Calista Boateng-John
Edmonton,Alberta
Summary
Dedicated Indigenous Cultural Support Worker committed to fostering positive change within Indigenous communities. Passionate about empowering and uplifting community members through culturally relevant support services. Skilled in building trusting relationships, advocating for individual and systemic needs, and promoting cultural pride and resilience. Experienced in navigating complex social issues with empathy and cultural sensitivity. Committed to promoting healing, self-determination, and holistic well-being among Indigenous peoples.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Cultural Helper/Manager
George Spady Society
Edmonton, Alberta
06.2023 - Current
- Developed educational materials promoting cultural understanding, tolerance, and appreciation
- Conducted cultural presentations to educate the public about various global cultures and traditions
- Trained new hires on company policies regarding diversity inclusion efforts within the workplace
- Led guided tours of culturally significant sites or exhibits for visitors from around the world
- Created and designed cultural training programs
- Trained staff on protocols
- Worked with community members, providing cultural resources and ceremony
- Wrote proposals and monthly reporting summaries
- Organized medicine walks.
Cultural Support Worker
Bissell Centre
Edmonton, Alberta
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources and services
- Ensured consistent communication with all relevant parties involved in the client's care plan
- Engaged in regular supervision meetings with supervisors or team leaders to discuss case management issues
- Educated family members about available resources and strategies for supporting their loved ones
- Organized community cultural events
- Designed training programs and lectures for the workforce program
- Held morning smudges and ceremonies.
Social Working (Special Cases Division)
Boys & Girls Club
Edmonton, Alberta
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Guided planning through client, family, associate, and other agency interviews
- Recorded patient information and treatment updates, organizing case documentation and data
- Protected client privacy, adhering to confidentiality requirements for medical records management
- Assisted clients with navigating complex systems, such as healthcare, housing, and legal processes.
Addictions Counselor
Lionsheart Wholeness
Lilly Lake, Alberta
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Led relapse prevention sessions aimed at teaching coping skills and identifying triggers
- Provided crisis intervention services to clients in need of immediate assistance
- Monitored clients' progress and adjusted treatment plans as needed
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date client records, including case notes and treatment plans
- Provided cultural and recreation programming.
Education
Kinesiology - BARST Recreation, Sport, and Leisure -
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta06.2023
Certification - Aboriginal, Recreation, Sport, and Health -
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta06.2023
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Cross-Cultural Training
- Workshop Facilitation
- Customer Service
- Networking Abilities
- Lecture designs
- Teaching
- Cree singing
- Cree art
- Grant writing
- Leadership
- Verbal Communication
- Project Planning
- Public Speaking
- Problem-Solving
- First Aid
- Public Service
- Recreation Activities
Awards
Timothy J. Hundle Award, awarded to me for my work with children with impairments.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Plains Cree
Limited
Timeline
Cultural Helper/Manager
George Spady Society
06.2023 - Current
Cultural Support Worker
Bissell Centre
06.2022 - 07.2023
Social Working (Special Cases Division)
Boys & Girls Club
12.2021 - 01.2023
Addictions Counselor
Lionsheart Wholeness
01.2020 - 01.2022
Kinesiology - BARST Recreation, Sport, and Leisure -
University of Alberta
Certification - Aboriginal, Recreation, Sport, and Health -
University of Alberta
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