Oanh Tran
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Compassionate social worker with extensive experience promoting well-being of children, seniors, and immigrant families. Skilled in assessing client strengths, advocating for resources, and conducting home and community visits. Proven conflict resolution and decision-making abilities enhance service delivery in diverse environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker
Project Find
New York, USA
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Managed case services and conducted in-home assessments, enhancing support for homebound seniors.
- Developed care plans that empowered seniors to age successfully within their community.
- Maintained comprehensive computerized case records and statistical reports to ensure accurate tracking of client progress.
Case Manager
Heights and Hills
Brooklyn, USA
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided case management services and conducted in-home assessments for homebound seniors.
- Developed care plans for seniors in need of services to help them age successfully in their community.
- Maintained complete and accurate computerized case records and statistical reports.
Case Planner
Chinese American Planning Council
New York, USA
10.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured the well-being of children and delivered impactful counseling services for women facing domestic abuse.
- Brought my expertise in comprehensive case management and counseling to provide support and services to families in need within the community.
Resident Spiritual Practitioner
Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism
09.2008 - 06.2022
- Organized and provided transformative meditation retreats for practitioners from diverse cultural and social backgrounds who sought to immerse themselves in mindful living and learn to thrive as a close-knit community.
- Engaged in meditation and contemplative practices that nourished my spiritual path.
- Offered guidance and instructions on day-to-day mindfulness practices for both adults and children.
Case Worker
Center for Family Life for Sunset Park
Brooklyn, USA
07.2005 - 07.2007
- Provided effective counseling to clients, including immigrant children facing difficulty in school and immigrant families, to ensure better life experiences.
- Advocated for clients' rights and interests, ensuring their access to necessary services and benefits.
- Determined clients' needs and referred them to appropriate psychiatry or psychotherapy services as needed.
Social Work Intern
Jewish Guild for the Blind
New York, USA
09.2004 - 06.2005
- Provided effective counseling to visually impaired elders who attended the Center for social activities during the day.
- Assisted elderly clients with referral to psychiatry or psychotherapy services as needed.
- Collaborated with clients to identify and access appropriate resources, including housing, healthcare, and social services, as needed.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social Work
New York University
New York, NY 05-2008
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Lehman College, City University of New York
Bronx, NY 05-2005
Skills
- Communication skill
- Collaboration skill
- care plan development
- computerized case records
- in-home assessments
- Case Management skill
- Microsoft skills
Qualifications Summary
Highly dedicated and results-focused professional with experience in promoting the well-being of children, seniors, and families from immigrant communities through effective leadership and counseling efforts. Well-prepared to excel in a challenging environment where previous experiences and transferable skills can be utilized efficiently.
Timeline
Social Worker
Project Find
07.2024 - 12.2025
Case Manager
Heights and Hills
08.2023 - 06.2024
Case Planner
Chinese American Planning Council
10.2022 - 02.2023
Resident Spiritual Practitioner
Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism
09.2008 - 06.2022
Case Worker
Center for Family Life for Sunset Park
07.2005 - 07.2007
Social Work Intern
Jewish Guild for the Blind
09.2004 - 06.2005
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social Work
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Lehman College, City University of New York