Sandeep Kumar
Perth,Australia
Summary
Compassionate Master of Social Work student with hands-on experience in community mental health. Skilled in building rapport and facilitating engagement with individuals and groups. Experienced in professional documentation, client support, and utilizing person-centred and trauma-informed approaches. Knowledgeable in assessment frameworks, risk management, and therapeutic methods including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker (Part-time)
Access Foundation
Perth, Australia
09.2025 - Current
- Facilitated community access and routine support to enhance client engagement
- Supported daily activities to foster independence and uphold dignity
- Cultivated positive relationships through respectful and effective communication
- Maintained accurate documentation and followed organisational procedures
Social Work Student
Flourish Tree Wellbeing
Perth, Australia
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Observed and engaged in counselling sessions, gaining exposure to a range of client concerns including anxiety, stress, and adjustment issues
- Applied theoretical frameworks such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, strengths-based practice, and trauma-informed approaches
- Completed case notes using SOAP format, ensuring clear, accurate, and professional documentation
- Facilitated client intake processes by managing referrals, consent procedures, and service coordination
- Gained experience using structured communication tools such as ISOBAR for effective information sharing
- Used practice systems such as Halaxy for client records and appointment management
- Engaged in regular supervision, enhancing case discussions and reflective practice
- Developed understanding of the 4Ps formulation model in case conceptualisation
- Built foundational skills in risk assessment and safety planning
- Observed use of grounding techniques, emotional regulation strategies, and de-escalation approaches
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical and professional standards
- Coordinated administrative tasks such as scheduling, cancellations, and file organisation
Education
Master of Social Work - Final Semester Student
Acknowledge Education
Perth, WASkills
- Client assessment
- Individual counseling
- Client advocacy
- Trauma-informed care
- Risk assessment and safety planning
- Ethical practice and professional boundaries
- Basic documentation
- Case documentation
- Ability to work effectively with individuals and groups
- Client engagement and rapport building
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity
- Prioritization techniques
- Supervision engagement
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
References
- Chioma Obimma, Social Work Supervisor, Flourish Tree Wellbeing, chioma@flourishtreewellbeing.com.au
- Carol Mokomane, Field Education Liaison Officer, Acknowledge Education, Carol.Mokomane@ae.edu.au
Placement Experience
Social Work Student, Flourish Tree Wellbeing, Perth, WA, 02/01/26, 05/31/26, Observed and engaged in counselling sessions, gaining exposure to a range of client concerns including anxiety, stress, and adjustment issues, Completed case notes using SOAP format, ensuring clear, accurate, and professional documentation, Supported client intake processes, including referrals, consent procedures, and service coordination, Used practice systems such as Halaxy for client records and appointment management, Participated in regular supervision, contributing to case discussions and reflective practice, Applied theoretical frameworks such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, strengths-based practice, and trauma-informed approaches, Developed understanding of the 4Ps formulation model in case conceptualisation, Gained experience using structured communication tools such as ISOBAR for effective information sharing, Built foundational skills in risk assessment and safety planning, Observed use of grounding techniques, emotional regulation strategies, and de-escalation approaches, Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical and professional standards, Assisted with administrative tasks including scheduling, cancellations, and file organisation
Timeline
Social Work Student
Flourish Tree Wellbeing
02.2026 - 05.2026
Support Worker (Part-time)
Access Foundation
09.2025 - Current
Master of Social Work - Final Semester Student
Acknowledge Education