Ramandeep Walia
Pakenham,VIC
Summary
A compassionate and dedicated Community Services worker with a passion for supporting vulnerable individuals and communities in Australia. My primary career aspirations are to continue providing holistic, person-centred support and commit to lifelong learning by continually developing evidence-based practice skills, putting them into practice, and setting meaningful career goals in the Human and Community services field.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Placement - Child Protection
Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH)
09.2025 - Current
- Supported Child Protection Practitioners in case management, including client visits, home assessments, and supervised family contact.
- Prepared professional case notes, reports, and documentation aligned with departmental standards and practice frameworks.
- Observed and participated in multidisciplinary discussions, gaining insight into risk assessment, family support planning, and court processes.
- Engaged with children, parents, and carers to build rapport, promote child safety, and strengthen placement stability.
- Developed practical knowledge of statutory child protection, ethical practice, and service coordination across community agencies.
Residential Care Youth Worker
Junction Support Services
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Completed induction program, mandatory DHHS trainings (Fire Safety, Infection Control, Medication).
- Gained hands-on residential care experience supporting young people aged 12-17 across multiple units.
- Demonstrated reliability, teamwork, and a client-centred approach valued within the care environment.
- Worked collaboratively with experienced staff to support daily routines, wellbeing, and safety of young.
- Applied therapeutic crisis intervention, de-escalation strategies, and maintained professional boundaries in practice.
Field Placement - Integrated Family Services
Uniting Vic & Tas
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Assisted in assessing at-risk families’ needs and contributed to tailored interventions to improve family functioning, child safety, and overall wellbeing.
- Supported the development of individualized case plans, helping families set achievable goals and connect with essential supports such as housing, mental health, and financial assistance.
- Collaborated with child protection, local health services, schools, and community organisations to deliver integrated, comprehensive care and promote long-term family stability.
- Applied knowledge of the Children, Youth and Families Act 2005 (CYFA) to ensure child-focused, rights-based, and legally compliant service delivery.
- Completed MARAM training to strengthen practical skills in case management, risk assessment, and family engagement strategies.
Volunteer - Emergency Relief Worker
Uniting Vic & Tas
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Delivered support to individuals and families during emergencies, ensuring access to shelter, food, and emotional care to meet urgent needs with compassion and reliability.
- Conducted needs assessments and coordinated the fair distribution of essential resources, helping maintain dignity and wellbeing for clients in crisis.
- Collaborated with emergency response teams, community organisations, and local agencies to deliver effective and coordinated relief efforts.
- Supported clients through empathetic listening, crisis de-escalation, and referrals to housing, financial, and mental health services to promote recovery and stability.
Volunteer
Elder Rights Australia (ACVVS)
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Developed genuine connections with elderly clients through regular one-on-one visits, helping to ease loneliness and enrich their emotional wellbeing.
- Provided compassionate companionship and attentive listening, ensuring each client felt respected, valued, and truly heard.
- Designed and facilitated meaningful conversations and activities based on clients’ individual interests and life experiences, promoting cognitive engagement and a sense of belonging.
- Collaborated with team members and stakeholders to advocate for client needs, enhancing dignity, quality of life, and connection to community supports.
Education
Bachelor of Community & Human Services -
Federation University Australia
Berwick, VIC07-2026
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Problem - Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Ethics & Confidentiality
- Active Listening & Empathy
- Teamwork and Dependability
- Professional Practice
- Client-centred approach
- Multi-lingual
Certification
- Working with Children Check (Employee)
- International & National Police Check
- Full probationary Driver's License
- First Aid Certificate & CPR Certificate
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- NDIS worker orientation module
- Complete vaccinations including COVID Booster
- MARAM Framework Training – Certificate of Completion
Timeline
Field Placement - Child Protection
Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH)
09.2025 - Current
Residential Care Youth Worker
Junction Support Services
05.2025 - 09.2025
Field Placement - Integrated Family Services
Uniting Vic & Tas
01.2025 - 02.2025
Volunteer - Emergency Relief Worker
Uniting Vic & Tas
09.2024 - 01.2025
Volunteer
Elder Rights Australia (ACVVS)
08.2024 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Community & Human Services -
Federation University Australia
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