Community involvement
DHALIA CAADAN
Social Worker
Muntinlupa City
Summary
I am a highly motivated Social Worker with a comprehensive understanding of social justice issues and the systems that affect marginalized communities. My primary objective is to develop and facilitate programs that support communities in need. As a collaborative and analytical advocate, I establish strategic partnerships to advocate for clients and advance the cause of communities in need. I am committed to building trustworthy relationships and advocating for the best interests of my clients. With a specialization in Case Management, I have rendered interventions for almost 8 years now for the needs of children and youth, and outreach to the requirements of the community. I am an organized and dependable professional who manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I am always willing to undertake additional responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Social Worker
SOS Children's Village, Philippines
Metro Manila, Philippines
07.2021 - Current
- Helped clients transition from residential facilities to independent living situations with appropriate support in place.
- Responsible for raising awareness of the SOS Child Protection Policy principles within own area of work. Aimed to prevent and protect children from all forms of abuse, abandonment, exploitation, violence, and discrimination.
- Required to report any Child Safeguarding suspicion, concern, allegation, or incident immediately, following the reporting procedures. Child Safeguarding reports should be made to the IOR Child Safeguarding focal person and/or to the respective line manager.
- Created Social Case Study Reports with interventions for the best interest and welfare of the child. - Supported caregivers in the discharge of their duties of providing care for children in their family houses, under the leadership of the Alternative Care Coordinator.
- Engaged in direct work with the children and caregivers based on professional social work practice, ethics, and values to achieve the sustainable development of the SOS families and future integration of children into their community.
- Ensured the timely completion of the family development plans with the active participation of children and caregivers.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, guided effective communication strategies, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Assisted clients in navigating the legal system, attended court hearings as needed, and provided support throughout the process.
- Worked closely with schools to address students' social-emotional needs, creating supportive learning environments.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Advocated for systemic change that would benefit clients' needs more effectively over time by contributing to policy development efforts within the organization or broader community context.
- 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.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
Social Worker
Leyte Samar Center For Change Foundation Inc.
Burauen, Province Of Leyte, Philippines
08.2017 - 06.2021
- Case Management
- Responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of children, including preventing and protecting them from abuse, exploitation, violence, and discrimination.
- Collaborates with caregivers and multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plans for children and families.
- Case Management
- Conducts assessments, develops tailored intervention plans, conducts home visits, and navigates complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits for clients.
Education
College of Education - Certificate of Teaching Program
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Muntinlupa (PLMUN)
Muntinlupa City Manila, Philippines 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Leyte Normal University (LNU)
Tacloban City, Province Of Leyte, Philippines 04.2001 -
Skills
Client Advocacy
Case Documentation
Intervention Planning
Referrals and networking
Emergency response training
Child Development
Problem-solving abilities
Analytical Skills
Empathy building
Child Welfare Expertise
Certification
Licensed Social Worker
Interests
Volunteering
Timeline
Social Worker
SOS Children's Village, Philippines
07.2021 - Current
Social Worker
Leyte Samar Center For Change Foundation Inc.
08.2017 - 06.2021
College of Education - Certificate of Teaching Program
Pamantasan Ng Lungsod Ng Muntinlupa (PLMUN)
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Leyte Normal University (LNU)
04.2001 -