Emily M. Dikken
Graduate School Applicant
Brampton,ON
Summary
Child and Youth Care Practitioner with a strong foundation in mental health support and client advocacy. I am experienced in working with clients to overcome challenges in their lives, while exploring psychoeduation, and building their resiliency. I have a strong background in providing emotional support, conflict resolution, and developing coping strategies. I collaborate effectively within teams of multi-disciplinary professionals to achieve impactful results for my clients. I am adaptable and dependable, conducting my practice as client centered, culturally aware, and strength-based.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Live-In Treatment Counsellor (Permanent to Relief)
EveryMind Mental Health Services
07.2024 - Current
- Provide trauma-informed residential support to youth using the ARC model (Attachment, Regulation, Competency).
- Conduct safety screenings (C-SSRS), dispense medications, and maintain case documentation via EMHware.
- Serve as a primary worker for assigned clients, managing treatment plans and clinical documentation.
- Implement individualized safety plans to ensure a secure therapeutic milieu.
- Facilitate psychoeducation and counselling for youth coping with trauma.
- Contribute to case conferences and multidisciplinary team meetings.
Office Assistant
Kardtech Inc.
01.2020 - Current
- Manage invoicing, accounts, and administrative operations using QuickBooks and Microsoft Office.
- Coordinate insurance claims, HR systems (Parklane, WSIB), and benefits plans (ManuLife).
Developmental Therapist / Educational Support Specialist
Oakwood Academy
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Supported autistic students (ages 3–18) in developmental and academic integration using DIR/Floortime.
- Monitored developmental milestones (FEDCs), tracked behavioral data (ABC charts).
- Collaborated with OTs, SLPs, and teachers to support holistic development.
- Facilitated life-skills, regulation, and social-emotional growth activities.
- Supported independence through activities such as community outings, transit training, and financial literacy.
Live-In Treatment Counsellor
EveryMind Mental Health Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Participated in weekly clinical meetings with CYCPs, psychologists, and social workers.
- Created and implemented individualized treatment plans for at-risk youth.
- Facilitated psychoeducation groups on self-esteem, coping skills, healthy boundaries, and life skills.
Family Support Worker
Halton Children’s Aid Society
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported parents through workshops, goal-setting, and resource navigation.
- Designed and delivered parenting workshops such as “Trusting Love & Connections.”
- Presented genograms for clients using GenoPro to map support systems.
- Documented strength-based case notes in CPIN.
Cashier / Sales Associate
Canadian Tire
09.2013 - 01.2020
- Delivered customer service and conflict resolution in a high-volume retail setting.
- Maintained floor organization and inventory flow.
Education
Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (Honours) -
Humber College
Etobicoke, ON04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - (Sociology)
University of Toronto
Mississauga, ON12.2018
Skills
Counseling
Client Advocacy
Clinical Case Note Writing
Case Management
Suicide Prevention
Mental Health Support
Treatment, Intake, and Discharge Planning
Adolescent Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Treatment Planning
Websites
Certification
OACYC Professional Membership (2025)
Timeline
Developmental Therapist / Educational Support Specialist
Oakwood Academy
02.2025 - 08.2025
Live-In Treatment Counsellor (Permanent to Relief)
EveryMind Mental Health Services
07.2024 - Current
Live-In Treatment Counsellor
EveryMind Mental Health Services
05.2023 - 08.2023
Family Support Worker
Halton Children’s Aid Society
09.2021 - 12.2021
Office Assistant
Kardtech Inc.
01.2020 - Current
Cashier / Sales Associate
Canadian Tire
09.2013 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Child and Youth Care (Honours) -
Humber College
Bachelor of Arts - (Sociology)
University of Toronto
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