Alexis Meyers
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Passionate Social Work student with a strong commitment to the field, backed by 5+ years of experience in both paid and volunteer roles
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Women's Advocate
YWCA Hamilton
Hamilton, ON
07.2024 - Current
- Works with clients/residents individually and/or in groups to improve social and living skills by providing regular programming (e.g. goal setting, safety plans, planning)
- Assists in the operation of day to day needs and working collaboratively with women to facilitate a plan to safe and effective independence
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions using database software in accordance with YWCA policies and procedures.
- Provides crisis intervention and counseling support
- Maintains the highest level of confidentiality when working with sensitive and personal client, employee and contract information
- Provides front line desk support including safety and security for Transitional Living building during evening and weekend hours
- Nurtures and forms meaningful internal and external working relationships and partnerships
Peer Support Worker
Mental Health Rights Coalition
Hamilton, ON
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborates with clients experiencing mental health and substance use challenges, assisting them in the development and accomplishment of individualized life goals through the implementation of the Consumer/Survivor Initiative.
- Provides mentorship, emotional support, and problem solving to clients while assisting them with goal setting, crisis risk assessment, and connecting them to other community supports
- Promotes empowerment and self determination through nonjudgmental listening and person-centered goal setting
- Maintains strict data confidentiality and privacy on information related to individuals.
- Maintains accurate records of client interactions and progress notes.
Talent Acquisition Supervisor Volunteer
Certified Listener's Society
Burlington, ON
09.2022 - Current
- Resolve volunteer concerns in a timely manner while ensuring overall satisfaction.
- Help maintain and organize accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, general inquiries etc.
- Facilitated onboarding interviews for individuals seeking to become part of the CLS community as volunteers, placement students, or supervisors
- Reviewed employment applications and evaluated work history, education and other qualifications of applicants
- Determined eligibility for employment within the CLS team based on candidates' qualifications and ability to work effectively
- Achieved and currently maintain the minimum shift requirements
Intern - Community Mental Health Worker
Good Shepherd Centres
Hamilton, ON
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Provided various types of support to team members in handling daily case management responsibilities.
- Shadowed and observed teammates during interactions with clients so as to properly assess best practice techniques
- Provided assistance, support and advocacy to clients during scheduled appointments, food bank visits etc.
- Assisted and supported clients in accessing community resources i.e. employment, education and financial assistance programs
- Offered emotional support to assist clients in effectively managing their emotions.
- Maintained accurate and confidential records on all case files in accordance with agency policy.
24-Hour Support Line Volunteer
SACHA - Sexual Assault Centre of Hamilton & Area
Hamilton, ON
10.2021 - 02.2023
- Provide on-call and overnight telephone support for all types of survivors of sexual violence regardless of gender, sexual identity, race, socio-economic class, etc
- Provided empathetic support and active listening to survivors, ensuring they felt understood and validated in their journey towards healing.
- Created a safe environment for survivors to express their feelings without fear or judgement.
- Provided relevant information to support the investigation of medical/legal alternatives and available resources.
- Facilitated accompaniment for hospital and police situations, when necessary
- Successfully completed over 300 hours in this role, while consistently meeting and surpassing the minimum weekly shift requirement.
Emotional Support Volunteer
Certified Listener's Society
Burlington, ON
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Offered immediate emotional support for individuals from different genders, sexual identities, races, and socio-economic statuses in a chat-room style environment.
- Collaborated with callers to accurately assess their requirements and determine the most suitable support solution
- Provided appropriate referrals and applicable information when possible.
- Maintained confidentiality while collaborating with other volunteers/staff to effectively address the needs of all callers.
- Have successfully completed approximately 200 hours in this role
Emergency Food Program Volunteer
Good Shepherd Centres
Hamilton, ON
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Contributed to providing emergency support services/resources to vulnerable individuals at the venture centre food bank
- Assisted clients in selecting food, clothing, and personal items with utmost dignity and respect
- Maintained a clean and orderly workspace throughout shift.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to ensure efficient operation of the food bank.
- Supported in coordinating the collection and arrangement of food, clothing, and personal items for the duration of each shift
- Have successfully completed approximately 75 hours volunteering in this role
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Why Not Youth Centre
Brantford, ON
09.2017 - 12.2019
- Provided emotional support to homeless and at-risk youth ages 13-20 during drop-in centre hours
- Provided one-on-one support to vulnerable youth by facilitating activities and monitoring progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed in order to help deescalate difficult situations.
- Earned certification in Crisis Response Training for working with homeless and at-risk youth, resulting in promotion to the role of Youth Advocate based on exceptional volunteer performance over one year.
- Have successfully completed approximately 350 volunteer hours
Education
BA in Criminology -
Wilfrid Laurier University
Brantford, ON06.2018
Bachelor of Social Work -
McMaster University
Hamilton, ONSkills
- 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
- Always adheres to privacy & confidentiality standards
- Always works with best practices and standards in mind
- Thoroughly skilled in active listening
- Focused and skillful at being able to meet deadlines under pressure
- Excellent at performing in a leadership role while continuing to support and encourage fellow team members
- Works extremely well within a team setting
- Currently certified in MHFA, ASIST, Standard First Aid and CPR
Certification
- LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST) Training
- Mental Health First Aid Standard (MHFA) Training
- Standard First Aid & CPR Training
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Women's Advocate
YWCA Hamilton
07.2024 - Current
Intern - Community Mental Health Worker
Good Shepherd Centres
05.2024 - 07.2024
Peer Support Worker
Mental Health Rights Coalition
10.2022 - Current
Talent Acquisition Supervisor Volunteer
Certified Listener's Society
09.2022 - Current
Emotional Support Volunteer
Certified Listener's Society
11.2021 - 12.2022
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
BA in Criminology -
Wilfrid Laurier University
Bachelor of Social Work -
McMaster University
- LivingWorks Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST) Training
- Mental Health First Aid Standard (MHFA) Training
- Standard First Aid & CPR Training
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