Sample resume – social worker
Ms Selma Socialworker
Address: 1234 Dandelion Road, Brunswick, Vic. 3056
Mobile/telephone contact: 0402 989 765
Email: selmasw@gmail.com
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Mar 2012-current Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Social Work
Monash University
Due for completion December 2015
Majors: History and Social Work
2011 Diploma of Tertiary Studies
Monash University
SUPERVISED PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE
17 Sept – 21 Dec 2014 Department of Health and Ageing
Community Partnership Program with Filipino Community Council of
Victoria Inc
Conducted interviews with seniors and co-ordinated community forums
to identify issues that influence participation in community based social
programs and compiled summary report for Council
Contributed to on-line resource ‘My Connected Community’
11 June – 14 Sept 2014 Villa Maria, Berwick
Senior Services
Planned, implemented and evaluated ‘edible garden’ program
Compiled report and presented to senior services committee
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
2014 – current Australian Association of Social Workers
Student member
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS SUMMARY
Well developed understanding of contemporary social work theories and ability to incorporate these into social
work practice, proven through excellent supervisor reports upon completion of placements
Strong communication skills developed when interviewing clients and presenting survey findings to community
group members, work colleagues and supervisors
Capacity for effective time management shown during placement when working to a deadline to gather data for
report required by Filipino Community Council
Ability to practice in accordance with professional AASW Code of Ethics including recording information
impartially and respecting client privacy and confidentiality
Operate well within team settings, taking responsibility for individual contributions and collaborating with others
through community involvement
Insight into issues facing later-life individuals having undertaken placements focusing on senior services and
experience at Centrelink processing Age Pension applications