Donnavan Lynch
Calgary
Summary
Dynamic mental health professional with extensive experience at Alberta Health Services, specializing in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective emotional regulation and supportive counselling. Skilled in behavioral stabilization and documentation, fostering resilience and recovery in diverse populations. Committed to collaborative, patient-centered approaches.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Mental Health Aide
Southern Alberta Forensic Psychiatry
Calgary
10.2024 - Current
- Support forensic patients with psychiatric, behavioural, and criminogenic needs.
- Maintain unit safety and structured routines within secure protocols.
- Assist with emotional regulation and therapeutic engagement.
- Document behavioural observations for clinical and forensic review.
- AHS
Mental Health Aide
Alberta Health Services
Claresholm
09.2024 - Current
- Provide trauma-informed support to psychiatric inpatients.
- Observe and document mental status, behaviour, and safety risks.
- Assist with coping strategies, recovery plans, and daily therapeutic routines.
- Participate in crisis intervention and de-escalation procedures.
- Collaborate with RNs, therapists, psychiatrists, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Claresholm Centre for Mental Health & Addictions
Educator
Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth & Sports
Sint Maarten
10.2016 - 07.2024
- Delivered instruction, coaching, and behavioural support to diverse learners.
- Conducted assessments, academic counselling, and intervention planning.
- Facilitated developmental workshops and student support programs.
Weekend Residential Monitor
Dr. J Enterprises / Ujima Foundation
08.2016 - 04.2020
- Supported youth in a therapeutic home with counselling and behavioural guidance.
- Conducted interviews, case notes, and progress documentation.
- Led group meetings and assisted clients navigating trauma and life transitions.
Teacher
Ministry of Education
12.2012 - 07.2016
- Designed and delivered curriculum-based instruction.
- Created individualized learning plans and behavioural supports.
- Communicated with parents, counsellors, and school administration.
- Suriname
Education
Ph.D. - Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis12-2027
Master of Science - Contemporary, Health, Organizational, Forensic & Positive Psychology
Liverpool John Moores University
United Kingdom04-2024
Bachelor of Science - Education
Instituut Opleiding Voor Leraren
Suriname01.2015
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Supportive counselling
- Addictions support
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioural stabilization
- Mental status assessment
- Charting and documentation
- Emotional regulation
- Psychoeducation
- Motivational interviewing
- Resilience coaching
- Mindfulness practices
Hobbies and Interests
- Meditation
- Research
- Cooking
- Reading
- Community Wellness
Languages
- English
- Dutch
- Spanish (Conversational)
Timeline
Casual Mental Health Aide
Southern Alberta Forensic Psychiatry
10.2024 - Current
Mental Health Aide
Alberta Health Services
09.2024 - Current
Educator
Ministry of Education, Culture, Youth & Sports
10.2016 - 07.2024
Weekend Residential Monitor
Dr. J Enterprises / Ujima Foundation
08.2016 - 04.2020
Teacher
Ministry of Education
12.2012 - 07.2016
Ph.D. - Psychology
Walden University
Master of Science - Contemporary, Health, Organizational, Forensic & Positive Psychology
Liverpool John Moores University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Instituut Opleiding Voor Leraren