Kelly Sokoloski
Thunder Bay,Canada
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker with a strong background in individual and group counseling. Skilled in creating effective treatment plans informed by direct interactions, thorough assessments, and detailed record evaluations. Committed to achieving meaningful change by enhancing clients' skills and establishing strong therapeutic alliances
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Addictions Counsellor- Youth Services
St Joseph's Care Group
Thunder Bay, Canada
01.2023 - Current
- Maintain detailed case notes documenting client interactions, assessments and interventions implemented during counseling sessions.
- Implement various theoretical approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Systems Theory, and Strength Based Approach.
- Complete client psychosocial and individualized treatment plan within required time frame.
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to address substance abuse issues.
- Refer clients to appropriate support services such as housing assistance, job training programs, and legal aid.
- Determine client suitability for program services based on direct observations and conferences with fellow professionals.
Addiction Worker
St. Josephs Care Group
Thunder Bay, Canada
11.2019 - 01.2023
- Provide empathy and support to clients struggling with addictions.
- Administer medications.
- Facilitate programming.
- Attend clinical, shift change, business meetings, and community care review (CCR) meetings.
- Assist in daily routines such as food handling, facilitating groups, discharge and admission processing.
Community Justice Worker
John Howard Society of Thunder Bay and District
Thunder Bay, Canada
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Case management for clients with high mental health needs.
- Provided case management services including linking clients to necessary social services or community supports.
- Facilitated psychoeducation groups on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and relapse prevention.
Residential Support Worker
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Provided support that met the physical, emotional, and mental needs of individuals involved within the criminal justice system.
- Developed a therapeutic relationship with clients and offered them unconditional and positive regard.
- Crisis intervention skills.
Youth Worker
Creighton Youth Services
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Direct care and supervision of youth placed in custody facilities.
- Awareness of youth criminal justice act.
- Plan and participate with clients in social, recreational, and vocational activities.
Education
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Windsor
Windsor, None05-2026
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -
LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY
05.2023
NATIVE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES -
CONFEDERATION COLLEGE
06.2019
TRAVEL AND TOURISM -
CONFEDERATION COLLEGE
06.2008
Skills
- Individual Counseling
- Clinical assessment
- Referral Coordination
- Cultural Competence
- Conflict Resolution
- Ethical Decision Making
- Client Empowered
- Crisis Intervention
- Critical Thinking
- Group facilitation
- Clinical documentation
Volunteer Experience
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation, 01/01/15, Current, Volunteer for Luncheon of Hope annual event., Volunteer for Motorcycle Ride for Dad annual event., Sell tickets for 50/50 draw for the Northern Cardiac Fund.
Awards Certificates
- Academic Award of Excellence, Confederation College, Native Child and Family Services Program graduating class of 2019
- St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid- Level C CPR, 2022
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, 2023
- Mental Health First Aid Certificate, 2023
- ASIST Suicide Prevention Certificate, 2019
- De Escalating Potentially Violent Situations, 2019
- Suicide Awareness Training Certificate, 2019
- Safe Talk, 2018
- Smart Serve, 2017
- Safe Food Handling, 2022
- G driver's license, 2003
Timeline
Addictions Counsellor- Youth Services
St Joseph's Care Group
01.2023 - Current
Addiction Worker
St. Josephs Care Group
11.2019 - 01.2023
Community Justice Worker
John Howard Society of Thunder Bay and District
10.2018 - 11.2019
Residential Support Worker
04.2018 - 10.2018
Youth Worker
Creighton Youth Services
04.2018 - 09.2018
Master of Social Work - Social Work
University of Windsor
BACHELOR OF SOCIAL WORK -
LAKEHEAD UNIVERSITY
NATIVE CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES -
CONFEDERATION COLLEGE
TRAVEL AND TOURISM -
CONFEDERATION COLLEGE
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