Julia O’Reilly
Wabush
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with experience supporting individuals and families in diverse and complex situations. Experienced in risk assessment, crisis intervention and service coordination, ensuring timely and appropriate support. Skilled in developing and implementing personalized support plans that address the unique needs of service users while maintaining accurate documentation and upholding professional standards. Effective team player who thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, demonstrating strong problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership abilities. Dedicated to advocating for and empowering service users across diverse populations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Work Intern
NL Health Services - Mental Health and Addictions
2025.01 - Current
- Conduct client assessments and provide walk-in counseling sessions, assisting individuals with immediate mental health and addiction concerns.
- Gained hands-on experience in harm reduction, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed practice, supporting individuals with complex mental health and substance use challenges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop care plans.
- Supported case management by documenting client sessions, maintaining confidential records, and ensuring adherence to ethical and professional standards.
- Provided psychoeducation, coping strategies, and connected clients to other valuable resources, empowering clients to make informed decisions to maintain their well-being.
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2024.05 - 2024.08
- Summer student in site general services carpenter shop, painter of different materials.
Social Work Intern
Child, Seniors, and Social Development
2023.09 - 2023.12
- Assisted in child safety assessments, case planning, and risk assessments.
- Conducted home visits and client interviews to assess family dynamics, strengths, and areas of concern.
- Attended and contribute to case conferences, team meetings, and interdisciplinary collaborations with law enforcement.
- Gained experience in trauma-informed practice, harm reduction, and advocacy, ensuring the best interests of the child remained top priority.
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2023.05 - 2023.08
- Summer student in site general services carpenter shop, painter of different materials.
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2022.05 - 2022.08
- Summer student in site general services carpenter shop, painter of different materials.
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2021.05 - 2021.08
- Summer student at site general services, janitorial work.
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2020.05 - 2020.08
- Summer student haulage truck driver.
Summer Program Worker
Town of Labrador City
2019.06 - 2019.08
- Summer program worker in charge of planning, leading and organizing games for children of different ages and also helping out with special events for the town
Summer Program Worker
Town of Labrador City
2018.06 - 2018.08
- Summer program worker in charge of planning, leading and organizing games for children of different ages and also helping out with special events for the town
Guest Service Experience Leader
McDonald’s
2016.07 - 2016.12
- Guest service experience leader, taking orders and using cash
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, NL2025-05
High School Diploma -
Menihek High School
Labrador City, NL2018-06
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Individual counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health support
- Case management
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Conducting home visits
- Strengths-based approach
- Active listening and empathy
- Well-developed written and oral communication
- Concise documentation
Certification
ASIST Training
First Aid Training
Naloxone Training
CRMS Training
Harm Reduction and Addiction: Everyone has a Role
Timeline
Social Work Intern
NL Health Services - Mental Health and Addictions
2025.01 - Current
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2024.05 - 2024.08
Social Work Intern
Child, Seniors, and Social Development
2023.09 - 2023.12
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2023.05 - 2023.08
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2022.05 - 2022.08
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2021.05 - 2021.08
Summer Student
Rio Tinto IOC
2020.05 - 2020.08
Summer Program Worker
Town of Labrador City
2019.06 - 2019.08
Summer Program Worker
Town of Labrador City
2018.06 - 2018.08
Guest Service Experience Leader
McDonald’s
2016.07 - 2016.12
Bachelor of Social Work -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
High School Diploma -
Menihek High School