Rita El Khoury
Bundoora,VIC
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 advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Berry Street TCP
08.2022
- I am currently working as an support worker at Berry Street under the TCP program
- I have developed skills such as empathy, active listening, crisis management, and conflict resolution with multiple young people.
- I am extremely efficient in case reporting and formal writing
TCP Case Manager
Berry Street
12.2022 - 02.2023
- I did 3 months of placement within Berry Street’s TCP case manager sector
- During that time, I was involved in assessing and managing case of young people who had been affect my abuse and neglect, worked closely with families, providing support, coordinating services, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children.
Academic Mentor and Tutor
A Team Tuition
01.2022 - 12.2023
- I worked as an academic mentor and tutor specializing in English and SOS studies
- I worked with a range of students helping them with their academic and mental well-being, as it’s also an important aspect of knowledge.
Customer Service
E&A Salce
05.2022 - 08.2022
- I was employed at E&A salce where I worked in customer service, I answered calls and take orders, as well as organized and priced stock that we receive.
Residence Assistant
La Trobe University, Menzie College
02.2021 - 12.2021
- I was employed at Menzies College as a Resident Assistant
- I coordinated activities and supported academic success and social development by creating programs and experiences for students.
Education
Master of Social Work -
Australian College of Applied Professions
09.2025
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
La Trobe University
Melbourne, VIC02.2023
High School Diploma -
Saint Francis Xavier College
Canberra, ACT12.2020
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook)
- Strong customer service skills and interpersonal skills
- Strong focus on professional and personal development
- Working with vulnerable children card
- First Aid certificate and CPR
- Advocacy
- Crisis Response Expertise
- Environmental Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Investigative Reporting
References
Miss Oliva Sandri, 0418 451 049, Osandri@berrystreet.org.au Mrs Jenny Stojanoski, 0417 328 461, Jenny@salce.com.au Miss Paige Cobcroft, 0423 011 406, pcobcroft@ateamtuition.com
Timeline
TCP Case Manager
Berry Street
12.2022 - 02.2023
Support Worker
Berry Street TCP
08.2022
Customer Service
E&A Salce
05.2022 - 08.2022
Academic Mentor and Tutor
A Team Tuition
01.2022 - 12.2023
Residence Assistant
La Trobe University, Menzie College
02.2021 - 12.2021
Master of Social Work -
Australian College of Applied Professions
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
La Trobe University
High School Diploma -
Saint Francis Xavier College
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