Zoe Hart
Maple Ridge,BC
Summary
Eager and committed Social Worker (BSW in progress), dedicated to fostering the well-being of children and families, seeking a challenging role as a Child Protection Worker with the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). Enthusiastically aligning with the MCFD's mission to promote family and community capacity, I bring a mindset of curiosity, respect, and a sincere commitment to positively impact the lives of vulnerable children and youth in British Columbia
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Practicum Student
Ministry Of Children And Family Development
09.2023 - 02.2024
- 350 hour practicum
- Enhanced practicum experience by collaborating with multidisciplinary team members and integrating their feedback.
- Developed relationships with families through empathetic listening and effective communication.
- Developed skills using the ICM system and appropriate documentation of case work.
- Participated in a variety of circle meetings, family strengthening, mediation, transfer, consults, and case management discussions.
- Developed collaborative relationships with other professional agencies supporting the families.
Outreach Worker
Alouette Addictions Services
11.2022 - Current
- Established rapport with community members by actively participating in local events and demonstrating genuine care for their wellbeing.
- Connected individuals to appropriate resources through comprehensive assessments, referrals, and followups.
- Enhanced team collaboration by regularly sharing best practices, challenges, and successes during staff meetings.
- Maintained accurate client records by diligently documenting all interactions, interventions, and outcomes in the case management system.
- Supported homeless individuals transitioning into housing by connecting them with necessary supplies, furniture donations, and move-in assistance resources.
- Served as a liaison between clients and service providers, ensuring clear communication of needs and expectations while maintaining client confidentiality at all times.
Practicum Student
Alouette Addictions Services
09.2022 - 04.2023
- 350 practicum experience split between two teams. The Homeless Hub as a community support worker, and The Youth Counseling Team, as a prevention worker.
- Substance use education presentations to children in school, Grades 5-8.
- Substance use education and support sessions provided to staff within the school system
- Assisted in providing 1-1 assessment and counseling sessions to youth deemed at risk or affected by substance use.
Outreach & Housing Retention Worker
Many Ways Home Housing Society
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Connected individuals to appropriate resources through comprehensive assessments, referrals, and followups.
- Developed strong relationships with local organizations to establish a network of support services for clients in need.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions, identify potential risks, and provide personalized recommendations for improvement.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate medical appointments for clients facing barriers to access or transportation issues.
- Maintained accurate client records by diligently documenting all interactions, interventions, and outcomes in the case management system.
- Crisis management and overdose response
Residential Support Worker
Espirit Homes
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Improved Youth's well-being by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Fostered a supportive living environment by addressing Youth's emotional and behavioral needs.
- Maintained a safe residential space through regular inspections, risk assessments, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Assisted with daily living tasks for improved quality of life for each Youth in the home.
- Documented Youth's progress toward goals regularly, allowing for accurate tracking of growth over time.
- Supported the educational goals of youth under my care by providing tutoring services as needed in various subjects areas.
Practicum Student
Fraser Health Adolescent Day Treatment Program
05.2015 - 06.2015
- 160 hour practicum experience with youth aged 13-18
- Providing recreation therapy assessment and programming
- Participating in multidisciplinary collaborative care planning
- Supporting group excursions to engage in outdoor activities.
- Supporting youth on a 1-1 basis to build confidence, skills, and set goals.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC04.2024
Diploma - Recreation Therapy
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Science And Management of Exercise And Health
University of Surrey
U.K.06.2008
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Strengths-based/Solution focused
- Cultural Agility
- Organizational Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Computer Literacy
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Resource Coordination
- Conflict Resolution
- Client Needs Assessments
- Maintaining Client Records
Timeline
Practicum Student
Ministry Of Children And Family Development
09.2023 - 02.2024
Outreach Worker
Alouette Addictions Services
11.2022 - Current
Practicum Student
Alouette Addictions Services
09.2022 - 04.2023
Outreach & Housing Retention Worker
Many Ways Home Housing Society
05.2020 - 07.2021
Residential Support Worker
Espirit Homes
05.2019 - 08.2020
Practicum Student
Fraser Health Adolescent Day Treatment Program
05.2015 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Social Work -
Douglas College
Diploma - Recreation Therapy
Douglas College
Bachelor of Science - Science And Management of Exercise And Health
University of Surrey
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