Summary
Empathetic, dedicated professional with strong background in providing individualized support to clients of various demographics. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients by using various evidence based practices and advocating resources with compassionate and positive attitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Youth Care Counsellor
Urban Native Youth Association
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Created a safe and nurturing atmosphere for at-risk youth, promoting self-esteem and emotional wellbeing.
- Provided compassionate counseling services during difficult moments or traumatic experiences faced by our clients.
Childcare Worker
North Shore Neighborhood House
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Tenant Support Worker
BC Indigenous Housing Society
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Safeguarded client well-being by monitoring health conditions, administering medications, and reporting any changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, understanding, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Live-In Caregiver
A Family
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained a clean, safe living environment for clients by performing housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning, and organizing household items.
- Supported clients in maintaining independence by assisting with daily activities such as personal grooming, mobility, and meal preparation.
- Promoted clients'' physical and mental health by engaging them in appropriate exercises and recreational activities.
Mental Health Worker
Marineview Housing Society
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques, resulting in increased safety for both patients and staff.
- Promoted a positive therapeutic environment through clear communication and consistent reinforcement of established boundaries within treatment settings.
- Documented client progress in confidential files.
Shelter Resource Worker
Lookout Housing And Health Society
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Contributed to the establishment of a supportive and inclusive atmosphere within the shelter through active listening and empathetic engagement with clients.
- Enhanced living conditions for shelter occupants through diligent cleaning, maintenance of facility spaces and practising harm reduction.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
Shelter Support Worker
Community Builders Group
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
One to One Volunteer
Coast Mental Health
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Empowered clients by teaching essential life skills, such as budgeting, time management, and decision making.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
08.2021
Skills
- Positive Reinforcement
- Psychosocial Support
- Professional boundaries
- Substance abuse and harm reduction awareness
- Conflict Resolution
- Documentation And Reporting
- Client Needs Assessment
- Community Resources
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Full Professional
Certification
- First Aid and CPR; renewed on March 22, 2024
- Criminal Record Check
- MCFD Background Screening
- FoodSafe Certificate Level 1; renewed on October 22, 23
- NARCAN/Naloxone Training
- MANDT Training
- Medication and EMAR training
- ShareVision and SharePoint Training
- Cultivating Safe Spaces Training
Timeline
Youth Care Counsellor - Urban Native Youth Association
09.2023 - 04.2024
Childcare Worker - North Shore Neighborhood House
04.2023 - 06.2023
Tenant Support Worker - BC Indigenous Housing Society
10.2022 - 03.2023
Live-In Caregiver - A Family
05.2022 - 09.2022
Mental Health Worker - Marineview Housing Society
01.2022 - 03.2022
Shelter Resource Worker - Lookout Housing And Health Society
06.2021 - 03.2022
Shelter Support Worker - Community Builders Group
08.2020 - 04.2021
One to One Volunteer - Coast Mental Health
08.2019 - 10.2020
Columbia College - Associate of Arts, Psychology
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