Kelsey McLaren
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Compassionate Child Protection Worker highly productive in assessing situations and efficiently completing necessary interventions to ensure child safety. Skilled in case management, crisis intervention, and developing safety plans tailored to individual family needs. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring effective interaction with children, families, and professionals within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Wellness Coordinator
One Arrow 1st nations
One Arrow , SK
01.2025 - Current
- Developed communication materials to promote organization-wide wellness initiatives.
- Maintained client participation records for wellness activities and events.
- Organized workshops and seminars to encourage healthy lifestyle habits.
- Coordinated with vendors to secure essential resources for wellness programs.
Supervisor Child Protection
Saskatoon Tribal Council
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Facilitated team meetings to collaboratively address updates and operational improvements.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures to enhance understanding.
- Coordinated shift schedules, optimizing staff coverage and overall productivity.
- Assisted in resolving employee conflicts through effective mediation techniques.
- Monitored employee performance, providing constructive feedback and coaching.
- Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, and disciplinary actions.
- Guided subordinates on job duties and responsibilities for enhanced clarity.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline workflow processes across teams.
Child Protection Caseworker
Ministry of Social Services
Various Locations , SK AB BC
09.2005 - 08.2024
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of child safety and well-being.
- Developed and implemented individualized case management plans with families.
- Facilitated communication among children, families, and service providers to enhance coordination.
- Monitored case progress to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Coordinated services with community resources to support families effectively.
- Delivered crisis intervention and emotional support during emergencies.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to strategize case approaches.
- Investigated allegations of abuse by interviewing family members and conducting home visits.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops06-2005
Skills
- Workshop coordination
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Task prioritization
- Client participation tracking
Timeline
Wellness Coordinator
One Arrow 1st nations
01.2025 - Current
Supervisor Child Protection
Saskatoon Tribal Council
08.2024 - 01.2025
Child Protection Caseworker
Ministry of Social Services
09.2005 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Social Work
Thompson Rivers University
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