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Christiane Trimm

Halifax,Canada

Summary

Experienced residential support worker dedicated to serving the community and assisting individuals facing homelessness, addiction, and mental health challenges. Skilled in providing personalized support, ensuring safety, and fostering positive living environments. Proficient in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and advocating for residents' rights. Demonstrated ability to build rapport with diverse individuals, promoting their well-being and guiding them towards greater independence. Seeking to leverage expertise in support services and community advocacy to facilitate positive outcomes and successful reintegration into society.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Support Worker

Salvation Army Center Of Hope
01.2024 - Current
  • Conducted regular safety checks, identifying potential hazards and addressing them promptly. Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently, ensuring resident safety in line with established protocols.
  • Developed strong rapport with residents through active listening and empathy, advocating for their rights and promoting autonomy while balancing safety concerns.
  • Managed challenging behaviors through de-escalation techniques and effective crisis intervention strategies, maintaining a calm and supportive environment.
  • Administered medications according to prescribed protocols, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules. Provided critical first aid by administering naloxone during emergencies, contributing to life-saving interventions.
  • Fostered a positive living environment by promoting independence, encouraging socialization, and supporting resident integration within the community.
  • Assisted individuals by addressing immediate needs, including food, clothing, and shelter, ensuring their safety and overall well-being.

Custodian

Imperial Cleaners
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Inspect and evaluate areas to determine what work is required
  • Maintained all floor spaces by sweeping mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming
  • Monitored, and kept restrooms and kitchens sanitized and fully stocked
  • Cleaned windows, doorways, staircases, and other glass surfaces with appropriate cleaning solutions
  • Ensured all public areas, meeting rooms and officers were clean and stocked with necessary supplies

Mail Sorter

Equation Staffing
12.2021 - 01.2022
  • Reviewed incoming mail for proper date, postage, and barcode scans
  • Sorted and placed mail into shipment containers organized by postal code making it easier for delivery drivers

IWK Housekeeping Aide

Compass Group Canada
02.2021 - 11.2021
  • Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risk from hazardous materials, harmful substances and to prevent the transmission of disease and illness
  • Utilized cleaning equipment and chemicals to meet predetermined sanitation and cleanliness quality standards
  • Cleaned, disinfected, and sterilized patient exam rooms, surgery suites and public areas to promote a sanitary treatment environment
  • Emptied trash cans, recycling bins and compost bins to promote a sanitary area and eliminate odors and debris
  • Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate customer service techniques

Education

Diploma - Criminology

Eastern College
Halifax, NS
02.2024

Highschool Diploma -

Guysborough Academy
Guysborough, NS
06.2020

Training and Certifications

  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Standard First Aid & CPR
  • Naloxone Administration Training
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015)
  • NS Food Handler’s Course
  • Correctional Officers Skills and Self-Defense Training
  • Non-Restricted Canadian Firearms Safety Course

Timeline

Residential Support Worker

Salvation Army Center Of Hope
01.2024 - Current

Custodian

Imperial Cleaners
04.2022 - 08.2022

Mail Sorter

Equation Staffing
12.2021 - 01.2022

IWK Housekeeping Aide

Compass Group Canada
02.2021 - 11.2021

Diploma - Criminology

Eastern College

Highschool Diploma -

Guysborough Academy

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