Remote (work from home) position supporting families and individuals virtually across Alberta.
Outreach to organization's membership during the COVID pandemic.
Wellness calls to ensure families and individuals within our membership were connected to the resources they needed during the drastic changes resulting from the pandemic.
Helping families navigate essential disability related programs and their COVID protocols.
Helping families obtain proper PPE for disability support staff.
Family Resource Coordinator-All Alberta
Autism Society Alberta's Family Resource Centres
03.2021 - Current
Remote (work from home) position helping to support clients virtually throughout Alberta.
Enhanced engagement by developing and implementing comprehensive outreach strategies.
Established a welcoming and inclusive environment for families and individuals within the disability community.
Strengthened community partnerships to provide additional resources and support for families and individuals.
Hosted virtual support groups and learning sessions.
Collaborated with other organizations to ensure clients were feeling supported.
Provided ongoing support to families and individuals during times of crisis or transition by connecting them with essential services and resources.
Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet their needs.
Collaborated with colleagues to ensure I was providing the most accurate supports for varying client situations.
Full Time Parent
Parent
01.2014 - 03.2020
Full time at home parent caring for my oldest son diagnosed with severe non verbal autism. Started working remotely from home a few months after my second son was born.
Education
Alberta Health Services
Trauma Informed Care Certified
01.2024
Disability Services South
Train The Trainer: Abuse Prevention And Response
10.2023
High School Diploma -
Sexsmith Secondary School
Sexsmith, AB
05.2010
Skills
Connecting with clients using inclusive and trauma informed approaches
Supportive listening skills in high stress situations
Proficient computer skills including social media and marketing
Working as a team to ensure the best outcomes for the client or situation
10 years of lived experience as a full time caregiver for both of my autistic children