Joby Joseph
Tarneit,Australia
Summary
A Professionally qualified social worker with more than 17 years of professional working experience in Australia and India. Always ready to provide optimal support for clients and their families with utmost respect and conscientious in addressing their problems. Highly-motivated social worker with desire to take on new challenges, strong work ethics, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forensic AOD Clinician
Uniting
03.2023 - Current
- Worked successfully with a diverse multi disciplinary team members to accomplish organizational goals and to address forensic clients AOD needs
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful outcomes
- Collaborated with other professionals to provide support for clients during recovery process
- Identified risks and triggers that cause relapse in order to create relapse prevention strategies
- Discussed with offenders how such issues as drug and alcohol abuse and anger management problems might have played roles in past criminal behavior
- Developed client treatment plans based on research, clinical experience and client histories
- Attended professional development workshops and seminars related to AOD counseling field
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote harm reduction, positive behaviors and coping strategies
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in need of immediate assistance
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients with substance abuse issues
- Evaluated client progress throughout treatment plan using standardized assessment tools
- Incorporated evidence-based practices into counseling sessions such as cognitive-behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing
- Provided referrals to appropriate community resources including housing, employment, legal services
- Worked closely with drug court staff in designing treatment plans specific to client needs
- Supported and counseled clients with drug and alcohol addiction
- Coordinated with other health professionals to ensure continuity of care for clients
- Assisted in developing aftercare plans for clients upon completion of their program
- Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills, and community resources
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs, strengths and weaknesses
- Developed education programs on the dangers of drug addiction
- Actively participated in clinical supervision meetings with supervisor
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss best practices for treating clients
- Implemented harm reduction approaches when working with high risk populations such as needle exchange programs
- Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress through electronic medical records system.
Specialist AOD Clinician
Uniting Wimmera
12.2021 - 02.2023
- Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills, and community resources
- Identified treatment goals based on individual diagnosis and history
- Identified high risk situations that may lead to relapse or increased risk of harm due to substance use behaviors
- Educated clients about the risks associated with drug and alcohol use
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed
- Maintained professional relationships with referral sources such as courts, probation officers, hospitals, social service agencies, and community organizations
- Provided individual counseling and group therapy to clients with substance abuse issues
- Organized treatment projects that focused on problem solving skills and creative thinking
- Collaborated with other healthcare providers to coordinate care for clients who have co-occurring mental health disorders
- Facilitated psycho-educational groups on topics such as relapse prevention, anger management, and coping skills
- Worked closely with drug court staff in designing treatment plans specific to client needs
- Advised families on how best to support their loved one's recovery process
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for outpatient clients
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
Mental Health Practitioner
Uniting Wimmera
08.2012 - 02.2023
- Facilitated group therapy sessions on topics such as coping skills, anger management, anxiety reduction, stress management, and relapse prevention
- Educated clients and families about mental illness diagnoses, medications, side effects, community resources, and other relevant information
- Conducted initial screenings and assessments of clients to determine mental health needs
- Provided referrals for additional services such as NDIS, housing assistance or vocational training when necessary
- Advised patients on proper nutrition, exercise habits, sleep hygiene practices for overall wellness
- Developed and implemented treatment plans based on clinical experience and knowledge
- Assisted clients in developing strategies for dealing with difficult situations that could lead to relapse or further deterioration of mental health status
- Observed behavior patterns of clients to identify changes in mood or functioning level over time
- Assisted in the development of educational materials related to mental health issues for use within the community
- Conducted programs to prevent substance abuse or improve community health or counseling services
- Actively participated in team meetings and supervision sessions where case discussions were held regularly
- Assisted individuals with stress management, self-esteem and issues associated with emotional and mental health
- Prepared and maintained required treatment records and reports
- Counseled clients or patients individually or in group sessions to assist in overcoming dependencies, adjusting to life or making changes
- Attended workshops and trainings to keep abreast of new developments in the field of mental health
- Counseled family members to assist in understanding, dealing with or supporting clients or patients
- Provided psychoeducation regarding various psychological disorders such as depression or bipolar disorder
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for complex cases
- Monitored client progress through review of clinical records and feedback from family members or other involved parties.
Social Worker
Save a Family Plan India
04.2006 - 12.2010
- Implemented and formulated tailored treatment plans with needs evaluation and patient psychosocial functioning
- Performed psychosocial assessments and documented casework
- Completed intake assessments with patients and drafted community re-entry plans following treatment
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings
- Advised families regarding guardianship arrangements when appropriate
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with similar issues or experiences
- Assisted individuals experiencing homelessness by providing referrals for emergency shelter placements
- Facilitated frequent family conferences to discuss case plans in detail and discuss goals
- Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors
- Led family therapy sessions between children and siblings to remediate conflict and build healthy relationships
- Coordinated mental health assessments for children, adolescents and adults receiving child welfare and prevention services
- Assisted homeless clients with procuring mental health support and other various community resources
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to promote continuity of care
- Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional services such as substance abuse programs or vocational training
- Engaged with schools and other educational institutions on behalf of students who are struggling academically or socially due to life circumstances.
