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Amber Bowie

Amber Bowie

Calgary,AB

Summary

Experienced professional with 22 years of lived experience, my comprehensive understanding of challenges and pathways to recovery enables me to make a profound difference in the lives of those facing homelessness and substance use.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Shelter Worker

Mustard Seed
Red Deer, Alberta
11.2018 - 07.2021
  • Assisted clients in accessing shelter services and resources effectively.
  • Coordinated daily meal services, ensuring timely food distribution for residents.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of shelter facilities and common areas.
  • Monitored safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all clients.
  • Provided crisis intervention support to individuals experiencing distress or emergencies.
  • Developed relationships with local community resources to enhance service offerings.
  • Maintained accurate records of client data using appropriate software applications.
  • Counseled clients on job search strategies, budgeting techniques, and housing options.

Addiction Support Worker

Caroline Treatment Centre
Caroline, Alberta
05.2018 - 09.2020
  • Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions for addiction recovery clients.
  • Developed personalized treatment plans based on comprehensive intake assessments.
  • Monitored client wellbeing, documenting behavior changes for treatment team review.
  • Organized leisure activities to promote community integration and social interaction.
  • Provided crisis intervention support during emergencies and distress situations.
  • Maintained safe, clean environments to ensure optimal client and staff wellbeing.
  • Educated families on addiction impacts and effective recovery strategies.
  • Managed challenging behaviors with de-escalation techniques to maintain a calm atmosphere.

Education

Graduate Certificate - Community Support Worker Specializing In Addiction

Academy of Learning Career College
Red Deer, AB
05-2019

High School Diploma -

Lindsay Thurber High School
Red Deer, AB
06-1994

Some College (No Degree) - Addiction Counseling

Red Deer Collage
Red Deer, AB

Skills

  • Assessment and intervention
  • Client counseling
  • Resource coordination
  • Data management
  • Addiction recovery support
  • Adaptive communication
  • Mental health assistance
  • First aid and CPR
  • Boundaries maintenance
  • Suicide prevention strategies
  • Substance abuse education
  • Crisis intervention
  • Behavioral documentation
  • Group facilitation
  • Conflict resolution
  • Effective communication
  • Client advocacy
  • Nonviolent crisis intervention (NVCI)
  • Client goal setting
  • Stress management techniques
  • Time management abilities

Certification

  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Non violent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • First Aid & CPR
  • Naloxone Administration Training
  • Trauma-Informed Care Training
  • Motivational InterviewingTraining

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Shelter Worker

Mustard Seed
11.2018 - 07.2021

Addiction Support Worker

Caroline Treatment Centre
05.2018 - 09.2020

Graduate Certificate - Community Support Worker Specializing In Addiction

Academy of Learning Career College

High School Diploma -

Lindsay Thurber High School

Some College (No Degree) - Addiction Counseling

Red Deer Collage

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