Erin Young
Kingston,ON
Summary
Dedicated social work professional with strong commitment to fostering positive outcomes and enhancing individual and community well-being. Adept at providing support, advocacy, and resources to diverse populations while maintaining high ethical standards. Demonstrates collaborative approach, adaptability to changing needs, and focus on delivering impactful results. Skilled in case management, crisis intervention, and effective communication.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker, PSR ACTT
Providence Care Hospital
06.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated client's and their families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services by understanding their identified needs, and advocating for them as needed.
- Manages a caseload of 10+ clients with daily needs, and works with the shared care plan model to assist with any needs that arise from the teams client list.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored treatment plans that align with their identified goals.
- Implemented and utilized evidence-based therapeutic interventions to support client's with mental health challenges.
Social Worker- Intake Coordinator for RSMH & MDRTS
Providence Care Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Performed psychosocial assessments to understand client's history and assess their present needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated potential client's and their families on available community resources, connecting them to appropriate essential services, groups and healthcare providers.
- Coordinated closely with primary care physicians to ensure appropriate care and treatment.
Social Work Practicum Student
Nappanee Area Community Health Centre
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services, addressing immediate concerns while connecting clients to longer-term resources where appropriate.
- Maintained accurate records and case notes, adhering to professional standards and confidentiality guidelines.
- Engaged in reflective practice by seeking feedback from supervisors and peers while striving for continuous selfimprovement.
- Utilized a strengths-based approach when working with clients, building on existing capabilities for sustained improvement.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting open communication and emotional growth.
Child and Youth Therapist
Bayfield Treatment Centre
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Established clear boundaries with clients, maintaining ethical practice standards while preserving the therapeutic relationship.
- Counseled individuals, groups, and families to bring awareness of problems, deal with crisis situations and develop action plans.
Social Work Practicum Student
Bethany Hope Centre
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive client support.
- Assisted individuals under the age of 30 secure employment, continue in their education, and/or pursue a career in entrepreneurship.
- Facilitated weekly programming to large groups including career/skill building workshops.
- Experience with case noting and initial intake process.
- Supported clients and their children with various barriers such as learning disabilities, developmental/intellectual disabilities, personal crisis, unresolved legal matters, substance use disorders, mental health challenges, housing insecurities, food insecurities & more.
- Supported families through challenging situations by offering guidance and resources tailored to their unique circumstances.
Education
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of Waterloo
Waterloo01-2021
Bachelor of Social Work- Graduated With Honours - Social Work
Carleton University
Ottawa01-2018
Skills
- Empathetic Understanding
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Efficient under pressure and in crisis situations
- Strong understanding of resource navigation, supports and services available within both community and hospital settings
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Certification
- CBT and CBTp certifications
- Currently enrolled in DBT training
- Currently enrolled in ART (Accelerated Resolution therapy) training
Timeline
Social Worker, PSR ACTT
Providence Care Hospital
06.2022 - Current
Social Worker- Intake Coordinator for RSMH & MDRTS
Providence Care Hospital
09.2021 - 05.2022
Social Work Practicum Student
Nappanee Area Community Health Centre
11.2020 - 03.2021
Child and Youth Therapist
Bayfield Treatment Centre
06.2020 - 08.2020
Social Work Practicum Student
Bethany Hope Centre
09.2017 - 04.2018
- CBT and CBTp certifications
- Currently enrolled in DBT training
- Currently enrolled in ART (Accelerated Resolution therapy) training
Masters of Social Work - Social Work
University of Waterloo
Bachelor of Social Work- Graduated With Honours - Social Work
Carleton University
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