Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Jennifer Johnson

NANAIMO,BC

Summary

At Pacific Coast Community Resources, I excelled in providing mental health support and crisis intervention, significantly enhancing the well-being of special needs youth. My proactive approach in mentoring and developing comprehensive treatment plans, coupled with expertise in recreational activities, fostered notable improvements in clients' social skills and emotional resilience. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child and Youth Worker/Community Inclusion Worker

Pacific Coast Community Resources
08.2021 - Current
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Implemented behavior modification strategies to address challenging behaviors exhibited by young clients.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for children and adolescents.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and age-appropriate programs.
  • Contributed positively towards team collaborations by engaging in regular meetings and sharing insights, enhancing team cohesion.
  • Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
  • Organized group activities to promote social skills development among youth participants in a fun yet structured environment.
  • Advocated for client needs within various systems, such as schools, courts, and social service agencies.
  • Provided supervision to junior staff members, offering mentorship and guidance on best practices for working with children and teenagers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mackenzie Secondary
Mackenzie, BC
1998

Skills

  • Mental Health Support
  • Recreational Activities
  • Self-care strategies
  • Career guidance
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Social Skills Training
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Youth Mentoring
  • Home visits

Certification

  • First aid and CPR Training - expires August 2024
  • Medication administration certificate
  • Naloxone certification
  • Trauma informed practice certificate.
  • MANT Training Certificate
  • Behaviour management certificate.

Timeline

Child and Youth Worker/Community Inclusion Worker

Pacific Coast Community Resources
08.2021 - Current

High School Diploma -

Mackenzie Secondary
  • First aid and CPR Training - expires August 2024
  • Medication administration certificate
  • Naloxone certification
  • Trauma informed practice certificate.
  • MANT Training Certificate
  • Behaviour management certificate.
Jennifer Johnson