JULIAN KAMYA
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Mental health professional with 15 years in acute inpatient and community care, specializing in crisis intervention and recovery-oriented practices. Expertise in conducting risk assessments, advocating for patient needs, and coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams. Strong commitment to mentoring future professionals and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Nursing- Acute Care
Peter Lougheed Centre
Calgary, Canada
01.2022 - 01.2026
- Completed ongoing mental health and risk assessments for patients experiencing acute psychiatric concerns.
- Provided crisis intervention and stabilization for individuals presenting with mood disorders, anxiety, psychosis, trauma, substance use concerns, personality disorders, and behavioral dysregulation.
- Provided care to adolescents experiencing mental health crises and behavioral concerns within an acute setting, FMC Unit 26.
- Triaged and prioritized patient needs while collaborating closely with psychiatrists, social workers, physicians, occupational therapists, and community providers.
- Coordinated referrals and community follow-up services to ensure continuity of care, including outpatient day hospital, counseling, addiction services, housing, financial support, transportation, and community mental health resources.
- Facilitated therapeutic and psychoeducational groups to enhance coping skills, emotional regulation, communication, stress management, relapse prevention, and recovery.
- Supported individuals in Eating Disorders Program, Unit 23, through meal support, monitoring, psychoeducation, and active therapeutic engagement.
- Supported patients in a forensic mental health setting at SAFPC by providing therapeutic interventions and maintaining a safe environment.
Acute Mental Health Care
Peter Lougheed Centre, FMC, South Alberta Forensic Psychiatric Centre
Calgary, Canada
01.2012 - 01.2026
- Responded to psychiatric emergencies and high-acuity situations, de-escalating crises and implementing safety protocols for patients at risk of self-harm or harm to others.
- Conducted intake assessments, ongoing mental status evaluations, and risk assessments, monitoring changes in mood, cognition, behavior, and physical health.
- Administered psychotropic and prescribed medications, monitored side effects, and supported behavioral management and individualized care plans.
- Delivered therapeutic interventions, including brief therapy, psychoeducation, and skills groups that enhanced coping strategies, emotional regulation, and relapse prevention.
- Implemented trauma-informed and strengths-based, person-centred strategies to encourage patient autonomy, supporting stabilization and reintegration into the community.
- Collaborated with psychiatrists, social workers, occupational therapists, psychologists, and case managers to coordinate care, discharge planning, and community follow-up, including housing, outpatient therapy, and addiction programs.
- Provided education, psychoeducation, and guidance to families and caregivers, fostering patient well-being and ensuring continuity of care.
- Maintained accurate documentation in hospital records and electronic health systems while ensuring compliance with the Mental Health Act, Protection of Persons in Care Act, and FOIP.
- Mentored and oriented students, supporting clinical skill development, therapeutic communication, and patient safety.
Educator/ Instructor Anatomy & Physiology
ABM College
Calgary, Canada
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Instructed students in topics including communication and documentation, chronic illness, palliative care, medication assistance, mental health, dementia care, and person-centred practice.
- Developed and delivered lesson plans, lectures, demonstrations, and skills labs aligned with the Alberta Provincial Health Care Aide curriculum.
- Demonstrated and evaluated safe performance of clinical skills, including transfers, lifts, personal care, vital signs, infection prevention, feeding assistance, and documentation.
- Collaborated with faculty and practicum sites to align student learning objectives with employment requirements in health care settings.
- Coordinated student practicum placements across long-term care, home care, acute care, and community settings, ensuring diverse practical experience.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress, grades, and clinical competencies in accordance with college and provincial standards.
- Provided targeted remediation and individualized support to enhance student understanding of course content and clinical performance.
- Promoted safe, ethical, and respectful care practices and reinforced professional standards, confidentiality, and workplace expectations.
Community Care
CBI Home Health
Calgary, Canada
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans in collaboration with clients, families, and the RN Case Manager.
- Completed comprehensive client assessments, monitored changes in physical and mental health status, and reported concerns to the interdisciplinary team.
- Identified home safety risks and implemented strategies that enhanced client independence and minimized injury risk.
- Performed wound care, vital signs, medication administration, infection control, and other nursing interventions within my scope of practice.
- Documented client care and incidents promptly and accurately, ensuring compliance with agency and regulatory standards.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Ontario, Canada01-2026
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma -
Lethbridge College
Lethbridge, AB, Canada01-2011
Master of Science - Managing Quality & Service Improvement in Healthcare
University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England01-2006
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Management & Administration
Brunel University
Uxbridge, Middlesex, England01-2004
Skills
- Suicide risk assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Mental health stabilization
- Conducting clinical interviews
- Mental status examinations
- Patient assessments
- Symptom management
- Discharge planning
- Care plan development
- Facilitating therapeutic groups
- Delivering psychoeducation
- Community resource connection
- Addiction advocacy
- Utilizing Connect Care
- Utilizing SCM
- Accurate documentation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Therapeutic relationship building
Core Professional Skills
- Identifying, assessing, and responding to suicide risk, self-harm, and safety concerns.
- Coordinate crisis intervention and stabilization for patients/clients experiencing acute mental health concerns.
- Conducting comprehensive clinical interviews, mental status examinations, and ongoing patient assessments.
- Facilitating therapeutic groups and delivering psychoeducation focused on coping skills, recovery, and symptom management.
- Coordinating discharge planning and connecting patients with appropriate community resources and follow-up supports.
- Advocating for individuals experiencing addiction and mental health challenges and supporting access to services.
- Building strong therapeutic relationships through effective communication, empathy, and rapport.
- Collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centred care plans.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and efficiently utilizing Connect Care, SCM, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Part TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
RemoteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Mental Health Nursing- Acute Care
Peter Lougheed Centre
01.2022 - 01.2026
Educator/ Instructor Anatomy & Physiology
ABM College
01.2015 - 01.2017
Community Care
CBI Home Health
01.2013 - 01.2015
Acute Mental Health Care
Peter Lougheed Centre, FMC, South Alberta Forensic Psychiatric Centre
01.2012 - 01.2026
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Licensed Practical Nurse Diploma -
Lethbridge College
Master of Science - Managing Quality & Service Improvement in Healthcare
University of Birmingham
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Management & Administration
Brunel University