Ashell Campbell
Toronto,ON
Summary
Allyship Chairwomen, BIPOC DBT Facilitator, Peer and Student Supervisor, dedicated to supporting people with diverse needs. I am passionate individual with strong work ethics, adaptability, exceptional interpersonal skills, and is proficient when working under pressure. With over 7 years of experience in field, and track record of consistently delivering above the expected needs, I seek this opportunity to expand my skillset and knowledge, while facilitating individual and company progression.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Worker
LOFT Community Services
07.2020 - Current
- Responsible for case load of 15-20 Toronto Metropolitan University students based on their complex needs, ages 17-29
- Working from psychosocial rehabilitation framework and Client-centered approach to better understand and address Client's circumstances
- Provide Client with informal counselling and life skills support to manage everyday living
- Collaborated with organizations/ agencies/ doctors to develop coordinated care plan
- Documentation of Client's daily activities and confidential information to keep record of work being done, and to store critical information regarding client's care
- Connecting Clients to resources and liaising with other community agencies on case-by-case bases
- Outreach to community-based organizations and agencies for referrals
- Assess, identify and facilitate support networks and linkages for isolated individuals at risk, to form and provide circle of care.
Peer Supervisor
LOFT Community Services
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Facilitated effective communication within the team by conducting regular meetings to discuss updates, challenges, and accomplishments while fostering collaborative work environment and relationship.
- Advocated for budget development by analyzing historical data, and preparing annual report reflecting the needs for peers ongoing.
- Implemented onboarding sessions and supervision , ensuring peer was well-equipped with necessary skills and knowledge for their role.
- Supported peer in conducting risk assessment regularly, looking at the vulnerability of Clients to better address Clientele needs and adhere to policies
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, enabling informed decision-making regarding peer needs and future steps for program development.
Student Supervisor
LOFT Community Services
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Mentored new student, sharing best practices and providing guidance for success in role.
- Developed strong working relationship with student, promoting trust and open dialogue about their needs and concerns.
- Promoted healthy work-life balance in supervision meetings to prevent burn out and enhance student experience.
- Attending training sessions to ensure consistent understanding of policies and procedure, as well as updated knowledge on best practices.
- Streamlined processes for scheduling, attendance tracking, and record-keeping, contributing to improved efficiency.
- Championed taking initiatives to expand both personal and Clientele experiences
Youth Transition Worker
LOFT Community Services
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Responsible for case load of 15 Catholic Children's Aid Society/ Children's Aid Society youth, ages 16-21
- Worked from client-centre and holistic approach to meet client's needs, as well as trauma informed lens, as youth came from dysfunctional and abusive homes
- Working with youths to secure and maintain housing, as youth are often are in hostile living environment or are transient
- Provide Clients with informal counselling, and life skill support to manage day to day living
- Documentation of Client's daily activities and confidential information, to keep record of work being done, and store critical information regarding client's care
- Connect Clients to resources and liaise with other community agencies for coordinator care.
Transitional Residential Treatment Worker
Griffin Centre
12.2018 - 08.2019
- Supported individuals through culturally sensitive lens by providing a wrap-around approach, and liaising with multi-disciplinary community services, caregivers and staff to enhance client's experience and development in care
- Documentation log of daily routines and client's agenda to develop crisis plan and SMART goals, to meet youths needs according to their treatment plans
- Working with youths with developmental delays and disabilities one-on-one, and in group setting to address independent needs, while instilling community values
- Intensive case work with youths to identify strengths, reduce maladaptive behaviors and provide caregivers with diverse plans which can support youths in all settings.
Placement Community Worker
LOFT Community Services
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Provided 10 Clients with informal counselling and life skills support
- Working alongside caregivers and health care professionals to provide coordinated care
- Performed administrative tasks related to documentation completion accurately ensuring timely submission
- Implemented appropriate behavioral interventions in response to challenging client behaviors while maintaining professionalism and respect.
- Established strong rapport with clients through empathetic listening skills, leading to higher levels of trust between individuals served.
- Spearheaded advocacy efforts on behalf of underrepresented groups, amplifying their voices within decision-making processes.
Placement Program Coordinator
East Scarborough Boys And Girls Club
09.2017 - 12.2017
- Planned and organized programs and activities such as: created activities for bullying awareness, developed hygiene life skill program and coordinate academic programs such as math and English, age 6-12
- Managed and inputted Client’s progress in files for monitoring and assessments purposes
- Completed outreach duties: raised awareness by sharing program content with youths, encouraged youths to sign-up for programs, contacted potential participants, and maintained program participation log
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program framework.
Education
Child and Youth Care Honours Degree -
Humber College
Etobicoke, ON01.2020
Child and Youth Care Advance Diploma -
Humber College
Etobicoke, ON01.2018
Skills
- Strong advocate
- Intake and assessment proficient
- Equipped in crisis intervention
- Solution-focused
- Counselling
- Vast knowledge of community resources
- Well versed in case management database and community resources
- Quick learner with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to multitask in fast-paced environment
- Works well independently and both effectively and collaboratively in team settings
- Good oral and written communication skills and computer literacy, including MS Word and Excel
Certification
- Current trainings include:
- Dialectic Behavioural Therapy
- First aid and CPR
- Crisis Intervention and suicide awareness
- Indigenous Cultural Awareness
- Anti-Black Racism, and Centering Black Youth Wellbeing: A Certificate on Combatting Anti-Black Racism
- Trauma-Informed Care
- LGBTQ Foundation
Timeline
Peer Supervisor
LOFT Community Services
05.2023 - 03.2024
Student Supervisor
LOFT Community Services
09.2022 - 04.2023
Community Support Worker
LOFT Community Services
07.2020 - Current
Transitional Residential Treatment Worker
Griffin Centre
12.2018 - 08.2019
Youth Transition Worker
LOFT Community Services
09.2018 - 01.2020
Placement Community Worker
LOFT Community Services
01.2018 - 04.2018
Placement Program Coordinator
East Scarborough Boys And Girls Club
09.2017 - 12.2017
Child and Youth Care Honours Degree -
Humber College
Child and Youth Care Advance Diploma -
Humber College
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