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Peter Kariuki

@peterkariuki1

Experienced social work practitioner dedicated to empowering families and children.

Australia

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a challenging role that allows me to interact with AI, train AI, make recommendations and obviously make AI better.

I am an experienced and highly skilled Social Work Practitioner with a proven track record in delivering high-quality case management services across various human services sectors. My expertise lies in collaborating with families and professionals to meet the safety and developmental needs of children and young people. I excel in building meaningful relationships with clients, empowering them to achieve positive outcomes through effective communication and support.

Currently, I serve as a Team Leader in Specialized Family Services at the Victorian Aboriginal Childcare Agency (VACCA), where I oversee staff supervision, program delivery, and budget management. My previous roles have included Senior Practitioner and Child Protection Practitioner, where I have successfully implemented evidence-based interventions and led care teams to support family preservation and reunification. I am passionate about fostering culturally safe environments and advocating for the needs of vulnerable populations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

VA
Current

Team Leader Specialized Family Services

Victorian Aboriginal Childcare Agency

Jul 2023 - Present (1 year 11 months)

As a Team Leader, I provide supervision and support to staff, manage recruitment, and oversee the delivery of culturally centered early intervention programs. I ensure high-quality service delivery and maintain relationships with stakeholders while managing budgets and programmatic targets.

UT

Senior Practitioner, Family Preservation and Reunification Response

Uniting Victoria Tasmania

Jul 2022 - Jul 2023 (1 year)

Delivered intensive case management within a culturally safe framework to support the needs of children and families. Collaborated with various service providers to ensure safety and empowerment through evidence-based intervention strategies.

TC

Senior Child Protection Practitioner

Territory Families, Housing and Communities

Nov 2021 - Jul 2022 (8 months)

Managed statutory responsibilities under the Care and Protection of Children Act, conducted investigations, and provided complex case management for children in care. Engaged with clients and professionals to ensure effective decision-making and intervention.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Federation University Australia logoFA

Federation University Australia

Master of Social Work, Social Work

2018 - 2020

Earned a Master of Social Work, gaining advanced skills in social work practice, including case management, advocacy, and research methodologies.

KU

Kenyatta University

Bachelor of Education, Education

2008 - 2012

Completed a Bachelor of Education, focusing on educational theories and practices to effectively teach and support students in various learning environments.

Tech stack

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