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Jodie-Lyn Barris

Windsor,Canada

Summary

Skilled in substance abuse treatment coordination and demonstrating exceptional teamwork, I significantly enhanced community health outcomes at St. Lenords House. Leveraging Microsoft Office expertise and a continuous learning approach, I adeptly managed confidential information and prioritized tasks, achieving notable client progress and satisfaction.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Shift Supervisor

St. Lenords House
Windsor, Ontario
04.2024 - Current
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
  • Attended team meetings and provided feedback on case updates and treatment recommendations.
  • Developed workable solutions for recurring problems for individuals and families.
  • Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
  • Provided crisis intervention services, as needed.
  • Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans accordingly.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss complex cases.
  • Directed protective placement, case management, parent education and family reunification activities.
  • Reduced unnecessary risk of institutional care by treating high-risk clients living in communities.

Housing Supervisor

The Bridge
Leamington, Ontario
05.2019 - Current
  • Completed regular walk-arounds of the facility to ensure youth safety
  • Provided wake up calls during week and on weekends if requested
  • Responsible for facilitating weekly housing meetings to discuss any concerns and defuse conflicts
  • Facilitated conflict resolution process as outlined in the occupancy agreement
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources
  • If a youth violates the terms of their occupancy Check facility and common room spaces for cleanliness/paraphernalia
  • Connected with staff on youth progress or information that needs to be shared at the (e.g., appointment reminders, daily interactions, useful resources etc.);
  • Reviewed active youth files that hold overview of youth who are currently staying in facility
  • Maintained a healthy and safe atmosphere, intervene if there are issues (e.g., conflict resolution, NVCI, Mental Health First Aid, etc.)
  • Ensured youth are following guidelines set out in Occupancy Agreement and Bridge Code of Conduct, consistently enforcing rules
  • Interacted with youth regarding their day/plans, overnights, upcoming appointments, tasks that need completing (ex., tidying their rooms, common space, etc.)
  • Enforced curfew, unless otherwise discussed, and quiet hours (e.g., remain on site after curfew)
  • Case-note interactions and documented incidents as per supporting policies and procedures
  • Notified the Bridge Program Manager and case worker via case note or incident form, as required
  • Documented client progress in confidential files
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Supported clients by representing needs and advocating for clients rights, community-based settings
  • Maintained accurate records of all tenant information, including contact information, income levels, and payment history.
  • Answered calls and responded to inquiries from various parties using strong active listening and open-ended questioning skills to resolve problems.

Dormitory Supervisor

WECDSB
Windsor, ON
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
  • Provided successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
  • Ran errands and provided general office support in a professional environment
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
  • Lead groups, workshops, and wrote programming curriculum as needs were noticed
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in or out of the dormitory
  • Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse dormitory programming
  • Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension
  • Reviewed lesson material with students individually or in small groups

Caseworker

House of Sophrosyne
Windsor, ON
09.2022 - 09.2022
  • Performed placement monitoring, and crisis intervention
  • Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations
  • Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources
  • Recorded case notes and performed follow-up documentation for admitted and transferred patients; led both group programming sessions
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures
  • Educated clients on mental health, wellness and recovery topics
  • Provided support to clients with drug and alcohol abuse issues
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients

Community Care Worker

Salvation Army
Windsor, Ontario
  • Completed regular walk-arounds of the facility
  • Supervised 10-30 socially diverse male clients ages 16-65
  • Counsel and support clients with medical or personal difficulties
  • Record and distribute medications to clients according to direction of a physician
  • Facilitated various in-house activities and planned outings
  • Managed and eliminate behavioral problems that may occur
  • Organized and set client's appointments
  • Complied with court order curfews and contacted the right authorities
  • Assisted case management team in identifying potential problems by providing input to counselors and other professionals in regards to development of client program plans
  • Helped vulnerable individuals navigate complex healthcare system
  • Used Microsoft Word to report and document clients' daily activities and progress
  • Counseled clients on health-related topics and lifestyle changes for improved well-being
  • Lead group discussions to divisive clients on topics such as substance abuse, safe sex, domestic violence, and inappropriate touching

Education

Cultural Sensitivity -

12.2024

MHFA

CMHA
07-2024

First Aid CPR -

10.2022

Centering Black Youth - Anti Racism -

Youth Rex
03.2022

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention -

02.2022

Cannabis And Youth for Youth Workers -

Youth Rex
01.2022

Community Service Worker Diploma -

Trios College
Windsor, Ontario

Suicide Intervention Skills Training. -

Canadian Mental Health Association
Windsor, Ontario

Skills

  • Able to work independently
  • Teamwork
  • Capable of attaining unfamiliar information
  • Continuous learner
  • Problem-solver
  • Ability to multitask
  • Ability to prioritize tasks
  • Experience in general office procedures
  • Works well under pressure
  • Experience handling confidential client information
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Substance Abuse Treatment Coordination
  • Active Listening
  • Mental Health Care Assistance
  • Attention to detail
  • Community Health Improvement
  • Reasoning Ability
  • Shift reporting
  • Schedule management
  • Attendance oversight

Timeline

Shift Supervisor

St. Lenords House
04.2024 - Current

Caseworker

House of Sophrosyne
09.2022 - 09.2022

Dormitory Supervisor

WECDSB
08.2022 - 08.2023

Housing Supervisor

The Bridge
05.2019 - Current

Community Care Worker

Salvation Army

Cultural Sensitivity -

MHFA

CMHA

First Aid CPR -

Centering Black Youth - Anti Racism -

Youth Rex

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention -

Cannabis And Youth for Youth Workers -

Youth Rex

Community Service Worker Diploma -

Trios College

Suicide Intervention Skills Training. -

Canadian Mental Health Association

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