Hi, I’m
Ava Williams
Social Service Worker
Richmond Hill,Ontario
The price one pays for pursuing any profession or calling is an intimate knowledge of its ugly side.
James Baldwin
Summary
Communicative individual with strong understanding of dynamics of residence hall life to handle challenging situations with empathy and efficiency. Experienced in guiding and helping residents meet academic and personal goals. Knack for building relationships and helping students navigate challenges of college life.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation Springboard
Residential Counsellor
2016.04 - 2017.11 (1 year & 7 months)
Job overview
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Monitored and documented resident progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Advocated for resident needs within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring appropriate levels of care were provided consistently across all cases.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
St. James Town Community Corner
After School Program Facilitator
2014.11 - 2015.03 (4 months)
Job overview
- Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
- Organized supplementary materials such as handouts, slides, and case studies to complement core program offerings for a comprehensive learning experience.
- Coordinated event logistics such as room setup, equipment management, and registration processes to ensure smooth operation of each session offering.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Gathered participant feedback regularly via surveys or evaluations, utilizing insights gained for continuous improvement of future programming iterations.
Toronto Community Housing Corporation
Clerk
2014.06 - 2014.09 (3 months)
Job overview
- Compiled and analyzed data to produce reports.
- Supported administrative staff with timely completion of daily tasks, ensuring smooth office operations.
- Purchased and maintained office supplies.
- Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff.
- Processed documents and materials to disseminate information to appropriate parties.
Education
George Brown College , Toronto, ON
Diploma from Social Service Worker
04.2014
Skills
- Safety Management
- Crisis Management
- Active Listening
- General Housekeeping
- Incident Reporting
- Safety Standards and Compliance
- Counseling Program Development
- Progress Documentation
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Residential Counsellor
Operation Springboard
2016.04 - 2017.11 (1 year & 7 months)
After School Program Facilitator
St. James Town Community Corner
2014.11 - 2015.03 (4 months)
Clerk
Toronto Community Housing Corporation
2014.06 - 2014.09 (3 months)
George Brown College
Diploma from Social Service Worker
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