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Education
Skills
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Certification
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Kasey Gallagher

Hamilton,ON

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Immediately

Desired Job Title

Grief CounselorYouth Shelter Support WorkerCustomer Service RepresentativeAddiction Counselor

Work Type

Full TimePart Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Hamilton, ON, CAHamilton, ONBurlington, ON
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

16/hr - 1000/hr

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Social Service Worker with a Bachelor’s Degree in Addictions and Mental Health, offering a unique blend of learned and lived experience in supporting individuals facing substance use, exploitation, discrimination, and the complex intersections of trauma, mental health, and systemic barriers. Committed to delivering client-centered, trauma-informed care that empowers individuals on their journey to recovery and overall well-being. Expertise includes assisting survivors of human trafficking, sexual exploitation, and substance dependence, as well as those navigating complex trauma and mental health challenges. Passionate about harm reduction, advocacy, and fostering safe, judgment-free environments where individuals can access essential resources and support for healing and rebuilding their lives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Grief Counselor

The Centre for Grief and Healing
Mississauga, ON
01.2024 - 08.2025
  • Provided compassionate counseling to individuals experiencing loss and navigating grief.
  • Facilitated support groups, creating safe spaces for shared experiences and healing.
  • Conducted assessments to identify clients' needs and formulate personalized support plans.

Youth Shelter Support Worker

Covenant House
Toronto, ON
01.2022 - 05.2023
  • Provided emotional support and crisis counseling to youth facing trauma, abuse, and systemic barriers.
  • Assisted in the intake and assessment process, helping youth access appropriate shelter services and resources.
  • Supported youth in navigating the healthcare system, accompanying them to medical appointments and advocating for their needs.
  • Provided peer mentorship, offering guidance and encouragement from a lived-experience perspective.

Customer Service Representative

Measured Up
Oakville, ON
01.2017 - 03.2020
  • Built a positive rapport with realtor's, homeowners, Stagers, Movers etc.
  • Took care of employees' schedules and ensured there was no confusion or imperfections
  • Always made sure to present myself in a positive manner, always representing the company in a well-respected way
  • Gather customer feedback and communicate insights to relevant departments to contribute to continuous improvement.

Education

Social Service Worker

Sheridan College
Brampton, ON
04-2023

Bachelor of Social Science - Addiction And Mental Health

Humber College
Toronto
04-2025

High School Diploma - undefined

Blyth Academy
Mississauga
06-2013

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Strategic networking for referrals
  • Individualized therapeutic support
  • Human trafficking awareness
  • Mental health support
  • Relapse prevention strategies
  • Crisis intervention
  • Client intake assessments

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Naloxone Training Certification
  • Ontario Harm Reduction Network (OHRN)
  • Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB)
  • Hy 'N' Hancement Consulting Inc.
  • First Aid/CPR/AED
  • Red Cross, Toronto, ON
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Mental Health and Substance Use, Ontario, CAN

Timeline

Grief Counselor

The Centre for Grief and Healing
01.2024 - 08.2025

Youth Shelter Support Worker

Covenant House
01.2022 - 05.2023

Customer Service Representative

Measured Up
01.2017 - 03.2020

High School Diploma - undefined

Blyth Academy

Social Service Worker

Sheridan College

Bachelor of Social Science - Addiction And Mental Health

Humber College

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
  • Able to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check
  • References available upon request
Kasey Gallagher