Community, Social Services & Wellbeing Skilled Migrant Talent
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Candidate Name: Mayara E Milan (396)
Industry: Community, Social Services & Wellbeing: Social Work Graduate | Community Support | Family & Wellbeing Services
Immigration Status: Brazilian Citizen | Accredited Employer Work Visa Holder
(Currently working in New Zealand and available to discuss new opportunities with accredited employers.)
Profile Summary
Mayara is a compassionate and dedicated Social Work graduate with professional experience supporting oncology patients, children, adolescents and vulnerable families. Her career has focused on empowering individuals through advocacy, emotional support, community engagement and connecting clients with the services they need to improve their wellbeing.
Prior to relocating to New Zealand, Mayara worked as a Social Worker with ABRAPEC in Brazil, providing psychosocial support to cancer patients and their families while collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams. She also worked as a Social Educator, mentoring young people and facilitating programmes that promoted personal development, resilience and social inclusion.
Now based in Queenstown, Mayara is seeking an opportunity to continue her career within New Zealand's community services sector. While she will explore the pathway towards New Zealand Social Worker registration within the next few years, she is immediately available for a range of support and community-based roles that build on her qualifications and experience.
Areas of Expertise
- Community Support
- Family Support Services
- Emotional & Psychosocial Support
- Client Advocacy
- Community Engagement
- Wellbeing & Care Planning
- Youth Development
- Health & Social Services
- Case Documentation
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Safeguarding & Risk Awareness
- Person-Centred Care
Professional Experience
Social Worker
ABRAPEC – Brazil (2022–2025)
Supported oncology patients and their families by providing psychosocial support, advocacy and guidance while assisting clients to access healthcare, welfare and community services. Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to develop care plans and monitor client wellbeing. Maintained accurate case records and supported positive client outcomes.
Social Educator
Associação Beneficente Santa Fé – Brazil (2020–2021)
Provided emotional support, mentoring and life-skills education to children and adolescents. Facilitated educational programmes, encouraged social inclusion and supported behavioural and personal development through structured activities.
Social Work Internship
Completed community outreach, family assessments and home visits while supporting case management and participating in multidisciplinary team discussions.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Social Work
Faculdade Paulista de Serviço Social, Brazil (2019)
Languages
- Portuguese
- English
Suitable Opportunities
Mayara would be well suited to roles including:
- Community Support Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Youth Worker
- Community Services Coordinator
- Refugee & Migrant Settlement Support
- Wellbeing Coordinator
- Disability Support Coordinator
- NGO Programme Coordinator
- Community Development Officer
- Client Services Officer
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Social Services Navigator
Current Location
Queenstown, New Zealand
Available to relocate throughout New Zealand.
Visa Status
Mayara currently holds a New Zealand Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) and is already living and working in New Zealand. She is open to opportunities with other Accredited Employers, subject to Immigration New Zealand approval of a Job Change application.
Candidate Name: Poonam V (296)
Industry: Education & Health | Registered Counsellor | Student Wellbeing Specialist | Education Advisor
Immigration Status: In progress, waiting on an offer of employment to complete Visa application
Poonam is an experienced Counsellor, Psychologist, and Education Adviser with over 15 years of impact across school counselling, inclusive education, and mental health advocacy. Recognised by the New Zealand Association of Counsellors (NZAC) for professional counselling practice, she brings trauma-informed, emotionally intelligent, and culturally sensitive approaches to supporting children, adolescents, families, and communities. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Psychology, her research focuses on emotional intelligence and job satisfaction among teachers, reflecting her commitment to advancing wellbeing in education.
Key Competencies
- Student & Family Counselling (K–12 & Tertiary)
- Inclusive & Special Needs Education Support
- Emotional Intelligence & Wellbeing Frameworks
- Educational Research & Policy Advisory
- Curriculum Planning & Educational Innovation
- Conflict Resolution & Family Therapy
- Teacher Mentoring & School Administration
- Psychological Case Management (Women, Children, Elderly)
Career Highlights
- School Counsellor, Vivekanand School Nayagaon (2024–Present): Supporting students with academic pressure, anxiety, and peer challenges; embedding inclusive practices.
- Contract Counsellor, Department of Social Welfare (2022–2024): Provided therapeutic support to women survivors, children in crisis, and the elderly; coordinated with healthcare and legal aid services.
- Health & Wellness Educator, Air Force School (2020–2021): Designed wellbeing programs and delivered workshops for students, faculty, and parents.
- Psychology Teacher & Preschool Principal, Prarambh International (2017–2020): Led curriculum design, teacher development, and early childhood education operations.
- Child/Student Counsellor, Saupin’s & Bhai Gurdas Schools (2012–2016): Delivered individualised interventions and promoted inclusive learning environments.
- Family Counsellor, Nari Shakti Sangathan NGO (2003–2005): Facilitated conflict resolution and mental health awareness in rural communities.
Education & Credentials
- Ph.D. in Psychology (in progress, completion expected 2026)
- M.Phil. in Psychology, Himachal Pradesh University
- M.A. in Psychology (NZQA assessed at Level 9 NZQF)
- PG Diploma in Counselling & Family Therapy, IGNOU
- PGD in Personnel Management & Labour Welfare
- B.A. in Psychology
- Additional Diplomas: Interior Design, Computer Applications
Research & Publications
- Book Chapter: Trait Anxiety and Job Involvement Among Bank Employees
- Scopus-indexed Journal: Emotional Intelligence and Academic Achievement of Secondary School Students
- Conference Presentations: International Education Conference 2023; ICSSR Seminar; International Conference on Socio-Economic Development 2025
Languages
- English (Proficient)
- Hindi (Native)
- Punjabi (Native)
This profile positions Poonam as a globally experienced counsellor and education specialist ready to contribute to New Zealand’s schools, wellbeing services, and community organisations.