Namhla Mvinjelwa
@namhlamvinjelwa
Social worker dedicated to student and community wellness through counselling, advocacy, and programs.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I’m a dedicated and experienced Social Worker, currently registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions (SACSSP). I bring a strong focus on emotional support, counselling services, and advocacy for individuals, groups, and communities, with a clear commitment to psychosocial well-being.
In my recent role as a Student Wellness Advisor, I provide counselling and support services to students by addressing mental health and wellness needs. I develop campus-wide campaigns and wellness programs, conduct risk assessments and intervention planning, and maintain accurate records through case notes and programme evaluations while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders for referrals and resources.
Previously, I supported people with disabilities through assessments, Individual Development Plans (IDPs), facilitated group work, and multidisciplinary collaboration to ensure optimal wellbeing. I also delivered training and awareness programs on behavioural change, mental wellness, stress management, trauma support, and substance abuse prevention, while providing support to staff including supervision, stress management, and financial wellness.
My broader experience includes disability support and accessibility coordination, grant administration functions (screening applicants, data capturing, statistics, customer care, and home visits), and community-based behavioural change work such as implementing harm reduction programs. I’ve also completed an internship providing statutory social work for vulnerable children, including screening, needs-based care, family mediation, home visits, and monitoring and evaluation—always grounded in the best interests of the child.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Student Wellness Advisor
South African College of Applied Psychology
Provided counselling and psychosocial support to students, including mental health guidance, risk assessments, and intervention planning. Developed campus-wide wellness campaigns and programs, maintained case notes, and coordinated referrals with internal and external stakeholders.
Social Worker
Association for Persons With Disability
Jul 2023 - Jun 2024 (11 months)
Conducted assessments and developed Individual Development Plans (IDPs) for residents, facilitating group work and coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams. Designed training and preventative programs on behavioural change and mental wellness, managed administrative reporting, and provided HIV adherence, bereavement, and crisis counselling.
Group Work Facilitator (SWPP)
University of the Free State
Jun 2022 - Dec 2022 (6 months)
Facilitated the SWPP group work module for 3rd-year students, providing theory and practical support with one-on-one and group supervision. Delivered student support services including stress management and mental health promotion, academic and career guidance, referral coordination, and grading feedback.
Grants Administrator Intern
SASSA
Feb 2020 - Dec 2020 (10 months)
Supported grant administration by screening applicants, capturing data, and handling telephone enquiries and customer care. Contributed to statistics and Covid-19 response activities, including home visits, food distribution, awareness programs, and referrals to external resources.
Behaviour Change Officer
South African Breweries
Feb 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 6 months)
Implemented behaviour change programs and led community engagement to promote responsible alcohol use and wellness. Delivered awareness campaigns on alcohol-related chronic disease, facilitated harm reduction group programs, monitored and evaluated initiatives, and supported referrals to relevant health and wellness services.
Student Social Worker Intern
ENGO Child and Youth Care Centre
Jun 2017 - Nov 2017 (5 months)
Conducted screening and intake for new clients and provided needs-based care to vulnerable children in line with best interests standards. Completed assessments and intervention planning, supported family mediation and interventions, and prepared reports with monitoring and evaluation of outcomes.
Support Officer (Disability)
University of the Free State
Assessed students with disabilities to identify personal and academic support needs and developed IDPs to guide assistance. Coordinated referrals, promoted accessibility and inclusivity, and maintained administration records and statistics.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of the Free State
Bachelor of Social Work, Social Work
Completed a Bachelor of Social Work (B.Social Work) at the University of the Free State. Completed related social work training/internship as part of the program.
HTS Louis Botha
Grade 12, General Education
Completed Grade 12 at HTS Louis Botha.
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Location
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