Andrea McCready
Paris,ON
Summary
I am a dedicated Social Service Worker who is incredibly passionate about working and advocating for children as well as creating programs and activities through utilizing a variety of resources to identify unique needs. I am able to establish strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds, I take pride in my work and bring a comprehensive set of skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Entry-level-Social Service Worker
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Facilitated 'mock' group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
- Interacted with youth attending Why Not City Missions, building connections and rapport through games, activities and conversations.
- Helped in conflict resolution with teens
- Provided crisis support for individuals
Childcare Worker
Paris Childcare
07.2023 - Current
- Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved emotional well-being of children through providing consistent support and empathy in various situations.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to engage children and foster cognitive growth.
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, ensuring a structured and nurturing environment for the children.
- Promoted language development by incorporating storytelling, music, and conversation into daily activities.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Fostered creativity in children through engaging art projects, imaginative playtime, and other stimulating activities.
- Assisted children with special needs by effectively implementing accommodations for their success in various tasks.
- Prevented behavioral issues with proactive management strategies that encouraged self-regulation among the children.
- Collaborated with coworkers to develop innovative programs that enriched the childcare experience for all involved parties.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to remain current with industry best practices.
- Established rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times, fostering open lines of communication.
- Coordinated with other staff members to plan and execute special events, such as holiday parties and community outreach programs.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Promoted good behavior with positive reinforcement methods.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Documented children's growth and development.
Field Placement Student
Why Not City Missions
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
- Guided troubled individuals to tools and resources necessary for healing.
- Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future needs of youth.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
Volunteer
Vacation Bible School
07.2015 - 08.2018
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
Education
Social Service Worker Diploma - Social Service Worker
Fanshawe College
Simcoe, ON04.2023
High School Diploma -
Paris District High School
Paris, ON06.2018
Skills
- Utilize resources to create age appropiate actvities and programs to help individuals in their developmental
- Organizational Skills
- Exemplifies strong leadership skills, able to promote relationships of respect and trust
- Able to maintain exceptional level of communication, excels in conflict resolution
- Able to engage in active listening skills and possess ability to understand other individuals’ feelings easily
- Responds quickly to new instructions, situations and learning methods to be able to pick up concepts and practices easily
- Easily understands human behaviour and feelings Incredibly driven and hardworking individual
- Positive, enjoys interacting with others, both in community and as part of a team
- Punctual and responsible - able to arrive at work in timely manner Places high value on time effectiveness
Additional Information
References available upon request
Timeline
Childcare Worker
Paris Childcare
07.2023 - Current
Field Placement Student
Why Not City Missions
09.2022 - 03.2023
Volunteer
Vacation Bible School
07.2015 - 08.2018
Entry-level-Social Service Worker
Social Service Worker Diploma - Social Service Worker
Fanshawe College
High School Diploma -
Paris District High School