Lamasonto

LAMASONTO NDHLOVU Nelspruit, Mpumalanga PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Experienced and compassionate Social Worker with over 8 years of experience in psychosocial support, HIV and TB program implementation, and group facilitation. Proven ability to deliver counselling services, health education, and training in community settings. Skilled in referral systems, case management, and wellnessfocused interventions that improve health outcomes. Passionate about supporting individuals and teams to make informed decisions around health and wellbeing. CORE COMPETENCIES Psychosocial Counselling & Support HIV/AIDS & TB Case Management, Group Facilitation & Wellness Training, Program Planning & coordination, Employee Wellness Interventions, Health Promotion & Community Engagement, Problem solving, , Referral Systems & Stakeholder Collaboration, Data Collection & Presentation skills. WORK EXPERIENCE Project Coordinator Right to Care, Ehlanzeni District | Apr 2024 – March 2025      Led implementation of HIV prevention programs for vulnerable population(HIV,GBV&PrEP) Facilitating training, coaching, and mentoring on health prevention programs. Supporting psychosocial interventions for vulnerable populations. Engaging in district and provincial health planning forums. Monitoring and evaluation of the projects Social worker Aquity Innovations, Nelspruit | Oct 2023 – Mar 2024     Provided psychosocial support and referrals for TB patients. Facilitated monthly adherence support groups for TB patients Implemented awareness campaigns and collaborated with public health facilities. Conducted assessments through home visits and ensured access to other services. Community Systems Technical Officer Right to Care, Nkomazi | Jun 2019 – Sep 2023     Facilitated mental health and wellness workshops for healthcare providers and communities. Provided psychosocial support to GBV patients in facilities and local communities Led HIV prevention programs and awareness campaigns in local communities. Collaborated with stakeholders to provide comprehensive care for GBV,HIV and PreP Social Worker Childline Mpumalanga | Aug 2016 – May 2019    Provided one-on-one and group counselling for individuals experiencing trauma, health challenges, or personal crises Delivered therapeutic counselling, wellness education, and referral services. Facilitated group sessions addressing trauma, mental health, and HIV wellness. Social Worker & Trainer Zigna Training, Nelspruit | Sep 2015 – May 2016   Trained and mentored social auxiliary workers in case management and intervention. Developed training content for psychosocial care and crisis management. EDUCATION Bachelor of Social Work – University of Venda | 2011 – 2014 ADDISIONAL TRAININGS     HIV Counselling & Testing (HCT) Adherence Group facilitation GBV Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) REFERENCE Available upon request