Erin Carter
Witless Bay,NL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Social Work student poised to graduate in April with a strong foundation in social services and a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and communities. Proficient in client assessment, advocacy, and resource coordination, with hands-on experience in diverse social work settings. Adept at fostering positive relationships with clients, families, colleagues, and community partners to achieve shared goals. Eager to leverage academic knowledge and practical experience to contribute effectively to a dynamic social work team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Intern
NL Health Services
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted clients in navigating community resources for optimal support and services.
- Documented services provided meticulously by keeping accurate records of activities, interactions and conversations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify client needs and develop appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize client care and improve overall well-being.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by establishing trust and maintaining open lines of communication throughout internship experience.
- Conducted outreach to local referral sources to build strong partnerships for supportive services.
Supervisor - Summer Camp
Bay Bulls - Bauline Athletic Association
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed camp operations for a local facility serving over 90 campers each day.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Enhanced communication within the team by holding regular meetings and encouraging open dialogue among all members.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Provided regular communication updates to parents on camper progress, addressing concerns in a timely manner to ensure satisfaction with the program experience.
Social Work Intern
Blue Sky Family Care
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Improved client outcomes by developing and implementing individualized service plans.
- Enhanced client self-sufficiency through goal setting, problem-solving, and skill-building activities.
- Educated clients on their rights and responsibilities within various social service systems, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to address diverse client needs including mental health, addiction, trauma, and family dynamics.
- Advocated for clients within court proceedings or meetings with service providers to ensure fair treatment and access to necessary resources.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Councillor - After School Program
Bay Bulls - Bauline Athletic Association
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Worked with children of varying ages, interests, skills and developmental levels
- Led groups of children safely through a variety of activities
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement
- Provided crisis intervention in response to emergencies, employing existing trust and rapport to deescalate situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Coordinator - Summer Camp
Bay Bulls - Bauline Athletic Association
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Maintained a fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing a culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility
- Supervised camper and team safety by issuing clear directives for ideal behaviors and required monitoring strategies
- Assigned schedules and specific tasks to workers for optimal coverage
- Arranged a packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities
- Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
Councillor - Summer Camp
Bay Bulls - Bauline Athletic Association
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Built and maintained positive relationships with campers, staff and families
- Planned and lead diverse activities to entertain children and promote core values
- Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in the development of events and programs
- Kept all camper and work areas neat, clean and organized
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
Tourism Assistant
Town of Witless Bay
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits to educate visitors
- Researched and studied topics that pertained to tour locations, so that such information could be added to scripts.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
04.2024
High School Diploma -
Mobile Central High School
06.2019
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Client Documentation
- Client Assessment and Evaluation
- Time Management
- Accountability
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Leadership and Communication
- Problem Solving and Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Empathy
- Boundary Setting
Certification
- HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development
- Red Cross Standard First Aid/CPR Certified
- Radhoc Youth Leadership Program
- ASIST Suicide Prevention Training
- BBBAA Leadership In-Training Program
- Advanced Health Care Directives Workshop- Seniors NL
- RAI-HC Assessment Training- NL Health Services
- Adult Protection Act Training- NL Health Services
Accomplishments
- Memorial University School of Social Work's Deans List
- Canadian Federation of University Women St. John's Scholarship
- Brendan Kelly Memorial Internship Award for Social Work
- Memorial University Entrance Scholarship
- Reddy Kilowatt Education Scholarship
- Matt Murray Co-operative Leadership Scholarship
- Newfoundland and Labrador Cheerleading Association Scholarship for Outstanding performance and dedication to cheerleading in NL
References
References available upon request. (Or you can add references from two work terms and a faculty member)
Volunteer Experience
- St. Bernard’s Elementary Breakfast Program
- St. Bernard’s Elementary Cheerleading Coach
- Mobile Central High Cheerleading Coach
Timeline
Social Work Intern
NL Health Services
01.2024 - 04.2024
Supervisor - Summer Camp
Bay Bulls - Bauline Athletic Association
04.2023 - 09.2023
Social Work Intern
Blue Sky Family Care
09.2022 - 12.2022
Coordinator - Summer Camp
Bay Bulls - Bauline Athletic Association
06.2021 - 09.2021
Councillor - After School Program
Bay Bulls - Bauline Athletic Association
01.2021 - 12.2022
Councillor - Summer Camp
Bay Bulls - Bauline Athletic Association
06.2019 - 09.2019
Tourism Assistant
Town of Witless Bay
06.2018 - 09.2018
Bachelor of Social Work -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
High School Diploma -
Mobile Central High School
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