Caitlyn Blais
Edmonton
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Intervention Practitioner
Children and Family Services (Full-Time)
11.2024 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments of child safety and family dynamics, developing individualized intervention plans to address risks and promote stable, nurturing environments.
- Managed a full caseload of families, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, therapists, and legal professionals, to deliver holistic support services.
- Collaborated with Indigenous Nations and Band designates to preserve cultural identity, integrating traditional practices and community resources into case plans to support child and family well-being.
- Facilitated family reunification and permanency planning by providing crisis intervention, parenting education, and resource referrals to strengthen family resilience.
- Maintained meticulous documentation in compliance with provincial regulations, ensuring accurate records for case reviews.
Bilingual Educational Assistant
Holyrood School - Edmonton Public Schools (Full-Time)
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Assisted with the implementation of individualized education plans for special needs students to ensure a smooth integration into the Public School System.
- Provided one-on-one support to students with profound autism, ADHD and anxiety, assisting with academic tasks, communication, and daily living skills.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and other professionals to ensure student success.
Client Care Support
The Salvation Army Edmonton Centre of Hope (Full-Time)
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Lead group session for distressed individuals recovering from addictions and trauma.
- Managed disorderly behaviour between residents through conflict resolution and mediation techniques, fostering a safe and cooperative living environment.
- Developed a comprehensive plan for transitioning clients from the shelter to permanent housing, including assistance with job searches and budgeting.
Office/Logistics Assistant
The Salvation Army Community Resource Centre (Part-Time)
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Implemented inventory tracking procedures, including item barcoding and record-keeping.
- Assisted in managing daily warehouse operations, including receiving, stocking and shipping processes according to established procedures.
- Coordinated with internal departments to resolve issues related to customer orders.
Emergency Disaster Services
The Salvation Army Community Resource Centre (Casual)
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided emotional support and regulation for distressed individuals.
- Dispatched to wildfire-affected locations to support emergency response efforts.
- Prepared and provided meals to individuals affected by wildfires.
- Collaborated with a team of emergency responders and volunteers to coordinate relief efforts efficiently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
MacEwan University
Edmonton, AB08.2023
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Cultural Competency
- Case Documentation
- Adaptability
- Liaison and Advocacy
Certification
- Trauma-Informed Care, AHS, 2023
- ADHD: Working from Student's Strengths, AHS, 2024
- Preventing Abuse Against Adults with Disability, Praesidium Academy, 2023
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, CPI, 2023
- Supporting Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, AHS, 2024
LANGUAGES
French
Bilingual
Timeline
Child Intervention Practitioner
Children and Family Services (Full-Time)
11.2024 - Current
Bilingual Educational Assistant
Holyrood School - Edmonton Public Schools (Full-Time)
11.2023 - 11.2024
Emergency Disaster Services
The Salvation Army Community Resource Centre (Casual)
04.2023 - 06.2023
Client Care Support
The Salvation Army Edmonton Centre of Hope (Full-Time)
06.2021 - 02.2024
Office/Logistics Assistant
The Salvation Army Community Resource Centre (Part-Time)
06.2021 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
MacEwan University
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