Nokwazi Manqele
Waterbury
Summary
A strong social and child welfare background is present, with capabilities in case management, familiarity with the legal system, and crisis intervention. Demonstrated skills include collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams like therapists, counselors, protective services and families. Developing and implementing effective support plans, and advocating for children's rights in various settings, including court and educational environments is also a mastered skill. Other skills that I have practices include possessing knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, and child welfare laws and regulations, coupled with strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Professional advocate with deep understanding of child welfare and protective services. Proven ability to navigate complex cases, build strong relationships, and drive positive outcomes. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and delivering measurable results. Skilled in crisis intervention, legal documentation, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
Experienced with child protection and advocacy, ensuring safety and well-being of children. Utilizes strong communication and conflict resolution skills to manage delicate situations effectively. Knowledge of child welfare policies and community resources to support families in need.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Advocate
National Association of Counsel for Children (NACC)
08.2021 - Current
- Ability to build rapport with children and families, communicate effectively with various stakeholders (including legal professionals, social workers, and community organizations), and document case information accurately. Successfully advocated for the passage of a new law protecting children from online sexual exploitation. Developed and implemented a comprehensive child abuse prevention program that reduced child maltreatment cases by providing trauma-informed support to over 90 children who had been victims of abuse or neglect. Educated parents and caregivers above 250 on child safety and abuse prevention. Collaborated with law enforcement, social services, and other agencies to investigate and prosecute child abuse cases.
Child Advocate
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
10.2022 - 10.2023
- -Local Child Advocate of the year Award, 2022/Developed and implemented a child abuse prevention program which reduced child maltreatment cases by 18%.
- - Child Life Coach Certification, 2023/ Developed and implemented a mentorship program for youth and parents that increased youth academic performance by 20%.
Education
Human Services Degree - Child Advocates
Post University
Waterbury, Connecticut05-2024
Skills
- - Interpersonal
- - Communication
- - Problem-solving
- - Advocacy skills
- - Cultural Competence
- Multicultural competence
- Family engagement
- Child development
- Empathy development
- Fundraising strategies
- Trauma-informed care
- Active listening
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Community outreach
- Child advocacy
- Substance abuse prevention
- Child welfare advocate
- Social justice advocacy
Certification
- - High School Diploma – Waterbury Adult Education -2018
- - Patient Care Technician – Naugatuck Community College-2018
Additional Information (Optional)
Languages: English, Afrikaans, Zulu, Xhosa
Timeline
Child Advocate
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
10.2022 - 10.2023
Child Advocate
National Association of Counsel for Children (NACC)
08.2021 - Current
Human Services Degree - Child Advocates
Post University
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