Edward Grift
VANCOUVER,BC
Summary
Dedicated Recovery Coach with expertise in crisis intervention, client-centered advocacy, and community outreach. Proven ability to develop individualized action plans and facilitate group discussions, empowering clients to achieve their recovery goals.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Recovery Coach- Men's Treatment Centre
Union Gospel Mission
Vancouver, British Columbia
04.2023 - Current
- Supported clients in defining and reaching personal recovery objectives, empowering their journey toward sustained wellness.
- Motivated clients through active listening and empathetic communication.
- Facilitated group discussions to foster community support and shared recovery journeys.
- Developed individualized action plans to align with client recovery goals.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted support strategies.
- Provided tailored resources and referrals for mental health and substance use services, enhancing client access to necessary support.
- Educated clients about coping skills and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Collaborated with treatment team members to coordinate the best course of action for each client's unique needs.
Outreach Worker- Mobile Outreach
Union Gospel Mission
Vancouver, British Columbia
04.2020 - 04.2023
- Implemented community outreach and engagement plans to reach vulnerable communities.
- Facilitated access to essential services and resources for individuals in need.
- Supported individuals in securing basic needs including housing, employment, and healthcare.
- Provided immediate crisis support in diverse settings to stabilize individuals' situations.
Outreach Worker
Union Gospel Mission
Vancouver, British Columbia
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Engaged community members to support individuals experiencing homelessness, fostering connections to vital services. to individuals experiencing homelessness in the community.
- Provided crisis intervention services.
- Provided clients with information and referrals for resources like food, housing, and transportation, facilitating their immediate needs.
- Assisted clients in navigating essential services and resources, enhancing their access to support.
- Collaborated with treatment team to assess social and emotional issues affecting clients, interpreting social, emotional and family system problems and strengths to other members.
Education
Recovery Coach
Still Here
White Rock, BC02-2022
Social Service Worker - Social Services
CDI College
Surrey, BC09-2018
Skills
- Crisis management
- Crisis support
- Trauma-informed care
- Client advocacy
- Action planning
- Group facilitation
- Community outreach
- Sustained recovery
- Motivational techniques
- Active listening
- Empathetic engagement
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- NVCI- Non Violent Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Recovery Coach- Men's Treatment Centre
Union Gospel Mission
04.2023 - Current
Outreach Worker- Mobile Outreach
Union Gospel Mission
04.2020 - 04.2023
Outreach Worker
Union Gospel Mission
09.2018 - 04.2020
Recovery Coach
Still Here
Social Service Worker - Social Services
CDI College