Miriam Winnie Hasheela
Albany,USA
Summary
PhD in Social Welfare, with extensive experience in addressing complex social issues through research, practice, and curriculum development. As a PhD holder in Social Welfare, I specialize in making complex social welfare principles accessible through hands-on clinical practice, research, and educational programs.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Case Manager
Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare
Windhoek, Namibia
01.2014
- Provided counseling and intervention for child abuse cases and behavioral issues among children, offering support and guidance to affected individuals and families.
- Conducted regular follow-ups to ensure service delivery and client satisfaction.
- Facilitated workshops on child welfare and gender equality topics.
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
Transitions Curriculum and Clinical Advisor
The ARC-Lexington
Albany, USA
01.2023 - Current
- Provide psychosocial counseling and emotional support to young adults with autism spectrum disorders and learning disabilities during times of emotional turmoil.
- Develop and implement curricula focused on teaching independent living skills to help these young adults achieve greater independence, and transition into careers and college.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create personalized care plans.
Graduate Research Assistant
National Child Welfare Workforce Institute
Albany, USA
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Conducted literature reviews on organizational sustainability, resilience, and family engagement in child protection services to inform research findings, best practices and policies.
- Facilitated and conducted focus group interviews with key stakeholders to gather qualitative data.
- Prepared presentations summarizing research findings for stakeholder meetings.
- Engaged with community partners to gather insights on child welfare challenges.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
- Assisted with the design of experiments, study protocols, and data collection methods.
Teaching Assistant and Tutor
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Delivered comprehensive instruction on social work with groups, theories and techniques for group dynamics and direct practice, equipping students with practical skills and knowledge to effectively engage with diverse populations.
- Assisted professors in preparing and organizing course materials for lectures.
- Facilitated communication between students and faculty regarding academic inquiries.
- Supported the grading process by evaluating student assignments and providing feedback.
- Engaged with diverse student populations to promote inclusivity and participation.
- Contributed to curriculum development by researching educational resources and methodologies.
Social Worker
Ministry of Health and Social Services
Windhoek, Namibia
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided palliative care using biopsychosocial and ecological systems frameworks to address the holistic needs of patients with life-limiting illnesses.
- Conducted assessments to identify client needs and develop care plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate client support services.
- Educated clients about community resources and available support programs.
- Advocated for clients' rights within health and social service systems.
- Attended team meetings and provided feedback on case updates and treatment recommendations.
Acting Senior Social Worker
Ministry of Health and Social Services, Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided monitoring, professional supervision, and ongoing support to social workers, ensuring high performance and effective service delivery.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within the healthcare system.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams responsible for coordinating care across multiple service providers.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing assessment results, treatment plans, progress notes and discharge summaries.
Education
Ph.D. - Social Welfare
University At Albany
Albany, NY08.2024
Ph.D. - Social Welfare
University At Albany
Albany, NY08.2024
Honors Degree - Social Work
University of Namibia
Windhoek, Namibia01.2014
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Curriculum development
- Community engagement
- Case management
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Research methodologies
- Presentation skills
- Report writing
Languages
Oshiwambo
English
Afrikaans
Timeline
Transitions Curriculum and Clinical Advisor
The ARC-Lexington
01.2023 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant
National Child Welfare Workforce Institute
01.2021 - 01.2023
Social Worker
Ministry of Health and Social Services
01.2020 - 01.2021
Teaching Assistant and Tutor
University of Namibia
01.2019 - 01.2022
Acting Senior Social Worker
Ministry of Health and Social Services, Namibia
01.2018 - 01.2019
Case Manager
Ministry of Gender Equality and Child Welfare
01.2014
Honors Degree - Social Work
University of Namibia
Ph.D. - Social Welfare
University At Albany
Ph.D. - Social Welfare
University At Albany
Publications
- Ansie, V., Mbamba, C. R., Brenyah, J. K., Esson, D., Arthur, C., Awortwe, V., & Hasheela, W. W. (2025). The power of community and culture: A study on community-based HIV/AIDS health promotion strategies in Ghana. International Perspectives on Health Equity.
- Hasheela, M. W., Chiwalo, N., Rantho, K., & Matlakala, F. (2024). Being there: A scoping review on psychosocial challenges faced by adolescents during bereavement in the Southern African Development Community. Environment and Social Psychology. https://www.researchgate.net/publication/377109550
- Hasheela, M. W., Ananias, J. A., & Schenck, C. (2020). The mushrooming of alcohol establishments: A case study of Greenwell Matongo, Windhoek, Namibia. e-Bangi, 17(8).
- Hasheela, M. W., Makhubele, J., Ananias, J., & Matlakala, F. (2019). Proximity and density of alcohol outlets as a risk factor of alcohol abuse amongst the youth: A case study of a border town in the northern region of Namibia. Global Journal of Health Science, 11(10), 134. https://doi.org/10.5539/gjhs.v11n10p134
- Chiwalo, N. B., Frank, S., Freeman, R. J., Svinurai, A., Ilonga Hamuse, T. N., & Ndayankuwa, A. (2019). Density of alcohol outlets as a risk factor of alcohol abuse amongst youth: A case study of a border town in northern Namibia. Global Journal of Health Science, 11, 134.https://doi.org/10.5539/gjhs.v11n10p134
- Matlakala, F. K., Calvin, M. J., Hasheela, M. W., Ananias, J. A., Frank, R. S., Svinurai, A., & Ilonga, H. T. N. (2019). Religious leaders’ perspectives on the effects of “hitting the bottle hard” among youth in Musina Town, Limpopo Province. e-Bangi, 16(4). http://ejournal.ukm.my/
- Dissertation Hasheela, M. W. (2024). Effects of grant termination for orphans, vulnerable children, and their caregivers in Windhoek, Namibia (Doctoral dissertation, University at Albany, SUNY). https://scholarsarchive.library.albany.edu/etd
Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriam-winnie-shidolo-hasheela-941aa023/
Phone
- Mobile, +1 518 334-9352
- Mobile, +264 814758925