Lenny Kwarikunda
Social Worker
Kampala ,Kampala
Summary
Dynamic social worker with expertise in child welfare services and a proven track record at Peace for Children Africa. Skilled in multidisciplinary team collaboration and psychosocial assessments, I effectively advocated for clients' rights and facilitated positive behavior change, enhancing family dynamics and securing essential resources for those in need.
Overview
2015
2015
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Peace for Children Africa
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
Child and Family Counselor
Old Kampala Police
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to encourage mutual support and shared learning among families facing similar issues.
- Enhanced communication between family members through the development of tailored conflict resolution strategies.
- Promoted positive behavior change by encouraging self-reflection and personal growth among clients.
- Evaluated progress regularly, adjusting counseling approaches as needed to optimize results for clients.
- Conducted home visits when appropriate, gaining insight into family dynamics outside of traditional office settings.
Administration Assistant
Chamber Of Commerce And Industry
02.2011 - 09.2014
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely and professional responses to inquiries via phone, email, or in-person visits.
- Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze, and report on performance and sales data.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Reduced administrative workload for supervisors, managing calendar appointments and coordinating meeting logistics.
Senior Sales Assistant
Four Ways Fish Industry
03.2008 - 06.2010
- Collaborated with marketing team to create targeted promotional campaigns that boosted overall sales performance.
- Established strong rapport with prospective clients through strategic networking efforts, leading to increased business referrals.
- Led monthly presentations on best practices in achieving success as a Senior Sales Assistant, resulting in improved team performance.
- Set up delivery and repair appointments based on availability and individual schedules.
- Continuously monitored industry news and trends, adapting sales approach accordingly to maintain relevance in a constantly evolving market.
Education
Certificate - Cisco Networking Program
Makerere University
Kampala07.2007
UCE
Progressive Secondary School
KampalaUACE -
Progressive Secondary School
KampalaDegree - Child Development
Uganda Christian University
Mukono07.2015
Diploma - Development Studies
Kampala International University
Kampala06.2006
Skills
Structured Decision Making (SDM) tools knowledge
Teen substance abuse training
Life skills development
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Confidential case documentation
Analytical thinking
Career development counselor
Depression and anxiety specialist
Life skills counseling
Child Welfare Services/Case Management System (CWS/CMS)
Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
Psychosocial assessments expert
Applied behavioral analysis
Family reunification specialist
Skilled community-based case manager
Timeline
Administration Assistant
Chamber Of Commerce And Industry
02.2011 - 09.2014
Senior Sales Assistant
Four Ways Fish Industry
03.2008 - 06.2010
Social Worker
Peace for Children Africa
Child and Family Counselor
Old Kampala Police
Certificate - Cisco Networking Program
Makerere University
UCE
Progressive Secondary School
UACE -
Progressive Secondary School
Degree - Child Development
Uganda Christian University
Diploma - Development Studies
Kampala International University