BSW, RSW, BA.SOC.
Accomplished social worker with over 13 years of experience in various environments. Strong interest and experience in how mental health and addiction intertwine with life events such as aging, disability, poverty, intergenerational trauma, and many more.
Worked primarily with memory care(Dementia), extra support and end of
life care
Completed assessments such as Mini Mental and Montreal Mental
Status
Assisted Psychiatric Doctor with patient rounds
Created interactive groups for memory care residents
Reported on how the memory care ward could be adapted to suit the residents in a more wholistic manner
Assisted with resident extracurricular activities
Integrated a manual for staff, residents and families that includes
resources on trauma informed care for older adults, lgbtq2sa+ resources
for older adults, amongst many other things
Interacted with the families of residents living in memory care
Home Builders
CARE
OH&S
WHMIS
Crucial Conversations
Motivational Interviewing
Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Families
Respectful Workplace Training
CPR/First Aid Certification
Naloxone Injection Training
Aboriginal Awareness
4 Seasons of Reconciliation
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training(ASIST)
Many courses on mental health, addiction, FASD, reconciliation,
amongst others
Food Safety Certification