Kaylee Thompson
Calgary
Summary
Devoted professional proactively and quickly identifies best course of action for given scenarios. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized approach to work. Utilizes excellent communication and problem-solving skills to address and resolve issues efficiently. Knowledge of creating positive and supportive environment for both clients and team members. Knowledge of mental health systems, services and competent in using DSM V diagnosis's.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker and Support worker
Island Health
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Working closely with a multidisciplinary team, including healthcare providers, social workers, and family members to ensure appropriate and coordinated care tailored to each client's unique needs
- Evaluating clients needs, strengths, and preferences to develop personalized rehabilitation plans that promote recovery and community integration
- Facilitating individual and group activities aimed at enhancing daily living skills, social interactions, and vocational abilities, thereby empowering clients to manage their mental health effectively
- Implementing Psychosocial Rehabilitation to clients by educating emotional, cognitive and social skills to help clients live, learn and work in communities independently
- Providing ongoing emotional support, education about mental illness and recovery, and advocating for clients access to necessary resources
- Monitoring, assessing and reporting, in accordance with standard procedures or specific directions on the client's condition, skill development, behaviour, and reaction to medication
- Developing abilities to successfully employ aggressive behavior management techniques
- Arranging and escorting clients to off-site programs, appointments and planned events
- Includes preparing clients physically and emotionally and reviewing events with the client
- Successfully completed training in Medication Monitoring for Seven Oaks
Online Crisis and Emotional Support Volunteer
Youthspace
09.2022 - Current
- Providing emotional support to youth in distress via IM and SMS, by offering empathetic listening, appropriate support, confidentiality and utilizing training to assess and respond to crisis situations, including suicide prevention
- Comprehensive training in reflective listening, crisis theory and trauma informed approaches to suicide prevention
- Successfully completed Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
Circles Volunteer
Circles South East
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Participating in 'Circles of Support and Accountability,' where volunteers collaborate in small groups to support and monitor a 'Core Member' — an individual who has committed a sexual offence and is reintegrating into the community
- Participating in weekly meetings to assist with relapse prevention, confidence building, community integration, and employment
Mentor
Big Brothers and Big Sisters
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Providing consistent support, guidance, and friendship to children (mentees) and helping them navigate challenges and make positive life choices
- Committing to one-to-one weekly meetings, and engaging in activities that build trust and rapport
- These interactions can include recreational outings, educational pursuits or simply spending quality time together
- Serving as a positive role model, by demonstrating behaviours and attitudes that promote self-esteem and healthy relationships
- Offering applicable resources if there is cause of concern
- Successfully completed orientation and the Pre-Match Training Program for Big Brothers and Big Sisters
Mental Health Visiting and Activity Program
Island Health
01.2020 - 09.2023
- Supporting individuals facing mental health challenges by providing companionship, therapeutic activities and assisting with daily living tasks
- Collaborating with mental health professionals to ensure comprehensive care and adherence to treatment plans
- Participating in weekly meetings to offer emotional support and social interaction to those who may be isolated or in need of a listening ear
- Developing a deeper understanding of mental illness and supporting one’s recovery goals
- Conducting self in a positive, courteous and constructive manner
- Successfully completed orientation in Pre-Match Training Program for Island Health
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
University of Winchester
09.2024
Bachelor of Arts with Distinction - Psychology
University of Victoria
04.2022
President -
Psychology Club | Camosun College
04.2020
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Self-care strategies
- Empathy display
- Boundary setting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Certification
Standard First Aid with CPR-C-AED, 06/01/22
Other
Valid Class 5 driver’s license (no demerit points) with ten years of driving experience.
Timeline
Circles Volunteer
Circles South East
09.2023 - 12.2024
Online Crisis and Emotional Support Volunteer
Youthspace
09.2022 - Current
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Worker and Support worker
Island Health
06.2022 - 09.2023
Mentor
Big Brothers and Big Sisters
01.2021 - 09.2023
Mental Health Visiting and Activity Program
Island Health
01.2020 - 09.2023
President -
Psychology Club | Camosun College
Standard First Aid with CPR-C-AED, 06/01/22
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
University of Winchester
Bachelor of Arts with Distinction - Psychology
University of Victoria
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