Ovida Franklin
Social Worker
Diego Martin,DMN
Summary
Dynamic social worker with extensive experience in legal aid and advisory authority. Expertise in psychosocial assessment and crisis intervention, leading to improved client outcomes. Proven ability to advocate for resources and enhance treatment through effective case management. Committed to fostering emotional well-being and empowering individuals to achieve personal goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker Support
Legal Aid and Advisory Authority- Public Defenders Department
01.2025 - Current
- Executed comprehensive psychosocial assessments to inform treatment plans and address client needs.
- Conducted client interviews to support bail release screening and assessment.
- Ensured precise evaluation of clients' treatment status for timely court reviews.
- Advocated for clients to secure vital resources for well-being.
- Communicated with authorities on adjournment dates and hearing outcomes.
- Managed detailed records and confidential files to ensure compliance with privacy standards.
- Prioritized tasks and assessed workflows to boost efficiency.
- Completed tasks to support team objectives and enhance operational efficiency.
FAMILY SERVICES SOCIAL WORKER
Ministry of Social Development and Family Services
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial assessments to inform casework findings and improve client outcomes.
- Formulated tailored service plans in collaboration with clients to achieve specific objectives.
- Delivered individualized counseling services to children and adults, fostering personal growth and emotional well-being.
- Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary efforts with psychiatrists, psychologists, and nurses to improve treatment outcomes.
- Connected individuals experiencing homelessness with emergency shelter resources, facilitating access to critical support services.
- Maintained organized client files for each completed session to ensure compliance and quality assurance.
- Participated in team meetings to collaborate on case updates and formulate effective treatment recommendations.
Youth Development Officer
Division of sport and youth development
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Led training courses in youth leadership, enhancing participants' understanding of leadership principles.
- Promoted sponsorship and engagement by collaborating with organizations and individuals in youth development activities.
- Formed youth groups by conducting district visits and meetings with unattached youths.
- Executed programs to increase awareness of health issues affecting youth.
- Facilitated discussions with community stakeholders to advocate for rights of young individuals.
- Collaborated with external partners, including educational institutions and non-profits, to enhance support services for youth.
- Compiled reports on inspection visits and group meetings, identifying key issues for superiors.
FAMILY COUNSELLOR
ASA FAMILY CENTER
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Delivered targeted counseling services to support emotional and psychological well-being of children and adolescents.
- Led therapeutic group sessions to enhance behavioral health and social skills.
- Collaborated on tailored treatment plans to improve therapeutic outcomes for children.
- Tracked client progress and shared insights with parents to enhance support strategies.
- Implemented reinforcement strategies that promoted constructive behavior changes.
- Designed supportive environments that facilitated client self-expression.
- Applied crisis intervention techniques to stabilize individuals in distress.
- Managed comprehensive records to ensure effective client communication.
Team Lead, Child Protection Unit
Children’s Authority of Trinidad and Tobago
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Delivered comprehensive case management services for children and families, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated discussions among team members, clients, stakeholders to evaluate care and placement strategies, enhancing collaborative decision-making.
- Developed plans and protocols with stakeholders to improve service delivery processes.
- Established frameworks for precise documentation of services provided to children and families.
- Coordinated referrals to agencies, facilitating necessary support for clients.
- Supervised reporting staff, monitoring performance to maintain quality service delivery standards.
- Managed monthly budget preparation processes to ensure accurate financial oversight.
- Generated quarterly reports to guide team discussions and inform strategic decision-making.
Parent Skills Facilitator
ChildLink. inc. Guyana
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Organized and led group sessions with parents to enhance collaboration and address concerns.
- Provided individualized counseling to support parents of at-risk children.
- Facilitated discussions and activities to drive targeted outcomes for parent engagement.
- Executed weekly community visits to strengthen relationships and gather feedback for program improvement.
- Engaged stakeholders to ensure compliance with requirements and enhance facilitation effectiveness.
- Analyzed participant learning needs to optimize session effectiveness.
- Established a judgment-free environment for open expression of thoughts among participants.
- Conducted performance assessments to boost team effectiveness and productivity.
School counsellor
ChildLink. inc. Guyana
01.2010 - 01.2014
- Facilitated psychosocial support services for children and families to promote resilience and coping strategies.
- Guided families in navigating community resources to maximize support and enhance well-being.
- Led engaging group sessions to foster personal development among youths.
- Organized and delivered weekly sensitization sessions in schools to promote health education.
- Executed weekly community visits to strengthen relationships and collect actionable feedback.
- Coordinated with authorities to report and refer cases needing immediate intervention.
- Documented and updated case records to ensure accurate tracking of children's progress.
- Generated comprehensive monthly and quarterly work reports to improve supervisory oversight and facilitate informed decision-making.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Social Work
University of Guyana
01-2011
Skills
- Psychosocial assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Treatment planning
- Case management
- Resource advocacy
- Mental health support
- Confidential record-keeping
Training
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- Restorative Justice and Conference
- Un Facilitator- Master Trainer in Gender-Based Violence
- Adolescent Drug and Substance Abuse Intervention Training
- Mental Health Psychosocial Support for Survivors of Trafficking
Timeline
Social Worker Support
Legal Aid and Advisory Authority- Public Defenders Department
01.2025 - Current
FAMILY SERVICES SOCIAL WORKER
Ministry of Social Development and Family Services
01.2020 - 01.2025
Youth Development Officer
Division of sport and youth development
01.2018 - 01.2020
FAMILY COUNSELLOR
ASA FAMILY CENTER
01.2016 - 01.2018
Team Lead, Child Protection Unit
Children’s Authority of Trinidad and Tobago
01.2016 - 01.2017
Parent Skills Facilitator
ChildLink. inc. Guyana
01.2014 - 01.2016
School counsellor
ChildLink. inc. Guyana
01.2010 - 01.2014
Bachelor's Degree - Social Work
University of Guyana