Ranju Skaria
Colchester,Essex
Summary
Searching for social work career opportunities that are both challenging and fulfilling in order to help manage and achieve the desired social care outcomes for people as individuals, families, and communities. Process- and detail-oriented, flexible, a leader and team player with great interpersonal and organizational abilities. Capacity to accurately prioritize and oversee several projects at once, as well as a drive to uplift others by fusing compassion, empathy, and positive energy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work History
STUDENT SOCIAL WORKER (FINAL PLACEMENT)
Essex County Council- The Mulberry Tree Family Centre
Colchester
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Assist specialist and court-directed assessments of parents
- Conduct parenting assessments, sibling assessments, PAMS (Parenting Assessment Manual), and parent assessments for individuals with learning difficulties
- Perform sex offender risk assessments and protective capacity assessments for non-offending partners of perpetrators of sexual offenses
- Conduct AIM assessments for children displaying harmful sexual behaviors
- Offer group work sessions such as Dad's Can, focusing on topics like change, trauma, positive parenting, healthy relationships, and domestic abuse
- Provide tailored change work packages concentrating on specific risk and need areas identified during evaluations.
STUDENT SOCIAL WORKER (FIRST PLACEMENT)
Wisdom Community Centre
Romford
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Assessing the needs of adults facing social, emotional, economic, or health-related challenges
- Developing individualized care plans in collaboration with clients and their families, focusing on their strengths and resources
- Providing counseling, support, and advocacy to empower adults in accessing necessary services and resources
- Connecting clients with community resources such as healthcare providers, housing assistance programs, employment services, and financial aid
- Conducting home visits and regular check-ins to monitor progress and ensure the safety and well-being of clients
- Collaborating with other professionals including healthcare professionals, mental health specialists, and legal advisors to address complex issues
- Providing crisis intervention and support during emergencies or difficult situations
- Maintaining accurate records and documentation of client interactions, progress, and outcomes in accordance with ethical and legal standards.
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL MANAGER
MGM Group of Schools
06.2012 - 08.2022
- Making strategic decisions to enhance the overall effectiveness of the school
- Managing and overseeing the day-to-day operations of the school
- Supervising administrative staff and ensuring efficient workflow
- Hiring, supervising, and evaluating teaching and non-teaching staff.
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
MGM Group of Schools
05.2017 - 06.2020
- Collaborating with teachers to develop and implement the school curriculum
- Managing student behavior and enforcing disciplinary policies
- Collaborating with teachers and parents to address behavioral issues
- Building positive relationships with parents and the local community.
MANAGER AND PROGECT COORDINATOR
Abhaya Niketan Village Mission. (NGO)
06.2012 - 04.2017
- Work with project managers and stakeholders to develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables
- Ensure alignment of project objectives with the overall mission and goals of the NGO
- Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members, partners, and stakeholders
- Coordinate meetings, workshops, and other collaborative activities to ensure effective project implementation
- Assist in developing project budgets and track expenditures to ensure financial accountability
- Monitor budgetary compliance and report on financial status to relevant parties.
VOLUNTARY SERVICE AS OFFICE ASSISTANT
Abhaya Niketan Village Mission. (NGO)
04.2004 - 05.2006
- Provide general administrative support, including filing, photocopying, and data entry
- Assist in maintaining organized and efficient office systems
- Handle incoming and outgoing communications, including emails, phone calls, and postal mail
- Assist in record-keeping, including filing and archiving documents
- Support the planning and coordination of events, meetings, and workshops.
Education
MASTER OF ARTS - Social Work
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX - COLCHESTER
10.2022 - Current
BACHELORS OF EDUCATION - Education
BARKATULLAH UNIVERSITY - INDIA
10.2011 - 05.2012
BACHELOR OF DIVINITY - Christian Theology
SERAMPORE UNIVERSITY- INDIA
12.2006 - 05.2011
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Social work, Psychology and Economics
BARKATULLAH UNIVERSITY - INDIA
10.2001 - 05.2004
Skills
- Care needs assessment
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Emotional Resilience
- Detail-orientated
- Behavioral communication
- Safeguarding
- Trauma-informed practice
- Strong communicator
Timeline
STUDENT SOCIAL WORKER (FINAL PLACEMENT)
Essex County Council- The Mulberry Tree Family Centre
10.2023 - 05.2024
STUDENT SOCIAL WORKER (FIRST PLACEMENT)
Wisdom Community Centre
04.2023 - 08.2023
MASTER OF ARTS - Social Work
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX - COLCHESTER
10.2022 - Current
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL
MGM Group of Schools
05.2017 - 06.2020
HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL MANAGER
MGM Group of Schools
06.2012 - 08.2022
MANAGER AND PROGECT COORDINATOR
Abhaya Niketan Village Mission. (NGO)
06.2012 - 04.2017
BACHELORS OF EDUCATION - Education
BARKATULLAH UNIVERSITY - INDIA
10.2011 - 05.2012
BACHELOR OF DIVINITY - Christian Theology
SERAMPORE UNIVERSITY- INDIA
12.2006 - 05.2011
VOLUNTARY SERVICE AS OFFICE ASSISTANT
Abhaya Niketan Village Mission. (NGO)
04.2004 - 05.2006
BACHELOR OF ARTS - Social work, Psychology and Economics
BARKATULLAH UNIVERSITY - INDIA
10.2001 - 05.2004
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