Community Health Worker
Vancouver Island Health Authority
07.2019 - 10.2022
- Worked in Chemainus Healthcare Center's community bathing program
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in community health work
- Built trust within diverse communities through cultural competency training, empathetic communication skills, and active listening techniques.
- Provided crisis intervention and supportive counseling services to assist clients facing issues and problems.
- Addressed patient concerns and provided support to vulnerable demographics.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care coordination for patients transitioning between settings.
- Assisted residents in facility, and community clients with complex care challenges