Vaipapa Evelina Ah Kuoi
Home exec
New Windsor,WKO
Summary
Self-motivated Social Work Practitioner bringing proven leadership, organizational and customer relations skills. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and the ability to work with case by case situations to promote empowerment. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Start Social Worker
The Fono Trust
07.2021 - Current
- 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.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Promoted a culture of self-care and professional development among colleagues, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged ongoing growth and learning.
- Developed and facilitated support groups, promoting healthy coping skills and fostering peer connections among participants.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients struggling with mental health challenges or behavioral concerns.
- Helped clients with recognizing and managing mental health concerns through evidence-based interventions.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
- Collaborated with schools to address students'' social-emotional needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create supportive learning environments.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Education
BACHELOR IN SOCIAL PRACTICE - Social Work
UNITEC
Henderson, AUK03.2021
Diploma Of Relational Studies - Counselling
Laidlaw College
Henderson, AUK04.2015
Skills
- SWRB Registered Social Worker (#1532279 - Lina Ah Kuoi)
- SWRB Code of Ethics
- Treaty Of Waitangi Informed Practitioner
- Culturally adaptable & fluent Samoan speaking Practitioner
- Professional demeanor
- Verbal and written communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Customer and client relations
- Patient-centered care
- Working collaboratively
- Critical thinking
- Multitasking
Entered Consumer Information
AH KUOI, Vaipapa Evelina (Lina)
Female
DOB - 03/22/79
Driver License Verification
- Yes, CB6062
- 900, AH KUOI, Vaipapa, 03/22/79
Languages
Samoan
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Family Start Social Worker
The Fono Trust
07.2021 - Current
BACHELOR IN SOCIAL PRACTICE - Social Work
UNITEC
Diploma Of Relational Studies - Counselling
Laidlaw College
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