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Alexis Meyers

Hamilton

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Peer Support Worker

Mental Health Rights Coalition
10.2022 - Current
  • Assist people with mental health issues to identify and achieve life goals as part of their own recovery process through the use of the Consumer/Survivor Initiative - those who have had their own struggles with mental illness helping others currently on their road to recovery
  • Provide mentorship, emotional support, problem solving, goal setting, crisis risk assessment, and referrals to other community supports
  • Promote empowerment and self determination through nonjudgmental listening and person-centered goal setting.

Emotional Support Volunteer

Certified Listener's Society
11.2021 - Current
  • Provide immediate emotional support for callers of all genders, sexual identities, race, socio-economic status etc., via chat-room style setting
  • Work with callers to identify their needs and what can be done to give appropriate support
  • Providing appropriate referrals and applicable information whenever possible
  • Collaborating with other volunteers/staff in a professional/respectful way to ensure the needs of all callers are being met confidentially and respectfully
  • Have completed approximately 200 hours to date in this role.

Talent Acquisition Team Member Volunteer

Certified Listener's Society
09.2022 - Current
  • Conduct onboarding interviews for potential new volunteers/placement students/supervisors who wish to join the CLS community
  • Reviewed employment applications and evaluated work history, education and other qualifications of applicants
  • Assess whether or not potential candidates possess the appropriate experience & demeanor to work with the CLS team and offer positions if applicable
  • Complete the minimum 2 shift/per month requirement.

24-Hour Support Line Volunteer

SACHA - Sexual Assault Centre of Hamilton & Area
10.2021 - 02.2023
  • Provide telephone support for all types of survivors of sexual violence regardless of gender, sexual identity, race, socio-economic class, etc
  • Provide a safe space for non-judgmental listening to help see it was not the survivor's fault and support them on their road to recovery
  • Providing applicable information with regards to exploring appropriate medical/legal options and resources
  • Provide accompaniment to hospital & police if necessary
  • Completed minimum 2 shifts per week
  • Have completed approximately 300 hours in this role.

Tea Guide/Assistant Store Manager

DAVIDsTEA
08.2017 - Current
  • Fulfill responsibilities of providing excellent customer service to patrons on a daily basis
  • Knowledgeable on over 150 different styles of tea in order to provide the best customer experience possible
  • Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Enhanced store appearance for increased sales by maintaining cleanliness and implementing strategic merchandise displays.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions
  • Assist customers when dealing with any conflict in a calm, positive manner

Emergency Food Program Volunteer

Good Shepherd Centres
11.2021 - 05.2022
  • Working with vulnerable individuals who are in need of emergency support services/resources offered through the venture centre food bank
  • Assist clients with 'shopping' for food, clothing and personal items all while providing each and every client with the upmost dignity and respect
  • Assist with organizing/collecting food, clothing and personal items throughout the duration of shift
  • Completed approximately 75 hours volunteering.

Youth Mentor Volunteer

Why Not Youth Centre
09.2017 - 12.2019
  • Provided emotional support to homeless and at-risk youth during drop-in centre hours
  • This included engaging in a fun and meaningful mentorship role to all youth ages 13-20
  • Certified in Crisis Response Training for Working with Homeless and At-Risk Youth - Achieved the role of Youth Advocate after one year of excellence in committed volunteerism
  • Completed approximately 350 volunteer hours.

Education

BSW in Social Work -

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
05.2025

BA in Criminology -

Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, ON
06.2018

Skills

  • Outstanding passion for helping others
  • Excellent communication/written and interpersonal skills
  • Eager and enthusiastic, especially when learning new ideas
  • Excellent at problem solving and decision making while under stressful circumstances
  • Excellent at performing in a leadership role while continuing to support and encourage fellow team members
  • Works extremely well within a team setting
  • Always adheres to privacy & confidentiality standards
  • Always works with best practices and standards in mind
  • Thoroughly skilled in active listening and Peer Advocacy
  • Works with a strong harm reduction approach when working with vulnerable populations

Certification

  • ASIST Training - LivingWorks
  • Mental Health First Aid (Standard) - Mental Health Commission of Canada
  • Standard First Aid & CPR

Timeline

Peer Support Worker

Mental Health Rights Coalition
10.2022 - Current

Talent Acquisition Team Member Volunteer

Certified Listener's Society
09.2022 - Current

Emotional Support Volunteer

Certified Listener's Society
11.2021 - Current

Emergency Food Program Volunteer

Good Shepherd Centres
11.2021 - 05.2022

24-Hour Support Line Volunteer

SACHA - Sexual Assault Centre of Hamilton & Area
10.2021 - 02.2023

Youth Mentor Volunteer

Why Not Youth Centre
09.2017 - 12.2019

Tea Guide/Assistant Store Manager

DAVIDsTEA
08.2017 - Current

BSW in Social Work -

McMaster University

BA in Criminology -

Wilfrid Laurier University

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