Emily Payne
St.Johns,NL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Practicum Student
Blue Sky Family Care
St.Johns, NL
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Engaged in continuous learning on social work practices and ethical guidelines.
- Attended meetings, training, conferences, and seminars to advance professional knowledge.
- Worked under a registered social worker.
Inclusion Counsellor
Provincial Homecare
St.Johns, NL
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Worked effectively with other inclusion counselors
- Worked one-on-one with children and youth with intellectual and physical disabilities.
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through an enthusiastic leadership style.
Respite Care Worker
Private
St.Johns, NL
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted youth with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Participated in enjoyable activities with clients to provide mental stimulation.
- Assisted youth with hygiene, diet and mobility practices.
Assistant Camp Lead
Easter Seals
St.Johns, NL
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Helped plan and implement daily activities for participants.
- Helped participants in self-care and personal hygiene.
- Opened the facility, ensuring everything was set up prior to participants arriving.
- Engaged in activities with participants. Ensured all activities were accessible to each participant and met their needs.
Respite Care Provider
Private
Torbay, NL
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted youth with personal care, hygiene and mobility.
- Helped youth get in and out of wheelchairs.
- Participated in enjoyable activities with youth to provide mental stimulation.
Camp Counsellor
Easter Seals
St.Johns, NL
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through an enthusiastic leadership style.
- Monitored camper behaviors during meals ensuring proper hygiene habits were followed.
Food Attendant.
Pita Pit
St.Johns, NL
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Key holder.
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume work shifts and fast-paced operations.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, None04-2026
High School Diploma -
Holy Heart of Mary High School
St. John's, NL06-2021
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Client Advocacy
- Team collaboration
- First aid and CPR
- Special needs experience
- Planning activities
Certification
- Standard First Aid, Canadian Red Cross, June 2022
- Mental Health First Aid, St. John's Ambulance, May 2024
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention, Cornell University, October 2024
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Social Work Practicum Student
Blue Sky Family Care
09.2024 - 11.2024
Inclusion Counsellor
Provincial Homecare
07.2024 - 08.2025
Respite Care Worker
Private
01.2024 - 04.2024
Assistant Camp Lead
Easter Seals
07.2023 - 08.2023
Respite Care Provider
Private
09.2022 - 06.2023
Camp Counsellor
Easter Seals
06.2022 - 08.2022
Food Attendant.
Pita Pit
06.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Social Work -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
High School Diploma -
Holy Heart of Mary High School
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