ALPHY VARGHESE
Sudbury
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Child and Youth Worker with a diploma in Child and Youth Care and over two years of direct experience supporting at-risk children and youth in residential settings. More than one year of experience supporting at-risk youth and skilled in harm reduction, safety planning, and crisis intervention, with a strong commitment to trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice. Strong knowledge of youth mental health, addictions, and social challenges such as homelessness, violence, and human trafficking. Demonstrates deep respect for Anishinabek culture, values, and traditions. Experienced working collaboratively in teams to deliver holistic, strength-based support for youth facing mental health, addictions, housing, and identity-related challenges. Known for building trust and healthy relationships through empathy, flexibility, and non-judgmental engagement attitude, particularly with vulnerable populations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Youth Worker
Summit Human Services
Sudbury
04.2024 - Current
- Provided support by offering supervision and emotional support to youth in residential programs, ensuring a safe and stable living environment.
- Assisted youth in care with crisis intervention and De-escalation by utilizing trauma informed and harm reduction approaches to manage the environment and crisis, including agitated behaviors.
Intern
Indian Red Cross Society
Kerala
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Outreach programs and family visits to address the daily challenges and monitor the progress of people who benefit from different welfare programs and services.
- Supported and guided students and youngsters with learning disabilities to accomplish their educational goals by providing lectures and preparing simplified notes which will be helpful for them to learn more easily.
Education
Addictions and Mental Health - Graduate Certificate Program
Cambrian College
06.2025
Community and Health Services Navigation - Graduate Certificate Program
Cambrian College
06.2024
Bachelor of Social Work - bachelor's degree
Madras Christian College
04.2022
Skills
- Cultural Awareness
- Problem Solving
- Empathy
- Communication skills
Certification
- G2 driver's license, Eligible for G in August 2026
- CPR & First Aid Certificate
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Residential Youth Worker
Summit Human Services
04.2024 - Current
Intern
Indian Red Cross Society
09.2021 - 08.2022
Addictions and Mental Health - Graduate Certificate Program
Cambrian College
Community and Health Services Navigation - Graduate Certificate Program
Cambrian College
Bachelor of Social Work - bachelor's degree
Madras Christian College