Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Dawn Helen Jefferies

Christchurch,CAN

Summary

Dedicated social worker experienced in providing critical support and developing tailored strategies for varied client populations. Proficient in needs assessment, intervention planning, and resource facilitation to tackle complex issues. Notable success in enhancing client well-being and expanding access to essential social services. Established history of advocating for client rights and achieving favorable results in difficult environments.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Social Worker

Family Help Trust
, Christchurch
06.2006 - Current
  • Established strong relationships with other agencies to enhance client case collaboration.
  • Acted as an advocate for vulnerable children and families, ensuring access to necessary resources.
  • Conducted home visits to assess safety and well-being of children.
  • Collaborated with families and guardians to facilitate positive outcomes.
  • Adhered to relevant regulations and policies when managing client interactions.
  • Developed individualized plans addressing specific needs of each client.
  • Provided guidance and mentoring to junior practitioners on best practices.
  • Maintained accurate records for all client cases to ensure compliance.
  • Participated in relevant training to enhance my practice and career development.
  • Mentored and trained 7 students on field work placements.

Education

Diploma in Social Services - Social Work

Christchurch Polytechnic (ARA)
Christchurch, NZ
03-2004

Certificate in Social Services - Social Services

Christchurch Polyytechnic (ARA)
Christchurch, NZ
03-2002

National Certificate - Social Services

Christchurch Polytechnic (ARA)
Christchurch, New Zealand, NZ
12-2001

Skills

  • Case management
  • Client advocacy
  • Individualized planning
  • Home assessment
  • Record keeping
  • Interagency collaboration
  • Cultural competence
  • Empowerment strategies
  • Training students
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Mentoring junior practitioners
  • Effective communication
  • Strengths-based solution-focused therapy
  • Child welfare expertise
  • Client documentation
  • Violence prevention
  • Mandatory reporting procedures
  • Licensed social worker ANZASW & SWRB
  • Multicultural competence

Affiliations

  • Fitness & healthy lifestyle
  • Prioritizing self-care and well-being
  • Spending time with family.

Accomplishments

  • Senior Practitioner
  • Field Work Educator

Certification

  • Full Driver License

Custom

  • Supervision Skills for Health & Social Service Professionals, NZ Coaching & Mentoring Centre November 2024
  • Leading Self 360 Assessment: Added Insight March 2025

Timeline

Registered Social Worker

Family Help Trust
06.2006 - Current

Diploma in Social Services - Social Work

Christchurch Polytechnic (ARA)

Certificate in Social Services - Social Services

Christchurch Polyytechnic (ARA)

National Certificate - Social Services

Christchurch Polytechnic (ARA)
Dawn Helen Jefferies