Trinity Place Foundation of Alberta, Peter Coyle Place
2023 - Current
Utilize a Harm Reduction approach to assist residents in maintaining their housing
Work closely with property managers, health personnel, and support staff in developing, implementing, and evaluating independent living plans for tenants identified as moderate to high risk
Actively identify tenants who are having trouble living in an independent living environment and work with internal and external resources to proactively address needs and transition plans
Collaborate with tenants and necessary stakeholders to create and facilitate plans to transition tenants to more appropriate housing when necessary
Support clients as they move through life adjustments and provide coaching to address challenges
Provide tenants with assistance, information, and advocacy to successfully maintain their housing
Assist tenants with applying for financial supports and community resources
Assist with creating informal support networks with individuals inside and outside of Trinity Place Foundation of Alberta
In collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, work to address and resolve hinderances to tenancy for tenants (i.e., non-payment of rent, hoarding issues, behavioral concerns, etc.)
Independent Contractor
Foundations LLP/2020 Law Group
2020 - 2022
Calgary Area Coordinator
Alberta College of Social Workers
01.2019 - 01.2021
Volunteer - Big Sister (PRISM Program)
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary
01.2017 - 01.2021
Provide mentorship to a queer youth on a continual basis while building a mentor/mentee relationship together in the community
Client Service Coordinator
Carya
01.2017 - 01.2020
Responsible for initial stages of client engagement/intakes of 21 different programs including: obtaining permissions, gathering essential intake information from clients, assessing client need and eligibility, triaging and making appropriate referrals, managing crises, and effectively engaging with the community to facilitate referrals and coordination of services
Direct group facilitation of Making Room – a group for older adults with lived experience of hoarding
Coordinated an LGBTQ+ specific event
Trained new staff in all matters relating to intake and assessment
Mentoring Coordinator
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary
01.2016 - 01.2017
Conducted comprehensive interviews, assessments, reference checks and match support recommendations for volunteers using electronic tools and software program
Determined appropriate suitability for matching in an agency mentoring program
Assessed and provided for individual training needs, resources and support to assure a positive experience for the young person and volunteer, to achieve match longevity and retention and positive youth impact
Developed, promoted and implemented individual and group activity-based match events to meet program goals and out comes through recognition, annual events, and reengagement strategies
Supported and conducted the enrolment process and engagement of clients and volunteers
Crisis Counsellor
Wheatland Crisis Society
01.2016 - 01.2017
Provided individual and group counselling, client advocacy, case management, assessment, intervention, and problem-solving skills
Facilitated support through the Crisis Helpline
Provided referrals to other agencies
Supported clients in creating individualized Safety Plans and completing Danger Assessments
Completed data tracking through Outcome Tracker
Youth Worker
Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary, Eleanor's
01.2014 - 01.2015
Shelter Support Staff
Inn From The Cold
01.2014 - 01.2015
Social Work Placement Student
AIDS Committee Of Windsor/Blue House
01.2013 - 01.2014
Legal Assistant
Gatti Law Professional Corporation
01.2006 - 01.2014
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON
2014
Timeline
Calgary Area Coordinator
Alberta College of Social Workers
01.2019 - 01.2021
Volunteer - Big Sister (PRISM Program)
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary
01.2017 - 01.2021
Client Service Coordinator
Carya
01.2017 - 01.2020
Mentoring Coordinator
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary
01.2016 - 01.2017
Crisis Counsellor
Wheatland Crisis Society
01.2016 - 01.2017
Youth Worker
Boys and Girls Clubs of Calgary, Eleanor's
01.2014 - 01.2015
Shelter Support Staff
Inn From The Cold
01.2014 - 01.2015
Social Work Placement Student
AIDS Committee Of Windsor/Blue House
01.2013 - 01.2014
Legal Assistant
Gatti Law Professional Corporation
01.2006 - 01.2014
Social Worker
Trinity Place Foundation of Alberta, Peter Coyle Place
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