Elzaba Maryam Roy
Scarborough,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Child and Youth Care professional with experience in behaviour management, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed support. Skilled in providing individualized support to children and youth in educational, residential, and community settings. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote social-emotional growth, academic success, and community reintegration. Committed to fostering safe, inclusive, and supportive environments for diverse youth populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan University
06.2024 - Current
- Conducted research on social service access for marginalized youth.
- Assisted in developing policy recommendations to improve youth engagement and inclusion.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and grant proposals to support youth programming.
Intern
YouthLink
Toronto
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Provided direct support to youth experiencing housing instability and mental health challenges.
- Assisted in developing individualized service plans and behaviour management strategies.
- Facilitated life skills and self-regulation workshops for youth in shelter settings.
- Completed documentation, case notes, and referrals to community resources.
Intern
Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Supported children and youth in recreational and mentorship programs.
- Applied trauma-informed approaches to assist youth in building social and emotional skills.
- Promoted teamwork, leadership, and personal development among youth participants.
Volunteer
Youth & Family Services, CAYR Community Connections
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Supported youth and families affected by mental health and social challenges.
- Assisted with case management, advocacy, and access to healthcare resources.
Volunteer
Newcomer Settlement Services, SAFS
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided case management support to newcomer youth and families navigating settlement challenges.
- Connected clients to housing, employment, and immigration resources.
Mental Health Support Worker
Mental Health Action Trust
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided crisis intervention, case management, and counselling support to youth.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with social workers and healthcare providers.
- Led community outreach initiatives to promote mental health awareness.
Education
Child and Youth Care (Accelerated) -
George Brown College
Toronto04.2025
Mental Health Intervention -
Seneca College
Toronto12.2023
Bachelor’s in Social Work -
Mahatma Gandhi University
India05.2022
Skills
- Youth Engagement & Mentorship
- Behaviour Management & Intervention
- Crisis Intervention & Trauma-Informed Care
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Equity & Inclusion
- Case Management & Advocacy
- Program Development & Implementation
- Strong Administrative & Compliance Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office & Database Management
Languages
- English (Fluent – Written & Oral)
- Malayalam (Fluent – Written & Oral)
- Tamil (Conversational)
Certifications Professional Development
- First Aid & CPR Certification
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB) Certification
- Ontario Assosciation of Child and Youth Care
Timeline
Intern
YouthLink
01.2025 - 04.2025
Intern
Eastview Neighbourhood Community Centre
07.2024 - 08.2024
Research Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan University
06.2024 - Current
Volunteer
Youth & Family Services, CAYR Community Connections
09.2023 - 12.2023
Volunteer
Newcomer Settlement Services, SAFS
08.2023 - 12.2023
Mental Health Support Worker
Mental Health Action Trust
03.2022 - 03.2023
Child and Youth Care (Accelerated) -
George Brown College
Mental Health Intervention -
Seneca College
Bachelor’s in Social Work -
Mahatma Gandhi University
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