Brittany Marr
Grande Prairie,Canada
Summary
Creative professional offering a proven track record of successful program strategies prepared for this role. Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Highly skilled at building lasting relationships with clients and other professional.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Disability Support Practitioner
Signature Support Services
10.2021 - Current
- Excelled in time management skills, enabling the completion of all daily tasks while providing exceptional care to clients.
- Mentored new support workers by providing guidance, sharing best practices, and modeling effective client-centered care techniques.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues and external partners to facilitate effective collaboration on shared goals.
- Facilitated the development of individuals social and emotional needs, adhered to support plans and actively engaged in the developmental process.
- Prepared reports and contributed to assessments, including data collection.
- Engaged in communication with family members and relevant professionals as required.
- Served as a vigorous advocate for individuals within the community, promoting employment support and facilitating community inclusion.
Peace Officer - Automated Traffic Enforcement
Global Traffic Group
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Represented the City of Grande Prairie with the highest of standards, values and ethics.
- Monitored traffic, recorded all violations, and completed administrative duties related to processing violations.
- Completed daily vehicle and equipment inspections.
- Attended traffic court in accordance with specific traffic violations.
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all matters.
Support worker
Signature Support Services
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Followed all support plans for each client and participated in the development process
- Administered medication, ensured proper storage to ensure safety and reorders as needed.
- Completed tasks such as preparation of meals, household cleaning and minor home maintenance.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Transported and supported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Ensured information was handled in compliance with confidentiality guidelines.
Support Worker - Day Program
HeARTH Social Profit Company
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Supported individuals with following their current Individual Support Plans.
- Acted as a strong advocate for individuals in the community with promoting employment support and fostering community inclusion
- Completed daily logs, weekly dashboards and monthly reports.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
- Enhanced the quality of care for clients by providing personalized support and assistance with daily living activities.
- Transported and supported clients to appointments, shopping venues and entertainment events according to determined schedule.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
Youth Care Counsellor
Mountain Plains CSSN - Aurora Group Care
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided daily care, counseling, support, and modeled appropriate behaviors.
- Good understanding of trauma based knowledge for youth with/without mental health concerns.
- Led group therapy sessions on topics such as anger management, conflict resolution, and social skills development.
- Facilitated educational programs designed to promote academic success and lifelong learning habits among participants.
- Provided compassionate counseling sessions during difficult moments or traumatic experiences faced by our youth.
- Responsible for the creation and implementation of organizing house finances, daily logs, house maintenance logs, and medication logs.
- Designated key worker for a specific youth and completed monthly reports.
- Supported youth in doctor’s appointments, school meetings, and engaged in communication with family members and other professionals as necessary.
- Upheld confidentiality, particularly concerning family visits, intake assessments, placement reviews, and case conferences.
Education
Educational Assistance Special Needs Support Diploma -
Niagara College
01.2012
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
St. Michael Catholic High School
01.2007
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Organizational skills and time management
- Ability to lead, mentor and delegate
- Problem solving
- Interpersonal skills and empathy
- Adaptability
- Positivity
- Client Safety
- Staff Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Client Advocacy
- Documentation And Reporting
References
- Mary Szezepanski, (289) 990-1440
- Chantel McLean, (780) 219-4457
- Alyssa Lunt, (289) 686-3965
- Keri Bruce, (647) 527-7931
Languages
English
Certification
- Emergency First Aid CSA Basic Level A CPR and AED
- Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check
- Proactive Behavior Strategies and Restrictive Procedures
- How to Teach Sexuality to Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
- Abuse Response Protocol
- Person Centered Approaches
- Supporting Individuals Though Valued Attachments
- Down Syndrome and Dementia
Timeline
Community Disability Support Practitioner
Signature Support Services
10.2021 - Current
Peace Officer - Automated Traffic Enforcement
Global Traffic Group
01.2019 - 03.2020
Support worker
Signature Support Services
01.2017 - 12.2017
Support Worker - Day Program
HeARTH Social Profit Company
01.2017 - 12.2017
Youth Care Counsellor
Mountain Plains CSSN - Aurora Group Care
01.2014 - 01.2016
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
St. Michael Catholic High School
Educational Assistance Special Needs Support Diploma -
Niagara College
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