Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Jessica Shaw

Penticton,BC

Summary

Experienced Medic and Support Worker

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tenant Support Worker

Ask Wellness Society
04.2023 - Current
  • Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
  • Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
  • Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.

Support Worker

The Bridge
06.2022 - Current
  • Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
  • Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Evaluated clients' social, emotional and psychological needs to create treatment plans.
  • Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
  • Facilitated peer support groups to help clients connect with others.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
  • Devised and implemented community-based programs to promote mental health awareness.

Outreach Support Worker

Penticton Overdose Prevention Society
11.2021 - Current
  • Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
  • Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
  • Educated clients and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to provide effective interventions for clients.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.

Peer Support Worker

Interior Health
05.2021 - Current
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
  • Increased awareness of and supported participation in self-help and advocacy organizations.
  • Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
  • Served as resource to support help desk requests.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.

OFA 3 Medic

ProMed
02.2009 - 06.2020
  • Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
  • Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
  • Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
  • Assessed nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures.
  • Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families.
  • Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
  • Observed patient behavior to report changes to medical personnel.
  • Conducted patient intake and triage procedures.
  • Utilized communication devices to maintain contact with supervisors.

Education

Associate of Arts - Digital Arts And New Media

Selkirk College
Castlegar, BC

Hospitality Management

Okanagan College

High School Diploma -

Athol Murray College of Notre Dame
Wilcox, SK
2007

Skills

  • Daily Living Support
  • Attentive to People
  • Problem Identification
  • Crisis Situations
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Service Documentation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification


Peer Education and Skills Practice - Inclusive Language and Queer Literacy

Peer Education and Skills Practice - Boundaries part 1

Peer Education and Skills Practice - Self Care

Peer Education and Skills Practice Meeting- Overdose Response and Naloxone Training

Provincial Violence Prevention Training

Peer Education and Skills Practice– Boundaries pt 2

Peer Education and Skill Building – Self-Advocacy and Empowerment

Healthcare Planning and Initiatives Advisory Groups

Come as you are-New Penticton service

Pediatric Least Restraint Policy

Alcohol Use Disorder in Emergency Departments- part 1, 2 & 3

Alcohol Use Disorder in Emergency Departments Draft Evaluation Review

Peer Education and Training Pathway

Timeline

Tenant Support Worker

Ask Wellness Society
04.2023 - Current

Support Worker

The Bridge
06.2022 - Current

Outreach Support Worker

Penticton Overdose Prevention Society
11.2021 - Current

Peer Support Worker

Interior Health
05.2021 - Current

OFA 3 Medic

ProMed
02.2009 - 06.2020

Associate of Arts - Digital Arts And New Media

Selkirk College

Hospitality Management

Okanagan College

High School Diploma -

Athol Murray College of Notre Dame


Peer Education and Skills Practice - Inclusive Language and Queer Literacy

Peer Education and Skills Practice - Boundaries part 1

Peer Education and Skills Practice - Self Care

Peer Education and Skills Practice Meeting- Overdose Response and Naloxone Training

Provincial Violence Prevention Training

Peer Education and Skills Practice– Boundaries pt 2

Peer Education and Skill Building – Self-Advocacy and Empowerment

Healthcare Planning and Initiatives Advisory Groups

Come as you are-New Penticton service

Pediatric Least Restraint Policy

Alcohol Use Disorder in Emergency Departments- part 1, 2 & 3

Alcohol Use Disorder in Emergency Departments Draft Evaluation Review

Peer Education and Training Pathway

Jessica Shaw