JANE WARKOLA, BSW, RSW

I am a dedicated social work professional with a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of Manitoba, specializing in mental health and wellness support for vulnerable populations. My career has focused on improving the lives of marginalized individuals, particularly Indigenous youth and families involved with child welfare systems. I have developed a strong skill set in providing holistic mental health support and trauma treatment, integrating various evidence-based therapeutic modalities.

My experience spans several roles in reputable organizations, including Action Therapy Youth Services, where I provide comprehensive mental health support and trauma supports for Indigenous youth. In my position as an Online Therapist with GFIT Wellness, I conduct thorough assessments and develop personalized treatment plans that address issues such as anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. My role as a Community Health Facilitator at Sage House within Mount Carmel Clinic allowed me to implement trauma-informed practices and secure safe housing for participants, significantly reducing community homelessness.

As a Case Manager in the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program at Mount Carmel Clinic, I successfully coordinated resources for mental health and addiction services while managing individualized care plans for diverse clients. My tenure as an Integrated Support Worker at Main Street Project further enhanced my ability to work with high-risk populations across various settings, including homeless shelters and detox units.

I am committed to ongoing professional development, as demonstrated by my numerous certifications and training programs, including Mental Health First Aid, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, and Narrative Therapy Training. This commitment ensures that I stay at the forefront of best practices in social work and mental health practice and care.

My strong communication skills, attention to detail, and exceptional organizational abilities allow me to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines efficiently, and maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all aspects of my work. I am passionate about advocating for vulnerable populations and am dedicated to creating positive change in the lives of those I serve, particularly within urban Indigenous communities and those facing complex challenges related to mental health, addiction, and homelessness.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook
• Mental Health First Aid
• Community Health WRHA
• Social Role Valorization
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
• Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
• Supervision in Human Service Settings (Red River College)
• Foundation in Disability and Community Service (Red River College)
• Performance Management
• Cultural Differences
• Leadership Trainings
• Self-Assessment Using Personal Outcome Measures
• Vulnerable Persons Act
• CPR/First Aid
• Narcan Training
• Goal Development
• Therapeutic Approach
• Stress and Self Care
• Trauma Informed Approach
• WEVAS
• Understanding Basic Needs
• Responding to Suicidal thoughts: Narrative Therapy Centre
• Narrative Practice Approaches to Trauma: Narrative Therapy Centre

• Drag the Red Winnipeg, Participated in community efforts to search the Red River for missing persons.
• Main Street Project Shelter, Served food to individuals experiencing homelessness.
• Thunderbird House, Distributed soup and food to community members in need.
• Salvation Army, Provided food and clothing to individuals facing hardship.
• Community Helpers Unite, Volunteered at a food kitchen for individuals experiencing homelessness.