Allison Peters
Agassiz,BC
Summary
Energetic Community Support Worker skilled in helping clients and families to meet their self-development goals and to learn new skills. Knowledgeable in mental health disorders, child and adolescent development, family dynamics, mandatory reporting laws, progress notes and documentation, as well as counseling techniques. Particularly well-versed in available community resources.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Development Support Worker (practicum)
Seabird Island Band
10.2023 - Current
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- 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.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Helped facilitate a women's group
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
First Nations Support Worker
Kent Elementary
10.2020 - Current
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Provide emotional, social, and academic support.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Teaching Halqeymelem in the classrooms.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Partnered with teachers to plan and implement lessons around Sto;lo culture and Halqemeylem Language.
First Nations Support Worker
Kent Elementary
05.2020 - 01.2021
Residential Support Worker
women's recovery home
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Monitored resident safety and security at the residence and on outings in the community
- Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs
- Administered medication in accordance with house guidelines to patients
- Supported individuals with facility-based planned activities in home and community settings
- Educated patients on various resources, services and programs to maximize care
- Provide support for individuals
- Scheduled Client appointments and transportation
Suicide Prevention Worker
Seabird Island Band
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Harvested traditional medicine plants and taught about traditional medicine in communities
- Helper in traditional ceremonies
- Delivered strategic measures using a culture approach to aid mental health and development of individuals experiencing a crisis and provided solutions for management and intervention
- Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed
- Worked in four different Sto;lo territory communities
- Helped plan events and ceremonies
Out of School Care Worker
out of school care program
09.2015 - 01.2016
- Helped prepare meals, snacks and refreshments for children, accounting for individual dietary needs and restrictions
- Incorporated music and art activities to encourage creativity and expression
- Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children under care
- Promoted physical, emotional, intellectual and social development through well-planned classroom lessons, games and outside activities
- Kept children safe and secure at all times
Summer Recreation Leader
summer program
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants
- Gathered, prepared, operated and maintained all equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol
- Plan and execute enriching activities for youth
- Plan and implemented special events
- Planned and directed team-building activities
- Improved group and individual behavior with positive management strategies
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations
Education
Aboriginal Liaison Trauma Therapist
Seabird Island College
Agassiz, BC10.2019
Education Assistant
Seabird Island College
Chilliwack, BC2020
Halq'emeylem 101 And 102
University of Fraser Valley
Chilliwack, BCSkills
- Group and individual instruction
- Relationship development
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Problem resolution
- Special needs education
- Drug abuse prevention
- Halq'emeylem language
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid
- Anaphylaxis Allergy Aware
- Red Cross Level 1 First Aid
- Aboriginal liaison trauma therapist
References
Diane Laverdure
- 778-865-6767
Glenda Gaudette
- 604-845-3147
Shirley Turcotte
- 604-873-5578
Timeline
Family Development Support Worker (practicum)
Seabird Island Band
10.2023 - Current
First Nations Support Worker
Kent Elementary
10.2020 - Current
First Nations Support Worker
Kent Elementary
05.2020 - 01.2021
Suicide Prevention Worker
Seabird Island Band
05.2019 - 09.2019
Residential Support Worker
women's recovery home
10.2018 - 11.2020
Out of School Care Worker
out of school care program
09.2015 - 01.2016
Summer Recreation Leader
summer program
05.2015 - 09.2015
Aboriginal Liaison Trauma Therapist
Seabird Island College
Education Assistant
Seabird Island College
Halq'emeylem 101 And 102
University of Fraser Valley
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