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Jamie Bray

Windsor,ON, Canada

Summary

Dynamic outreach specialist with a proven track record at the Canadian Mental Health Association, excelling in client advocacy and community engagement. Successfully secured $300 million in funding through strategic public outreach and effective care plan implementation. Skilled in crisis intervention and building trust-based relationships to empower individuals in their recovery journeys.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer - Client and Caregiver Advisory Council

Canadiand Mental Health Accociation
Windsor, Ontario
01.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement care plans effectively.
  • Coordinated awareness campaigns utilizing social media platforms effectively.
  • Advising the council on helpful tips regarding community outreach services.
  • Collaborated with CMHA by contributing time, effort, and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
  • I advocated for CMHA funding to the Canadian government by sharing parts of my testimony about overcoming mental health issues and addiction, and by sending emails to many members of Parliament. $300,000,000 was approved!
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Monitored outreach efforts and reported on engagement trends regularly.

Outreach Specialist

Self employed
Windsor, Ontario
10.2021 - Current

Implemented community outreach and engagement plans to reach vulnerable communities.

  • Maintained awareness of laws and initiatives related to specific outreach area and attended special events and conferences to gain knowledge and effectiveness at serving clients.
  • Presented clients with information, referrals and assistance accessing resources such as food, housing and transportation.
  • Developed and distributed written materials to inform potential clients of available services and to generate financial and volunteer support.
  • Interviewed patients or members via phone or in-person to gather personal and sensitive information and determined eligibility for various outreach programs.
  • Collaborated with community-based organizations and key stakeholders to address community initiatives.
  • Performed ongoing monitoring of care plans to evaluate effectiveness, documenting interventions and goal achievements and suggesting changes accordingly.
  • Cultivated relations with professionals to resolve discrepancies.
  • Coordinated specific psychosocial resources to meet members' identified needs.
  • Made referrals to utilize community resources for peers' needs.
  • Providing basic first aid services and supplies.
  • Met with peers to understand individual needs and develop personalized counseling and care plans.
  • Provided emotional, social, and educational services to individuals in crisis.
  • Share details regarding recovery and wellness principles focused on helping others who are struggling with their personal recovery journeys.
  • Assisted others through dynamic relationships built on trust, and utilized effective listening and interpersonal skills.

Education

Addictions and Community Service Worker

Everest
Windsor, ON

Skills

  • Care plan implementation
  • Community engagement
  • Resource referral
  • Client advocacy
  • Crisis intervention
  • Public outreach

Timeline

Volunteer - Client and Caregiver Advisory Council

Canadiand Mental Health Accociation
01.2022 - Current

Outreach Specialist

Self employed
10.2021 - Current

Addictions and Community Service Worker

Everest
Jamie Bray