Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
Community Service
Timeline
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Nandhitha Ramesh

Brisbane

Summary

Compassionate Master of Social Work graduate and AASW Graduate member dedicated to delivering trauma-informed, client-centered care to Logan’s diverse community. Eager to contribute to Metro South Health’s mission of inclusive care, embodying Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Engagement, and Collaboration.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Settlement Service Case Work Student

Settlement Services International (SSI)
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Conducted psychosocial assessments for over 15 clients from refugee backgrounds, addressing housing, health, and social inclusion using trauma-informed frameworks.
  • Secured stable housing for clients and connecting via QSTARS and QCAT advocacy, collaborating with interpreters for cultural sensitivity.
  • Developed individualized care plans, empowering clients to achieve goals and enhance wellbeing.
  • Maintained accurate case notes per SSI’s evidence-based protocols, ensuring accountability.
  • Engaged in professional development on settlement frameworks, strengthening practice skills.
  • 500 hours

Social Work Student

Bolton Clarke
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Delivered strengths-based care to elderly residents, creating tailored care plans to promote wellbeing.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams and families to advocate for holistic client needs.
  • Provided clear verbal and written updates in case conferences, supporting teamwork.
  • Utilized reflective practice through supervision to refine interventions, aligning with evidence-based care.
  • 500 hours

Community Engagement Coordinator

Bversity
07.2022 - 02.2023
  • Led community wellbeing projects, mentoring 10 volunteers in ethical client engagement and advocacy for marginalized groups.
  • Partnered with NGOs to deliver interventions, increasing community participation by 20%.
  • Facilitated empowerment workshops, promoting social inclusion and justice.
  • Coordinated outreach events, using Tamil and Telugu fluency to engage diverse audiences.
  • Advocated for systemic change by presenting project outcomes to stakeholders.

Founder and Managing Director

Kith and Kin
07.2022 - 12.2022

Established a community initiative supporting vulnerable individuals and animals through resource provision.

- Organized adoption events and campaigns, securing resources for over 50 individuals.

- Built partnerships with shelters and businesses to enhance support networks.

- Raised awareness on social issues through multilingual campaigns, fostering inclusion.

- Managed funding and logistics, ensuring sustainable operations.

Volunteer

Red Cross
03.2018 - 06.2020

Delivered humanitarian aid to over 100 displaced families in disaster-affected areas, ensuring equitable access.

- Conducted health awareness sessions on hygiene and disease prevention, reaching diverse communities.

- Provided emotional support, applying empathetic listening and referral skills.

- Collaborated with Red Cross teams to coordinate efficient aid distribution, reducing delivery times.

- Mobilized community donations, enhancing relief efforts.

Education

Master of Social Work - Qualifying

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
01-2025

Bachelor of Science - Visual Communication

M.O.P Vaishnav College For Women
Chennai India
05-2020

Skills

  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Case Management
  • Advocacy
  • Documentation and Compliance
  • Strengths-Based Care
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Cultural Competence
  • Active Listening
  • Empathetic Communication
  • Mentorship
  • Project Leadership
  • Partnership Building
  • Service Improvement
  • Resource Mobilization

Certification

  • Queensland Human Rights Act 2019, Queensland Human Rights Commission
  • NDIS Worker Orientation Module, NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission
  • Orientation for External Support Workers in Tertiary Settings, Disability Awareness
  • Human Rights and You - Zero Tolerance, National Disability Services
  • First Aid and CPR, Australia Wide First Aid
  • Working with Children Volunteer Blue Card, Queensland Government

Languages

English (Fluent)
Tamil (Fluent)
Telugu (Fluent)

References

  • Tasha, Smith, tsmith@ssi.org.au, 0448 655 252, 0404 278 653, Settlement Services International
  • Mercy, Kyosiimye, mkyosiimye@ssi.org.au, 0477 739 200, Settlement Services International

Community Service

Kith and Kin, Founder and Managing Director, Chennai, India, 2022-07, 2022-12, Established a community initiative supporting vulnerable individuals and animals through resource provision., Organized adoption events and campaigns, securing resources for over 50 individuals., Built partnerships with shelters and businesses to enhance support networks., Raised awareness on social issues through multilingual campaigns, fostering inclusion., Managed funding and logistics, ensuring sustainable operations.

Timeline

Settlement Service Case Work Student

Settlement Services International (SSI)
08.2024 - 12.2024

Social Work Student

Bolton Clarke
07.2023 - 11.2023

Founder and Managing Director

Kith and Kin
07.2022 - 12.2022

Community Engagement Coordinator

Bversity
07.2022 - 02.2023

Volunteer

Red Cross
03.2018 - 06.2020

Master of Social Work - Qualifying

Queensland University of Technology

Bachelor of Science - Visual Communication

M.O.P Vaishnav College For Women
Nandhitha Ramesh