Sara Cheam
Summary
Compassionate social work student with understanding of social service programs and community resources. Skilled at identifying needs and developing effective plans of action to provide intervention and assistance from critical and anti-oppressive frameworks. Possesses strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills and an undying passion to foster inclusive and safe environments that uphold the needs and rights of all.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Tag 5
06.2023 - Current
- Support the development of confidence and community connection through dialogue and engaging in social events
- Advocated for the needs and wellbeing of service users to ensure their rights are upheld
- Maintaining strong interpersonal relationships to foster spaces of understanding and trust
Social Work Placement
Happy Paws Happy Hearts
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Developed rapport with diverse clients, displaying empathy and understanding for various cultural backgrounds and life experiences.
- Facilitated skill-building workshops for clients, empowering them to achieve greater independence and fun
- Developed organisational project plans to in support of future placement students and cultural frameworks
Emergency Relief Officer
Wesley Mission Queensland
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.
APS 4
Services Australia
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Administrative support to vulnerable peoples seeking financial aid
- Developed tailored resolution skills to ensure appropriate support and referrals were provided as needed
- Applied organizational framework to ensure adherence to a transparent decision-making process
- Time management of calls to provide effective support
Education
Batchelor of Social Work -
QUT
Brisbane2025
Skills
- Organisational skills
- Case-management and project management
- Deep sense of empathy and patience
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Prioritises integrity and transparency
- Critical decision making
- Inclusive
- Cultural humility
Additional Information
Other
Blue card
Yellow card
Fully insured vehicle
Class C drivers license
References
Roddy (Tag 5 Team Leader)
0404 484 957
Heather (Social worker)
0437 837 009
Rachel (Services Australia Team leader)
0448873942
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Tag 5
06.2023 - Current
Social Work Placement
Happy Paws Happy Hearts
02.2023 - 06.2023
Emergency Relief Officer
Wesley Mission Queensland
01.2022 - 02.2023
APS 4
Services Australia
01.2020 - 01.2021
Batchelor of Social Work -
QUT