Recent graduate Dynamic Social Worker with a proven track record at Te Whatu Ora, Counties Manukau, Salvation Army Manukau with excelling in case management and emotional empathy. Know for adaptability, creativity and results-oriented mindset Spearheaded funding proposals, enhancing services for underserved populations. Demonstrate strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments.
Hi, I’m
Atinuke Aluko
Auckland,AUK
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Te Whatu Ora, Counties Manukau
Social Worker
05.2024 - 10.2024
Job overview
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Developed funding proposals for social service programs, securing essential services for underserved populations.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
- A strong and genuine commitment to strength-based practice and an authentic commitment working alongside whaanau.
The Salvation Army Manukau
Social Worker Transitional Housing/Family Harm
08.2023 - 11.2023
Job overview
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Promoted a culture of self-care and professional development among colleagues, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged ongoing growth and learning.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
Venite Insurance Brokers Limited
Business Development Manager
02.2021 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Developed customized solutions for clients based on a deep understanding of their unique pain points, delivering exceptional value and driving repeat business.
- Ensure effective cross sell of insurance products and services across all major product lines.
- Reached out to potential customers via telephone, email, and in-person inquiries.
- Negotiated and closed long-term agreements with new clients in assigned territory.
- Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
- Strengthened client relationships, conducting regular follow-up meetings to ensure satisfaction and uncover additional needs.
Positive Psychology and Educational Consult
Content Producer
07.2018 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Participated in brainstorming sessions with cross-functional teams, contributing innovative ideas for new projects or campaigns.
- Trained junior team members on best practices in content production techniques and optimization strategies.
- Fostered strong relationships with industry influencers for potential collaborations or guest contributions to company publications.
- Monitored content performance using analytics tools, making data-driven decisions for future improvements.
Sarbom Nigeria Enterprises
Account Officer
03.2010 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Developed strong relationships with clients by promptly addressing inquiries or concerns related to their accounts.
- Enhanced accuracy in account reconciliations by closely reviewing transactions for discrepancies or errors before finalizing financial statements.
- Responded to requests for information and resolved issues quickly.
- Contributed to improved cash flow management through diligent invoice tracking and collections efforts on outstanding balances owed by customers or vendors.
- Maintained tough quality standards to optimize delivery of farm produce.
- Managed fixed asset records, including depreciation schedules and periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accurate representation of company assets on financial statements.
Education
University of AucklandAuckland, NZ
Master of Social Work Professional from Social Work
11-2024
University Overview
- [University of Auckland International Student Excellence Scholarship], [2023] from [University of Auckland]
- Professional Development Studies: [Social Work], [2024]
University of IbadanIbadan, NGR
Master of Education from Counselling Psychology(Assessment And Testing)
03-2015
University Overview
- [5.6] GPA
Olabisi Onabanjo UniversityAgo-Iwoye, NGR
Bachelor of Education from Accounting
05-2008
University Overview
- Degree Awarded with Honours [(Second Class,Division)]
Skills
- Compassionate
- Empathy
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Teamwork
- Working with whanaau
- Crisis intervention
- Resilience, Problem solving techniques
- Referrals and networking
- Biopsychosocial assessment
- Strengths-based solution-focused therapy
- Cross-cultural practices
Availability
See my work availability
Not Available
Available
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
swipe to browse
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Personal development programsCareer advancementCompany CultureFlexible work hoursWork-life balanceTeam Building / Company RetreatsQuote
"What is the most important thing in the world? It is people It is people It is people". "He aha te mea nui o te ao? He tangata he tangata he tangata!
Timeline
Social Worker
Te Whatu Ora, Counties Manukau
05.2024 - 10.2024
Social Worker Transitional Housing/Family Harm
The Salvation Army Manukau
08.2023 - 11.2023
Business Development Manager
Venite Insurance Brokers Limited
02.2021 - 01.2022
Content Producer
Positive Psychology and Educational Consult
07.2018 - 01.2021
Account Officer
Sarbom Nigeria Enterprises
03.2010 - 03.2018
University of Auckland
Master of Social Work Professional from Social Work
University of Ibadan
Master of Education from Counselling Psychology(Assessment And Testing)
Olabisi Onabanjo University
Bachelor of Education from Accounting
Similar Profiles
Andrew GilhoolyAndrew Gilhooly
Recruitment Coordinator at Te Whatu Ora, Counties Manukau, Critical Care ComplexRecruitment Coordinator at Te Whatu Ora, Counties Manukau, Critical Care Complex
Nadia Mary AkbarNadia Mary Akbar
Student Placement at Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau - The National Burn CentreStudent Placement at Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau - The National Burn Centre
Isabel OlosoniIsabel Olosoni
Mental Health and Addictions Registered Nurse at Te Whatu Ora – Counties Manukau District Health BoardMental Health and Addictions Registered Nurse at Te Whatu Ora – Counties Manukau District Health Board