Bella M. Blacksmith
Mistissini,QC
Summary
Human relations officer with two years of experience leading youth protection team. Skilled in conducting team meetings, ensuring timely follow-up on files, and submitting reports before deadlines. Proficient in correcting and editing reports for Reviewer's final review. Assisted legal team by attending court and organizing case files, improving overall efficiency. Fostered strong collaboration with team members to ensure comprehensive support for legal proceedings. Maintained high standards of accuracy in documentation and case preparation. Contributed to successful legal outcomes through diligent teamwork and communication. Committed to effective collaboration with families and team members.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
HRO/Team Leader, Youth Protection
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
Mistissini, Quebec
06.2024 - Current
- Tracked team progress and provided actionable feedback to enhance performance.
- Conducted team meetings to unify objectives and strengthen communication.
- Coordinated team meetings to assess progress and address challenges collaboratively.
- Mediated conflicts among team members to maintain a supportive team culture.
- Fostered teamwork by promoting open communication and shared goals. among team members.
Community Worker-Youth Protection
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
Mistissini, Quebec
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Guided clients in accessing health and social services resources, ensuring appropriate support and assistance.
- Managed case files to ensure accurate and comprehensive documentation of client interactions and services provided.
NNADAP Worker
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Contributed to trial proceedings focused on resolving performance issues.
Community Worker-Uschiniichiisuu
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
Mistissini, Quebec
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Assessed client progress and provided targeted follow-up support to enhance outcomes.
- Analyzed individual needs and developed tailored plans to address each client's unique situation.
Community Worker-Youth Protection
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
Mistissini, Quebec
08.2020 - 09.2022
- Supported individuals in crisis situations by providing immediate emotional and practical assistance
- Facilitated access to resources and services for youth facing challenges
Receptionist
Eskan Company
Mistissini, Quebec
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed front desk operations and greeted visitors warmly.
Cook
Pimii Plus Esso
Mistissini, Quebec
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
School Age Program-Coordinator
Awash Childcare Services
Mistissini, Quebec
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Managed day-to-day program operations, ensuring adherence to policies and regulations for safe and effective environment.
- Coordinated educational programs enhancing child development through engaging activities and targeted support.
- Collaborated with parents to address concerns, fostering strong relationships that promote children's overall well-being.
Educator/Coordinator
Awash Childcare Services
Mistissini, Quebec
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Coordinated staff training sessions to improve teaching techniques and classroom management skills.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse age groups in early childhood education.
- Monitored child development, providing parents with actionable feedback on progress and challenges.
Education
Educator in Native Childcare Services -
Cegep De St-Felicien
03-2010
Secondary 3 -
Maclean Memorial School
01-1998
Skills
- Team leadership
- Performance evaluation
- Client documentation
- Effective communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- In-court testifying
- Youth protection laws
- Work coordination
- Reporting and documentation
- Report writing
- Community relations
- Multitasking
- Relationship building
- Time management
Training
- Cree Canadian Institute for Conflict Resolutions, March 2026
- Multi-Sectorial Agreement, October 2025
- Psychosocial Child and Family Intervention Program, 2024/25
- PROFAN training, April 2024
- Assist training, October 2026
- Suicide prevention, January 2022
- Sexual abuse training, September 2021
- First Responder, December 2019
- ASP Construction, October 2019
- Microsoft Word & Excel, September 2019
- Safe & Clean Food Preparation, June 2016
Languages
- Cree
- English
- French limited
Timeline
HRO/Team Leader, Youth Protection
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
06.2024 - Current
NNADAP Worker
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
04.2024 - 05.2024
Community Worker-Youth Protection
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
11.2023 - 06.2024
Community Worker-Uschiniichiisuu
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
09.2022 - 11.2023
Community Worker-Youth Protection
Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay
08.2020 - 09.2022
Receptionist
Eskan Company
09.2019 - 01.2020
Cook
Pimii Plus Esso
05.2016 - 01.2017
School Age Program-Coordinator
Awash Childcare Services
08.2011 - 06.2012
Educator/Coordinator
Awash Childcare Services
08.2010 - 06.2011
Educator in Native Childcare Services -
Cegep De St-Felicien
Secondary 3 -
Maclean Memorial School