Deborah Oladele
Ottawa,ON
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate professional with a proven track record of providing comprehensive support and advocacy for individuals facing complex challenges, I am eager to contribute my extensive experience to the critical mission of the National Defense - Sexual Misconduct Support and Resource Centre (SMSRC). With a background in crisis response coordination, case management, and victim advocacy, I possess the skills and expertise needed to excel in this multifaceted role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Response Coordinator
Ontario Native Women's Association
12.2021 - Current
- Provide systemic advocacy and navigation for women at risk of human trafficking or leaving trafficking situations.
- Offer immediate support to crisis response workers and assist in ensuring transportation to safe housing. Facilitate access to necessary support services.
- Collaborate with police services to establish effective partnerships and protocols to support trafficked women during their transition to safety.
- Ensure that ongoing, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive support is available throughout the process.
- Work closely with the Crisis Response Team, offering cultural programming, referrals, advocacy, and services. Provide case management services for sexually trafficked women, including assessments, safety planning, and short- and long-term planning.
- Conduct targeted outreach to sexually trafficked Indigenous individuals. Offer support, advocacy, referrals, and connections to women and community resources based on their needs.
- Offer trauma-informed crisis care and stabilizing supports to individuals in immediate need.
- Accompany women as needed, including providing transportation support when required. Ensure they have safe and reliable means to access necessary services.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of crisis stabilization, service delivery, and community member contacts.
- Demonstrate proficiency in conducting suicide risk assessments and providing timely and effective interventions within a social service or healthcare context.
- Possess the ability to identify and address suicide risk factors, develop safety plans, and deliver supportive counseling to individuals in crisis, ensuring their emotional well-being and safety.
- Exhibit a strong track record of offering empathetic and trauma-informed support to survivors of sexual violence.
- Skilled in assisting survivors with emotional healing, providing resources, referrals, and advocacy, and ensuring their access to appropriate services and support networks.
- Proficient in conducting comprehensive risk assessments to evaluate immediate threats and vulnerabilities, especially in crisis situations.
- Demonstrate the capability to respond effectively to emergency phone lines, ensuring timely and appropriate actions to address urgent needs, prioritize safety, and provide crisis intervention as required.
Case Manager
The Ottawa Mission
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Successfully managed a caseload of clients struggling with addiction, providing individualized assessment, treatment planning, and ongoing support.
- Demonstrated proficiency in crisis intervention, responding effectively to clients' immediate needs during challenging moments and facilitating access to appropriate resources.
- Acted as a strong advocate for clients, ensuring they received necessary services, such as detoxification, counseling, and medical care, and addressing barriers to treatment.
- Worked closely with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, counselors, and social workers to coordinate services and provide holistic care for clients.
- Connected clients with community resources, support groups, and outpatient programs to enhance their recovery journey.
- Maintained accurate and detailed client records, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and reporting requirements.
- Displayed cultural sensitivity and inclusivity in working with clients from diverse backgrounds, recognizing the impact of cultural factors on addiction and recovery.
Residential Support Worker
Elizabeth Fry Society
11.2018 - 04.2020
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to individuals who have experienced various forms of victimization, including domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.
- Demonstrated expertise in crisis intervention, offering immediate assistance and emotional support to clients in distress, ensuring their safety and well-being.
- Collaborated with clients to develop personalized safety plans, helping them navigate complex and high-risk situations, and connecting them with essential resources.
- Assisted clients in understanding their legal rights, accompanied them to court proceedings, and facilitated communication with legal representatives as needed.
- Provided trauma-informed care, recognizing the impact of trauma on clients' lives and implementing strategies to create a safe and supportive environment.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within the justice system and social service agencies, effectively representing their interests.
- Supported clients in managing emotional challenges, fostering resilience, and building coping skills to enhance their mental health and overall quality of life.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Women Gender Studies & African Studies, Law.
Carleton University
Ottawa, ONCertificate in Interpersonal Communication
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Sarnia, ONCertificate in Violence Prevention And Awareness
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Sarnia, ONSkills
- Case Management
- Risk assessments
- Crisis Intervention
- Conflict Resolution
- Legal Support
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Resource Referral
- Safety Planning
- Empathetic
- Client-Centered Approach
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork
Timeline
Crisis Response Coordinator
Ontario Native Women's Association
12.2021 - Current
Case Manager
The Ottawa Mission
07.2019 - 12.2021
Residential Support Worker
Elizabeth Fry Society
11.2018 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Women Gender Studies & African Studies, Law.
Carleton University
Certificate in Interpersonal Communication
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
Certificate in Violence Prevention And Awareness
Lambton College of Applied Arts And Technology
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