Kelvin Ugochukwu Orike
Salisbury,Australia
Summary
Emerging social work professional with hands-on experience in multicultural mental health, community development, and client advocacy. Skilled in trauma-informed practice, case management, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Demonstrated success in designing and implementing wellbeing programs, analyzing qualitative research, and promoting social justice and inclusion across diverse populations. Adept at engaging communities, supporting vulnerable clients, and applying ethical, culturally competent interventions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
Incompro & Edmen Community Staffing Solutions
01.2018 - Current
- Delivered person-centred care to 20+ clients with disabilities and mental health diagnoses.
- Supported daily living activities, medication management, and community integration.
- Maintained compliance with NDIS standards and ensured thorough documentation.
- Advocated for clients’ rights, promoting autonomy and dignity in care.
Community Volunteer & Church Youth Leader
01.2015 - Current
- Facilitated youth and migrant community outreach programs and educational initiatives.
- Delivered culturally sensitive support to over 100 children and youth annually.
- Coordinated wellbeing workshops fostering resilience, inclusion, and social participation.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Flinders University
07.2025
M.Sc. Professional Accounting Advance - undefined
University of Newcastle
01.2022
Master of Education -
Rivers State University
12-2017
Bachelor of Education -
Rivers State University
12-2011
Skills
- Clinical & Client Support
- Trauma-informed care & mental health support
- Case management & client advocacy
- Risk assessment & duty of care
- Community Engagement & Leadership
- Group facilitation & wellbeing program coordination
- Multicultural competence & intersectionality
- Community development initiatives
- Research & Data Analysis
- Qualitative research, thematic coding, NVivo
- Survey design, data collection, and reporting
- Evidence-based program evaluation
- Professional Practice & Ethics
- AASW Code of Ethics & reflective practice
- Ethical decision-making & culturally safe interventions
- Policy adherence & regulatory compliance
Affiliations
Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) – Student Member
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid (2024)
- Trauma-Informed Practice Workshops (2024)
- Cultural Competence & Anti-Oppressive Practice Training
SOCIAL WORK PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE
- Placement Student – Community Development Project (Multicultural Mental Health Project)
- Flinders University, March 2025 – July 2025
- Conducted 30+ interviews with culturally diverse students to explore mental health beliefs and barriers.
- Analyzed 200+ qualitative responses using NVivo and thematic coding.
- Facilitated 3+ wellbeing events attended by 50+ participants, presenting findings to university stakeholders.
- Applied trauma-informed care and ethical standards in all interactions.
- Placement Student – Kura Yerlo (Men’s Shed & Wellbeing Programs)
- Kura Yerlo Aboriginal Corporation, SA, July 2024 – Nov 2024
- Supported 15+ community members through group and individual engagement.
- Monitored behavioral and health concerns, coordinating with allied health professionals.
- Promoted culturally safe practices, relationship-building, and community participation.
- Led weekly reflection sessions and contributed to multidisciplinary planning and program evaluation.
Publications
- Co-authored report on multicultural mental health perspectives, Flinders University, 2025
- Presented findings at stakeholder workshops, promoting culturally responsive interventions
Timeline
Support Worker
Incompro & Edmen Community Staffing Solutions
01.2018 - Current
Community Volunteer & Church Youth Leader
01.2015 - Current
M.Sc. Professional Accounting Advance - undefined
University of Newcastle
Master of Social Work -
Flinders University
Master of Education -
Rivers State University
Bachelor of Education -
Rivers State University