Hermon Getahun
Boyds
Summary
Dynamic social worker with a proven track record at Bethezatha Children's Home Association, adept in case management and crisis intervention. Successfully developed treatment plans and resolved family disputes, enhancing client outcomes. Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care, demonstrating strong conflict resolution skills and a commitment to client advocacy.
Overview
2019
2019
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker
Bethezatha Children's home association
Addis Ababa
02.2016 - 05.2018
- Developed workable solutions for recurring problems for individuals and families.
- Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
- Assessed safety risks for children living at home or in foster care settings.
- Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
- Engaged with schools and other educational institutions on behalf of students who are struggling academically or socially due to life circumstances.
- Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
- Worked collaboratively with other professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to coordinate care for clients.
- Administered conflict resolution strategies to help families resolve disputes.
- Attended team meetings and provided feedback on case updates and treatment recommendations.
Trainer Assistant
C.I.F.A Onlus
Addis Ababa
- Monitored training costs and prepared budget reports to justify expenditures.
- Conducted research on various topics relevant to the training program.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each class session.
- Maintained a clean and organized classroom environment before and after each session.
- Remained up-to-date with developments in area of expertise by reading current journals, books or magazine articles.
- Evaluated modes of training delivery to optimize training effectiveness, training costs or environmental impacts.
- Scheduled classes, meetings, and events related to the training program.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Psychology
Addis Ababa University
Ethiopia07-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Social Anthropolpgy
Unity University
Ethiopia11-2015
Skills
- Case management
- Conflict resolution
- Crisis intervention
- Team collaboration
- Treatment planning
- Training delivery
- Research skills
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving
Certification
. certified for participation on Foster care concepts and implementaion strategies issued on june 20,2015 from an NGO called KVI (kingdom vision international)
Volunteering experience
Volunteered for 10 years at Love and care for his little ones volunteering team
SKILLS
- cared for orphans and vulnerable children in an orphanage who have experienced trauma or loss
- Assist with homework and educational obstacles
- Helped the team organize donation, events or outings
- assist with daily routines (meals, homework,bedtime)
- Helped with creative engagement (arts and crafts,music, storytelling and sports)
- collaborate with stuff and other volunteers
Timeline
Social Worker
Bethezatha Children's home association
02.2016 - 05.2018
Trainer Assistant
C.I.F.A Onlus
Master of Arts - Social Psychology
Addis Ababa University
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology & Social Anthropolpgy
Unity University
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