Chinchu Paul
Ernakulam,Kerala
Summary
Proactive and enthusiastic professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Dedicated to providing assistance to individuals and families in need. Proficient in assessing individual circumstances, identifying resources and developing plans of action to deliver support.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Social Worker
Mangala Kidney Foundation
07.2022 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospital setting.
- Explained medical care options to help families make informed healthcare decisions.
- Developed individual treatment plans and provided counseling to patients.
- Facilitated support group meetings, fostering community of support among individuals facing similar health challenges.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Provided ongoing counseling to help patients deal with conditions and processes
- Streamlined discharge process, ensuring patients had smooth transition from hospital to home care.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing emotional support and counseling to patients and their families.
- Reduced readmission rates by closely monitoring patient progress and coordinating follow-up care.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, resulting in improved service delivery from healthcare providers.
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up for seamless case management.
School Counselor
Bethesda Junior School
07.2020 - 03.2022
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Enhanced student academic performance with personalized counseling sessions.
- Improved student resilience by designing and facilitating group counseling sessions focused on stress management.
- Collaborated with teachers to integrate social-emotional learning into curriculum, promoting holistic educational experience.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Collaborated with teachers and administrators to address the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students.
- Facilitated parent engagement through regular communication, informational sessions, and collaborative meetings to address student concerns.
- Assisted students in developing academic plans by conducting a comprehensive review of their strengths, weaknesses, and goals.
- Reduced incidents of bullying through proactive conflict resolution training and mediation services.
- Strengthened student leadership skills by advising student-led initiatives and clubs.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive student records, ensuring confidentiality and accurate tracking of student progress and interventions.
Social Worker(Mental Health)
Christuraja Beggar Home(Psychosocial Rehabilitation Centre))
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Coordinated safe, responsible care for 65 residents with moderate mental health issues.
- Assisting the residents with varied physical, emotional and social needs.
- Providing physical and mental stimulation.
- Promoting residents ' dignity and ensuring them to make their own choices where possible.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation for effective communication with other service providers.
- Coordinated discharge planning processes to ensure seamless transitions from institutional settings back into the community.
- Developed strong professional networks with local service providers, enhancing collaboration and resource sharing for client benefit.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through empathetic listening and open communication techniques.
- Maintained client records to document assessment, treatment plans and progress.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
Social Worker (Mental Health)
Santhibhavan Sarvodaya Panghuveckal Charitable Trust
03.2015 - 06.2016
- Analyse the inmates background information.Assess the inmates and develop specific plans of care provided to inmates.
- Provide psychosocial education to members about the nature of illness.
- Motivate the inmates for treatment and regular intake of medicines.
- Provide counseling and individual psychotherapies to help address their emotional, behavioural and mental health challenges.
- Facilitate occupational therapy and different group activities for engaging the inmates.
- Providing case work and group work services to the inmates for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment.
- Assist in evaluating the effectiveness of treatment programs by tracking inmate's behavioural changes and responses.
- Coordinating safe and effective discharges for patients to make the transition to a different treatment facility or back home.
- Maintained client records to document assessment, treatment plans and progress.
- Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
- Collaborated with mental health professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Unity Group Integrated Rehabilitation Centre for Addicts
07.2013 - 08.2014
- Established strong rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds and demographics, fostering an atmosphere of trust for open communication during counseling sessions.
- Conducted substance abuse assessments and screenings to accurately identify client needs and appropriate levels of care required.
- Enhanced communication with medical professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients with co-occurring disorders.
- Developed individual treatment goals based on history and diagnosis.
- Assisted families in understanding addiction-related issues, fostering supportive environments during the recovery process.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Supported aftercare planning for continued recovery after treatment.
- Taught substance abuse classes to help clients understand consequences of drug and alcohol use.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
- Coordinated referrals for addiction services based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Reduced relapse occurrences for clients through consistent follow-up appointments and support group referrals.
- Increased public awareness of substance abuse issues through presentations at local schools, businesses, and community events.
- Kept accurate and detailed records to track and document client progress.
Education
Master Of Social Work - Medical And Psychiatry
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala, India 06.2013
Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching - English Language And Literature
Mahatma Gandhi University
Kerala, India 06.2011
Skills
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Analytical Thinking
- Time Management
- Relationship Building
- Multitasking
- Organizational Skills
Certification
Life time membership in Indian Council of Social Welfare.
Additional Information
- Member of Councilors Council of India.
- Competent user of Microsoft Office
- Have NARIC(CEFR level C1)
- Hold a valid Indian Driving Licence
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Medical Social Worker
Mangala Kidney Foundation
07.2022 - Current
School Counselor
Bethesda Junior School
07.2020 - 03.2022
Social Worker(Mental Health)
Christuraja Beggar Home(Psychosocial Rehabilitation Centre))
12.2019 - 06.2020
Social Worker (Mental Health)
Santhibhavan Sarvodaya Panghuveckal Charitable Trust
03.2015 - 06.2016
Drug and Alcohol Counselor
Unity Group Integrated Rehabilitation Centre for Addicts
07.2013 - 08.2014
Master Of Social Work - Medical And Psychiatry
Mahatma Gandhi University
Bachelor Of Arts For Teaching - English Language And Literature
Mahatma Gandhi University
Life time membership in Indian Council of Social Welfare.
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