Vidushi Sharma
Deer Park,Australia
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Master of Social Work graduate with over 1,000 hours of supervised field education across community, school, disability and aged care settings. Experienced in case management, client advocacy, risk assessment, safety planning, crisis response, referrals, home visits, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in applying trauma-informed, strengths-based and culturally responsive practice when supporting children, families and individuals experiencing complex social needs. Committed to promoting safety, empowerment and positive outcomes for vulnerable individuals and communities.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Field Education Placement
2 Bridges Care (NDIS Service Provider)
Keilor East, VIC
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Conduct comprehensive client assessments to identify strengths, risks and support needs.
- Assist participants with Service Agreements and service planning.
- Coordinate referrals and facilitated access to community and allied health services.
- Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary professionals to coordinate person-centred support.
- Liaise with schools and families to support participant outcomes.
- Conduct home visits and participated in client support planning.
- Maintain accurate and confidential case notes, documentation and client records.
- Assist participants to access services and community supports.
- Review organisational policies, procedures and NDIS Practice Standards.
- Brief team members regarding participant progress and support requirements.
- Apply person-centred, strengths-based and trauma-informed approaches in practice.
Social Work Field Education Placement
Deer Park North Primary School
Deer Park, VIC
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Provide one-on-one support to students experiencing social, emotional and behavioural challenges.
- Facilitate social skills groups and wellbeing activities.
- Supporte Community Hub programs and family engagement initiatives.
- Collaborate with teachers, families and allied health professionals.
- Participate in wellbeing meetings and case discussions.
- Assist with student wellbeing assessments, safety planning and early intervention strategies.
- Support art therapy and lunchtime engagement programs like friendship clubs.
- Maintain accurate case notes and student records.
- Apply strengths-based, trauma-informed and culturally responsive approaches.
Accounts Administration Assistant
Rehab Hire & Sales
Melbourne, VIC
04.2023 - Current
- Assist NDIS participants with service agreements and equipment requests.
- Liaise with healthcare professionals and external stakeholders.
- Maintain client records and service documentation.
- Coordinate equipment deliveries and installations.
- Respond to participant and stakeholder enquiries
Administration Assistant
Iceland Cold Storage
Melbourne, VIC
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Maintain inventory and administrative records.
- Prepare reports and documentation.
- Respond to customer enquiries.
- Support daily office operations.
Education
Master of Social Work - Qualifying
Australian College of Applied Professions (ACAP)
06-2026
Graduate Certificate - Human Services
Australian College of Applied Professions (ACAP)
06-2024
Graduate Diploma - Public Health
Federation University Australia
08-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Lovely Professional University
05-2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Microsoft Teams
- SharePoint
- Care Planning and Support Documentation
- Service Agreements and Documentation
- Online Collaboration Platforms (Microsoft Teams, Zoom)
Community Engagement & Volunteer Experience
Lifestyle Team Volunteer – Baptcare Westhaven Aged Care Community September 2025 – November 2025
- Supported residents through recreational and wellbeing activities.
- Built meaningful relationships to promote social inclusion and emotional wellbeing.
- Assisted staff in delivering person-centred activities and engagement programs.
- Communicated effectively with residents, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
Telechat Volunteer – Australian Red Cross 2024 – 2026
- Provided regular social and emotional support through scheduled telephone conversations.
- Promoted wellbeing and reduced social isolation for vulnerable community members.
- Demonstrated active listening, empathy, and professional communication skills.
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to organisational policies.
Volunteer – Hamari Pahchan NGO, India Ongoing
- Supported community outreach and awareness initiatives.
- Assisted in organising educational and community welfare programs.
- Engaged with individuals from diverse cultural and social backgrounds.
- Promoted community participation and social inclusion.
Volunteer – National Service Scheme (NSS), India 2016 – 2019
- Participated in community development and social awareness campaigns.
- Assisted in organising health, education, and environmental initiatives.
- Worked collaboratively with volunteers to support local communities.
- Promoted civic engagement and community participation.
Certification
- Working with Children Check (Current)
- National Police Check (Current)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- AASW student Membership Member Number 699158
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
Punjabi
Timeline
Social Work Field Education Placement
2 Bridges Care (NDIS Service Provider)
02.2026 - 05.2026
Social Work Field Education Placement
Deer Park North Primary School
02.2025 - 05.2025
Accounts Administration Assistant
Rehab Hire & Sales
04.2023 - Current
Administration Assistant
Iceland Cold Storage
01.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Biotechnology
Lovely Professional University
Graduate Diploma - Public Health
Federation University Australia
Graduate Certificate - Human Services
Australian College of Applied Professions (ACAP)
Master of Social Work - Qualifying
Australian College of Applied Professions (ACAP)