Jessica Mackay

Dedicated and professional Bachelor of Social Work graduate with strong communication skills and the desire to help others looking for social work job. I communicate in both English and Afrikaans, written and verbal. I matriculated from Bosmansdam High School in 2016. I graduated from the University of the Western Cape in 2020 in B. Social Work. I am currently doing my Honours at the University of the Western Cape in B. Social Work. 

I am a professional, approachable person who is able to work with people from all cultural backgrounds, independently as well as in a team. My personal goal in life is to be the best that I can be in all that I do and this is evident in the passion with which I perform my duties. I am a responsible, dedicated person who strictly adheres to deadlines and always maintain a high level of work ethic. My experience and valuable skills gained in previous positions coupled with my enthusiasm, willingness to share my knowledge with others and dedication to excellence makes me an asset and I would love to fill this position. I am hopeful that I meet the requirements for the position which is advertised and will avail myself for an interview at your earliest convenience.

• Interviewed clients and family members to obtain key information for case planning and management.
• Attended over 600 hours of meetings, conferences and training courses to advance professional knowledge of social work.
• Prepared a variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations.
• Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.
• Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
• Developed macro programs in Primary Schools to raise awareness with regards to health and sanitation and sex education.
• Was involved in interviewing, assessing and providing counselling to Primary School students.
• Volunteer and job shadowing at Department of Social Development. Conducted home visit and oversaw court proceedings.
• Third year practicum oversaw drug and rehabilitation programs at Sultan Bahu.

University of the Western Cape (2018-2021). 

• SCW401 ADVANCED FIELDWORK 
• SCW407 ADVANCED SOCIAL WORK 
• SCW408 ADV SOCIAL WORK SUPERVISION 408 
• SCW412 ADVANCED SOCIAL WORK 4120
• SCW413 ADVANCED SOCIAL WORK 413
• SCW415 ADVANCED SOCIAL WORK 415
• Registered with the South African Council for Social Service Professions.