Khristian Yglesias
Warminster,ON
Summary
Social service worker new to the field, with experience using case-noting software & following a personalized plan of care. Offering knowledge of how to operate as a member of a case management team, as well as an eagerness to learn new methods of support and personalized care. Familiar with forming collaborative bonds with both other team members & program participants while building strategic partnerships & providing advocacy when needed.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child & Youth Support Worker
Kushions Barrie
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Provide guidance and support to children and youth in various settings, such as schools, community centres, or residential facilities
- Develop and implement educational programs and activities to engage and inspire youth
- Assist & counsel children & adolescents with overcoming challenges they may face in their life
- Work collaboratively with other child & youth workers to improve the physical, intellectual, & social wellbeing of the residents.
- Empowered youth by fostering a sense of self-worth and confidence, ultimately equipping them for future success.
Family Support Worker
Good Shepherd Family Center
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided one to one support to families within case group
- Facilitated the access of services, supports, & benefits for clients
- Assess the eligibility of candidates looking to stay at shelter using an emergency assessment tool
- Assist & counsel children & adolescents with overcoming challenges they may face in their personal life.
Retirement Home Server
Pearl and Pine Retirement Home
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Take the orders of residents
- Quickly, politely, and effectively respond to any needs residents may have during dinner
- Ensure that resident meals are prepared to their liking
- Assisted residents with any dietary needs or special accommodations.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
Dietary Aide
The Wellington Retirement Home
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared and served food to residents of retirement home
- Cleaned and operated dish washer after dinner service
- Ensured that each resident received their proper meal
- Kept stock of certain food items and temperatures within the kitchen.
- Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
Research Assistant
GIPA Homefire
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Assist in the development of abstracts for research papers
- Edit and critique rough drafts of research papers before publication
- Arrange and coordinate team meetings through the zoom platform
- Provide research support to those with a heavy workload.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.
On Your Way Marine Laborer (Seasonal)
On Your Way
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Stocked items in parts room
- Ensured all items in parts room were logged and accounted for
- Detailed / Cleaned boats for customers
- Kept the marina grounds neat and tidy.
Lumber, Paint, and Hardware Associate
Home Depot
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Prepared and aided in home projects using extensive knowledge of materials
- Operated intricate machinery such as panel saw, key cutter, and paint making machine
- Used exceptional customer service in order to satisfy the needs of shoppers
- Ensured that the departments listed above were kept clean and presentable for customers.
Salad Maker/ Prep Person
Chopped leaf
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Prepared salads and other food products
- Made the orders of customers (sandwiches, salads, soups)
- Helped to clean the kitchen as well as the back of the store area in order to maintain proper sanitation etiquette
- Prepared ingredients in the kitchen and assured that no resource was running low.
Team Member
McDonald's
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Responsible for cooking maintain food safety within the restaurant
- Also performed tasks that included sweeping the lot, keeping the lobby clean, and assisting customers in need.
Team Member
Tim Horton's
09.2016 - 07.2017
- Greet customers and take orders
- Prepare food and coffee orders
- Take payment and provide accurate change
- Take orders at the drive through
- During slow periods, assist with restaurant cleaning duties.
General Laborer
Midas Orillia
09.2013 - 05.2016
- Sweep shop thoroughly on weekends to ensure shop cleanliness for the beginning of the week
- Assure that waste is disposed in the correct location
- Clean, cut and maintain lawn around the shops common areas
- Assist license technician with disposal of vehicle supplies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mental Illness and Addiction
Mcmaster University
Hamilton, ON11.2023
High School Diploma -
Patrick Fogarty Secondary School
Orillia, ON07.2019
Skills
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Conflict de-escalation
- Creativity and Innovation
- Positive Reinforcement
- Substance abuse awareness
Volunteer Experience
- Program Assistant, Retirement Home, Assisted in the facilitation of home lead programs.
- Terry Fox Run, October 2016, Directed runners to the appropriate route of the run.
- Orillia Cross Country Race, October 2016, Directed and encouraged runners throughout the competition.
References
References available upon request
Extracurricular Activities
Orillia Channel Cats 2008 - 2019 Mariposa Wrestling 2014 - 2018 Soccer Referee Course April 2016 Bronze Medallion Life Guard Training Level 1 2015 First Aid / CPR C Certification 2021 Ontario Food Handler Safety Certification 2021 CannSell Certification 2021
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Certification
- Ontario Food Handler's safety, Training - 2021
- First Aid / CPR C Training - 2021
Timeline
Child & Youth Support Worker
Kushions Barrie
04.2024 - 08.2024
Family Support Worker
Good Shepherd Family Center
07.2023 - 05.2024
Retirement Home Server
Pearl and Pine Retirement Home
05.2022 - 06.2023
Research Assistant
GIPA Homefire
12.2021 - 03.2022
Dietary Aide
The Wellington Retirement Home
11.2021 - 05.2022
Lumber, Paint, and Hardware Associate
Home Depot
06.2020 - 07.2021
On Your Way Marine Laborer (Seasonal)
On Your Way
03.2020 - 09.2021
Salad Maker/ Prep Person
Chopped leaf
11.2019 - 05.2020
Team Member
McDonald's
09.2018 - 09.2019
Team Member
Tim Horton's
09.2016 - 07.2017
General Laborer
Midas Orillia
09.2013 - 05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Mental Illness and Addiction
Mcmaster University
High School Diploma -
Patrick Fogarty Secondary School
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