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Shelly Bourne

Shelly Bourne

Levin,MWT

Summary

I work with a strength-based practice, utilizing the Te Whare Tapa Wha wellbeing model and incorporating Te Ao Maori.

Compassionate social worker with experience in supporting children, families, and schools through challenging circumstances. Skilled in developing and implementing effective intervention strategies to address emotional, behavioral, and educational needs. Strong ability to collaborate with educators, healthcare professionals, and community agencies to coordinate support services. Demonstrated impact in improving family dynamics and student outcomes through tailored case management and advocacy efforts.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Social Worker

Ruakawa whanau Ora Ltd
Levin, Levin
02.2020 - 08.2024
  • Provided social work services to individuals and families as a Family Start worker for 2 years, then moved into the role of social worker in school.
  • Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop whanau plans.
  • Assessed safety risks for children living at home.
  • Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional services and supports.
  • Provided clients with tools in parenting needs, supported in Oranga Tamariki Hui, and other community support when needed, and walked alongside whanau to help enhance their goals and inspiration.
  • Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
  • Facilitated group programming for clients with similar issues or experiences.
  • Engaged with schools and other educational institutions on behalf of students who are struggling academically or socially due to life circumstances, and working alongside whanau to support their tamariki.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions with the service providers then whanau are working with.
  • Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.

Team Leader/Community Support Worker

NZCare Navigate
Levin
02.2015 - 11.2020
  • Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
  • Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and addressing them in a professional manner.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
  • Collaborated with the care manager and service manager to achieve daily activities for both clients and service.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule and planner.
  • Offered support for client's mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
  • Kept a close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients, consulting with Manager to address concerns and protect each person from any harm.
  • Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.

Education

Diploma in Social Work - Social Worker

Te WanangaAotearoa
Tauranga, BOP
01.2009

Certificate in Social Service - Social Worker

Te WanangaAotearoa
Tauranga, BOP
12.2006

Skills

  • Registered social worker
  • Helping whanua enhance their goals and inspiration
  • Computer skills
  • Conflict resolution
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Efficient under pressure
  • Confidential in case documentation
  • Family Case Management
  • Client Needs Assessment
  • Life Skill Development
  • Safety Planning
  • Strength base planning
  • Cultural awareness
  • Client Support
  • Client Advocacy
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Client Confidentiality
  • Behavioral support
  • Resource Navigation
  • Educational Support
  • Attention to Detail
  • Community Resources
  • Compassionate
  • Non judgemental
  • Valid full license

Timeline

Social Worker

Ruakawa whanau Ora Ltd
02.2020 - 08.2024

Team Leader/Community Support Worker

NZCare Navigate
02.2015 - 11.2020

Diploma in Social Work - Social Worker

Te WanangaAotearoa

Certificate in Social Service - Social Worker

Te WanangaAotearoa
Shelly Bourne