residential Aged Care: Mental Health Awareness Training

Computer skills

  • Microsoft Office Suites (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint)
  • Adobe Photoshop, Canva
  • PROCURA

References

  • Reference will be provided upon request.
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Timeline

Scheduling Coordinator

Just Better care
11.2022 - Current

Care Service Employee

Lansdowne Gardens
10.2020 - 09.2022

Social Work Intern

Discipline of Social Work Mental Health Diagnosis Power Threat Meaning Framework Project (ACAP)
10.2020 - 12.2020

BILINGUIAL FIELD RESEARCH ASSISTANT fOR SSL

Western Sydney University
08.2020 - 10.2020

INTERN

The Mount Druitt Communities Agency, MECA
01.2020 - 05.2020

RETAIL ASSISTANT

Soul Origin
03.2018 - 11.2022

Australian College of Applied Psychology

Master of Social Work (Qualifying)

New England College

Certificate III in Aged Care

Pokhara University

Bachelor in Public Health
Deepa Shrestha