Shauna Cyr
Taber,AB
Summary
Professional support worker skilled in delivering high-quality care and assistance to individuals with disabilities. Proven ability to create positive and inclusive environment that fosters client independence and well-being. Strong team collaborator with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs, while displaying empathy and patience.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Richardson Bros
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris, to build highway
- Operated Rock Trucks, Rock Wagons, and Tractor with scarper to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures while working
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Communicated with team effectively to ensure loads went where required
- Completed all pre trip safety inspections and ensure unit was in good working condition
- Participated in weekly safety meetings
Research Technician
AG-Quest
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Completed seed inventory and germination tests
- Measured and staked out plots
- Organized and packaged seed to be used
- Assisted with seeding plots, and all plot maintenance during season (i.e spraying, weeding)
- Took soil samples and packaged according to specific requirements
- Operated all required equipment following company safety protocols
Community Support Worker
SASH Disability Support Services
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Supported clients in developing home living skills.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive support to individual needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support when needed, deescalating situations while prioritizing the safety of all involved parties.
- Maintained accurate case records to track progress, sharing relevant updates with supervisory staff and stakeholders as needed.
Truck Driver
Nakamura Farms
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisted with potato harvest and completing daily pre trip inspections
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with entire team
- Ensured tarps were secure and on when necessary
Client Service Lead
Rehoboth Christian Ministries
09.2019 - 05.2023
- Oversaw numerous homes providing care for adults with special needs, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Completed all required staff evaluations, as well document and follow up on any staff performance issues
- Facilitate regular staff meetings and necessary in-service sessions.
- Facilitate communication between team as necessary
- Assist with any emergency situations as they arise as well as crisis response as needed
Vocational Disability Service Practitoner
Rehoboth Christian Ministries
08.2017 - 09.2019
- Participated in and overseen development and implementation of individuals ILD, complete daily and monthly documentation including log notes, monthly summaries, data tracking, incident reports etc.
- Supported individuals' learning and engagement in greenhouse and woodshop activities.
- Encouraged individuals to try new things, breaking down tasks into smaller steps to ensure success
- Implementing and following positive procedure, intervention and restrictive procedure plans
- Monitored health and safety of individuals throughout their workday on site and within the community.
Vocational Team Leader
Rehoboth Christian Ministries
10.2013 - 08.2017
- Supervise and support 15+staff and 10+ individuals on caseload to ensure effective service delivery (i.e behavioral support plans are being followed, goals being met and quality care is being provided to individuals)
- Interview and hire new staff as needed and complete orientation with them to company and job position
- Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development,
- And provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Facilitate communication between team as necessary(i.e parents/guardians, all stake holders, managers and coordinators)
Residential Disability Service Practitoner
Rehoboth Christian Ministries
07.1998 - 01.1999
- Supported adults with special need in there own home with all home living skills and community access. Followed any and all behavior support plans that were in place
- Arranged and accompanied individuals to any and all professional appointments
- Ensured all daily and monthly paperwork was completed accurately and on time
- Administered medication as necessary following company Medication protocol, completed medication accountability for any and all meds coming into the home
- Ensured effective communication within the team
Disability Support Worker
Alfred Egan Home
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Assisted extremely medically dependant adults with special needs, with day to day assistance with personal care, feeding, tube feedings sensory activities and outings as scheduled, to ensure the best care of individuals
- Completed all daily documentation and necessary medical documentation( i.e seizure data, Blood sugars etc)
- Operated mechanical lifts and other medical required equipment following company protocols
- Ensured wheels chairs were maintained and in safe working condition
Education
High School Diploma -
Senator Gershaw
Bow Island, ABSkills
Excellent Verbal and written communication skills, follows instruction well
Works well unsupervised and in a team setting
Works well under pressure and good at multitasking
Consistent in following workplace protocols, and very safety focused
Excellent crisis response skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- AHS Food Safe Certification
- Suicide Intervention Training
- Advanced NVCI Training
- Great Supervisory Training Level 1&2(Naslund Consulting Group)
- Basic Skills Training (Norquest College)
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Richardson Bros
07.2024 - 11.2024
Community Support Worker
SASH Disability Support Services
04.2024 - 04.2024
Research Technician
AG-Quest
02.2024 - 07.2024
Truck Driver
Nakamura Farms
08.2023 - 09.2023
Client Service Lead
Rehoboth Christian Ministries
09.2019 - 05.2023
Vocational Disability Service Practitoner
Rehoboth Christian Ministries
08.2017 - 09.2019
Vocational Team Leader
Rehoboth Christian Ministries
10.2013 - 08.2017
Residential Disability Service Practitoner
Rehoboth Christian Ministries
07.1998 - 01.1999
Disability Support Worker
Alfred Egan Home
01.1997 - 01.1998
High School Diploma -
Senator Gershaw
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