Jennifer Strykowski

Work History

CMHA

04.2023 - Current

Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to increase client engagement.
Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.

Western Human Resources

08.2021 - 01.2023

Helped build important life skills such as cooking and cleaning.
Administer client medications.
Supervised 4 residents within facility and on community outings.
Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
Designed and implemented various activities to encourage socialization and aid residents in identifying potential.
Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
Ran errands for clients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.

BGC Okanagan

12.2020 - 08.2021

* Coached clients with developing social skills, Improving individual wellness and productivity.
* Encouraged clients to find their own activities and learn leadership skills through group discussions.
* Provided key emotional support to clients.
* Built a good rapport with clients through relationship building.
* Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help whenever needed.
*Maintained energy and
* Observed play activities to identify positive in behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate where
Created a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for clients to be who they are.
Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions.
Monitored entrances and Exit and surroundings to maintain safety.