Arysha Skalicky
Saskatoon,Canada
Summary
Graduate of Social Work seeking employment
Developed strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills in therapeutic setting, focusing on effective communication and emotional support. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging experience in building trust and facilitating personal growth. Adept at working in collaborative environments and committed to fostering positive outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Counsellor
Speech Language Network
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
- Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
- Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
- Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Improved client self-esteem and communication skills through targeted therapeutic techniques.
Practicum II
Navera Community Connections
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Facilitate groups in the schools and at the office, primarily about topics of mental health
- Make connections and build rapport with children, youth, and adults within these programs
- Connect clients to the services and resources that are needed
- Build professional relationships with neighbouring organizations and the social workers within the school system
- Maintain a safe and inclusive environment for all clients
- Create lesson plans for the variety of different programs available
- Continual practice of Trauma Informed Care, Person Centered, Care, Strengths Based Approach, and several others, during each program focusing on areas of anxiety, stress, depression, etc
- Continual professional development in the field of social work with various focuses, therapies, and techniques
Support Worker
SaskAbilities
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Help client's manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills
- Maintain record of daily individual activities, behaviors and pertinent incidents for patient analysis and assessment
- Provide compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
Practicum I
The Ability Hub YXE
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assist in teaching a range of classes to individuals
- Connect individuals to the services or resources that are needed
- Maintain a safe and inclusive environment for clients
Saskatchewan Alternatives Initiatives
02.2020 - 09.2022
- Maintained record of daily individual activities, behaviors and pertinent incidents for patient analysis and assessment
- Helped client's manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being
Tastebuds Café
07.2014 - 09.2018
- Educated coworkers and customers about new products
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Regina
Saskatoon, SK04.2024
Skills
- Advocacy
- Program Development
- Administration
- Crisis Management
- Client counselling
- Solution-focused counselling
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Superior communication skills
Languages
English
Certification
- The Power of ‘and’: How to use DBT in everyday Life Certificate 2024
- ‘What is Narrative Practice’ Certification 2024
- The Neurobiology of Attachment Certificate 2024
- DBT Essential Certificate 2024
- Motivational Interviewing - And How To Use It Effectively Certificate 2024
- CPR/First Aid Level C, 2023
- Transfer Lift Reposition (TLR), Saskabilities, Saskatoon, SK 2023
- Professional Assault Response Training SaskAbilities, Saskatoon, SK 2022
- MANDT, Saskatchewan Alternatives Initiatives, Saskatoon, SK 2020
Timeline
Counsellor
Speech Language Network
05.2024 - Current
Practicum II
Navera Community Connections
01.2024 - 05.2024
Practicum I
The Ability Hub YXE
09.2023 - 12.2023
Support Worker
SaskAbilities
09.2022 - 01.2024
Saskatchewan Alternatives Initiatives
02.2020 - 09.2022
Tastebuds Café
07.2014 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Regina
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