Omi Mehmi

Omi Mehmi is a Lecturer in Social Work and Practice Education Manager at the University of Kent’s School of Social Sciences, based at the Medway campus. He joined the university in 2018 with extensive social work experience, including roles as a Social Care Discharge Coordinator, Senior Practitioner in Adult Community Teams, and secondary mental health services. His expertise spans adult social care, child and family welfare, and hospital discharge management.

Qualifications include a social work qualification from Mid Kent College (2002), followed by professional development awards: Post Qualifying Award, Practice Teachers Award (2009), and Kent Manager Award (2017). He teaches and convenes modules on social work programs, emphasizing practical education.

Research interests focus on integrating clinical and managerial perspectives in social work practice, particularly in acute hospital settings and community-based care. His work addresses challenges in discharge coordination, multidisciplinary teamwork, and supporting vulnerable populations.

Awards reflect his commitment to professional development and leadership in social care. Current roles involve overseeing practice education, bridging academic training with real-world social work environments.