Internal Auditor/Accounts Manager
Lulu Hypermarkets
11.2001 - 08.2004
- Coordinated external audit activities by providing necessary information to auditors in a timely manner
- Drove sales of company products and services by meeting with customers using strategic and organized approach
- Reviewed and approved monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements
- Compiled operational and risk reports detailing financial metrics to help management make proactive decisions
- Developed and implemented financial policies and procedures to ensure accurate accounting records
- Collaborated with accounting associates to improve reconciliation processes
- Supervised junior staff in daily accounting operations
- Improved year-end inventory audit process to increase accuracy
- Managed the accounts payable and receivable processes ensuring timely payments of invoices
- Developed actionable improvements for existing processes and presented to management
- Implemented internal controls to safeguard assets from unauthorized use or misappropriation
- Negotiated contracts and closed agreements to maximize profits
- Prepared P&L reports and financial statements for review by management
- Built and maintained productive relationships with customers and internal partners
- Evaluated budget plans and current costs to project trends and recommend updates
- Conferred with management to offer feedback on operations and promotions based on customer preferences and purchasing habits.
Education
Master of Social Work Social Work -
Federation University Ballarat
07.2023
Cert IV in Mental Health Mental Health Services -
Federation University Ballarat
09.2014
Cert IV in Alcohol And Other Drugs Alcohol And Other Drugs -
Federation University Ballarat
09.2014
Cert IV In Disability Disability Services -
Wimmera Hub
04.2014
Master of Social Work Medical And Psychiatriy -
Bharathiyar University
04.2006
CA - Accounting
Indian Institute Of Chartered Accountants
04.2000
Bachelor of Commerce Ecommerce -
Mahathma Gandhi University
04.1997
Skills
- Risk Assessment
- Communication skills
- Evidence based Intervention Planning
- Trauma-Informed Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Crisis Assessment and Interventions
- Case Documentation
- Safety Planning
- Patient-Centered Care
- Motivational Enhancement Therapy
- Treatment Planning
- Client Confidentiality
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
- Case Management
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Cultural Competency
- CPR, First Aid, AED
- Mandatory Reporting Procedures
- Compassionate
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- Mental Health Training
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Community Outreach Expert
- Psycho-Social Assessments
- Diagnostic Abilities
- Forensic AOD Skills
Certification
- AASW Accredited Social Worker ( AASW Membership No: 484190)
- Current ACWA member
- Current NDIS Screening Check
- Current National Police Check
- Current Victorian driver's license
- Current Victorian Police Check
- Current Work With Children check
- Current first aid and CPR
Accomplishments
Star Award- Wimmera Uniting Care 30th July 2015,
10 Years Completed -Uniting,
From April 2006 to December 2010 Telephone Counselor with Red Cross Society, India,
540 hours of clinical placement with Mind Australia, Melbourne,
Three months post-graduate clinical placement with St. Joseph's hospital, India
First semester student placement with various social welfare organizations and hospitals, Coimbatore, India(200Hours)
Second Semester student clinical placement with The Society For The Aid Of Handicapped Children and Coimbatore Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Centre, Coimbatore (200 Hours)
Third Semester student clinical placement with Krishna Center for Mental Health & detox and rehabilitation Centre Coimbatore, India.(200 Hours)
Fourth Semester clinical student placement with Ninan's Mental Health Hospital and De addiction Centre, Kerala, India (200 Hours)
Languages
English
Malayalam
Hindi
Tamil
Trainings Completed
- Two days Mental Health First Aid Training
- 5 days DBT skills training
- Two Days Youth Mental Health first aid training
- Two Days Aboriginal mental health first aid training
- Three Days Therapeutic crisis intervention training (TCI)
- Two Days Optimal Health program
- Three Days Suicide prevention Training( ASSIST )
- One day Dual Disability Training
- One day Training on Motivational Interviewing
- Hearing Voices Approach workshops
- Workshop on Working with Gambling affected Clients
- Seminars and Presentations on Mental Health Act 2014
- Two days Mental Health First aid Workshop
- Training on working effectively with Refugees and refugee Minor Program
- Bridges out of poverty Training
- Trauma informed care Training
- Workshop on Wimmera Interagency Collaborative care planning
- 8 days Meridian Model Training with Horsham Psych Services
- HoNOS Training
- 2 days advanced supervision training
- NDIS worker orientation module
References
References
1. Tanya Aschenbrenner
Program Leader – Mental health
Uniting Horsham
0418726840
Tanya.Achenbrenner@vt.uniting.org
2. Michelle Freeman,
Uniting , Senior Manager, AOD, Mental Health and Disability
Wimmera and Great South Coast,
Michelle.Freeman@vt.uniting.org
(03) 5362 4000
0458208833
Affiliations
- AASW Membership Number 484190
Timeline
Forensic AOD Clinician
Uniting
03.2023 - Current
Specialist AOD Clinician
Uniting Wimmera
12.2021 - 02.2023
Mental Health Practitioner
Uniting Wimmera
08.2012 - 02.2023
Social Worker
Save a Family Plan India
04.2006 - 12.2010
Internal Auditor/Accounts Manager
Lulu Hypermarkets
11.2001 - 08.2004
Master of Social Work Social Work -
Federation University Ballarat
Cert IV in Mental Health Mental Health Services -
Federation University Ballarat
Cert IV in Alcohol And Other Drugs Alcohol And Other Drugs -
Federation University Ballarat
Cert IV In Disability Disability Services -
Wimmera Hub
Master of Social Work Medical And Psychiatriy -
Bharathiyar University
CA - Accounting
Indian Institute Of Chartered Accountants
Bachelor of Commerce Ecommerce -
Mahathma Gandhi University
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