Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Youth Worker
Youth Impact
Sussex, NB
10.2021 - Current
Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
Scheduled and accompanied youth clients to outside appointments such as therapy sessions, medical appointments and social outings.
Applied clinical and behavioral knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments.
Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs.
Life Coach
Crosswinds
Sussex, NB
07.2017 - 12.2020
Documented behaviors, treatments and non-compliance issues.
Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
Support Worker
WeCare
Sussex, NB
10.2016 - 07.2017
Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
Transported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
Residential Support Worker
Plumweseep Adult Residential Facility
Sussex, NB
09.2014 - 08.2016
Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
Residential Youth Care Worker
Community Youth Services
Sussex , NB
06.2011 - 09.2014
Reacted to disturbances within facility by attempting to reason with residents and separating or implementing physical restraint or isolation.
De-escalated destructive and impulsive youth behavior by assisting in finding positive alternate outlets.
Conducted one-on-one behavior management counseling for clients by teaching coping techniques and giving guidance and support.
Taught clients to relate socially through use of daily routines and activities.
Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
Education
Human Services
NBCC
Saint John, NB
06.2011
Skills
Collaboration and Teamwork
Behavioral Management Planning
Attention to Detail
Report Preparation
Verbal and Written Communication
Case Management
Active Listening
Relationship Building
Youth Programming
Behavior Support
Behavioral Intervention
Crisis Intervention
Community Advocacy
Applied Behavior Analysis
Youth Advocacy
Client Advocacy
Timeline
Residential Youth Worker
Youth Impact
10.2021 - Current
Life Coach
Crosswinds
07.2017 - 12.2020
Support Worker
WeCare
10.2016 - 07.2017
Residential Support Worker
Plumweseep Adult Residential Facility
09.2014 - 08.2016
Residential Youth Care Worker
Community Youth Services
06.2011 - 09.2014
Human Services
NBCC
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