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RuiYing Li

Half Moon Bay,New Zealand

Summary

Final-year Social Work student with practical experience in statutory and community-based settings. Currently having placement at Oranga Tamariki, gaining skills in intake assessment, child protection, and inter-agency collaboration. Experienced in culturally responsive practice, supporting diverse individuals facing complex challenges.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Oranga Tamariki Manurewa – Care and Protection
08.2025 - Current
  • Applied Oranga Tamariki’s professional practice tools to gather and analyze information during intake and investigation phases, supporting early assessment and decision-making.
  • Worked collaboratively with tamariki, whānau, communities, and allied professionals to promote safety, wellbeing, and long-term outcomes for children and young people.
  • Gained an understanding of the Oranga Tamariki Act 1989 and complied with relevant legislation and statutory responsibilities.
  • Gained practical knowledge of Oranga Tamariki’s procedures, regulatory requirements, and rational practice approaches within the statutory social work context.

Chinese New Settlers Service Trust Foundation (CNSST)
08.2024 - 11.2024
  • Conducted culturally appropriate needs assessments for Chinese clients affected by family violence and advocated for access to relevant community and legal services.
  • Supported socially isolated elderly clients by providing emotional support, identifying unmet needs, and coordinating community-based resources to enhance wellbeing.
  • Assisted cancer patients with navigating complex systems by connecting them with medical professionals, applying for government assistance, and liaising with the Cancer Society to ensure access to accurate healthcare information.
  • Developed core social work skills including cultural competence, strengths-based practice, effective communication, and multi-agency collaboration in a community-based setting.

Solomen Group in Manurewa
09.2023 - 11.2023
  • Engage with problem youth to understand their needs and provide relevant information about available support services.
  • Developed rapport with problem youths, demonstrating empathy and understanding. Established trust and open communication channels, encouraging youths to share their challenges and aspirations.
  • Connected youths with community resources, including educational programs, job training, and counselling services.

Voter Assistant

Electoral Commission
10.2023 - 10.2023
  • Engaged with the public to facilitate the voting process, demonstrating strong communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse population.
  • Ensured strict compliance with electoral policies and procedures.
  • Worked collaboratively with a team to manage the voting centre, ensuring a smooth and efficient electoral process.

Office Administrator

Brilliant Steel
08.2016 - 07.2017
  • Replenished office supplies, placing new orders for restocking to maintain inventory.
  • Used specialized accounting software to debit, credit and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Social Work - Level 7

Manukau Institute of Technology
12.2025

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation - Level 4, Education and Social Sciences

Manukau Institute of Technology
01.2021

Skills

  • Fast learner
  • Time management
  • Computer skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration

Languages

English: Proficient
Mandarin: Native / Bilingual
Cantonese: Native / Bilingual

Timeline

Oranga Tamariki Manurewa – Care and Protection
08.2025 - Current

Chinese New Settlers Service Trust Foundation (CNSST)
08.2024 - 11.2024

Voter Assistant

Electoral Commission
10.2023 - 10.2023

Solomen Group in Manurewa
09.2023 - 11.2023

Office Administrator

Brilliant Steel
08.2016 - 07.2017

New Zealand Certificate in Study and Career Preparation - Level 4, Education and Social Sciences

Manukau Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Applied Social Work - Level 7

Manukau Institute of Technology

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