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Krista McCabe

Glace Bay

Summary

With 15 years of experience as a registered social service worker, I have dedicated myself to supporting individuals affected by mental health and addictions. My expertise spans both community-based and clinical settings within the expansive healthcare system. Throughout my career, I successfully managed clinical case management for clients diagnosed with schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, often dealing with concurrent and treatment-resistant conditions. Additionally, I excelled in facilitating and managing an award-winning psycho-social recreation program, as well as providing residential counseling in supported housing and crisis beds environments. I am a strong advocate for recovery promotion, peer support, and stigma reduction. Demonstrating compassion and integrity, I hold a deep respect for the clients I support. As a leader, I create a positive and motivating work environment. Having recently relocated to Nova Scotia, I am eager to contribute to the local mental health and addictions community.

Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.

Talented Case Manager adept at handling high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Operates in high-pressure environments while recommending best resources and courses of action to benefit patient needs and return each to optimal quality of life.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ACTT CLINICAL CASEMANAGER

LAKERIDGE HEALTH HOSPITAL CORP.
03.2020 - Current
  • As an Outpatient Clinician on the Lakeridge Health Assertive Community Treatment Team, my key responsibilities include: Mental Health Crisis Intervention, Assessing Risk for Violence and Suicide Ideation, Mental Health Status Evaluation, assisting with financial and housing support, liaise with family and client support systems, advocate for clients with health professionals and community agencies, provide education on mental health and addictions treatments, medication management, assisting clients in making informed life decisions, provide life skills training, implementing opportunities for Social Connectivity
  • Importance in this role has been developing flexible, client centered support for a multitude of complex requirements of daily living with Mental Health and Addictions related concerns

Peer Support Specialist

Lakeridge Health
08.2015 - 03.2020
  • Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
  • Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed to promote continued growth and success.
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and provided support during their journey towards achieving them.
  • Empowered clients by teaching effective problem-solving skills that they can apply in real-life situations.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.

RESIDENTIAL COUNSELLOR

DURHAM MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
12.2011 - 08.2015
  • As a Residential Counsellor, I was responsible for supporting clients with day to day living needs, including teaching life skills, preparing meals, medication monitoring, symptom management, crisis intervention and advocacy on client’s behalf with outside community agencies
  • It was part of my role to transport client to appointments and support them through the process
  • Success in this role would be to guide clients in navigating their Mental Health and Addictions barriers to gain the skills for independent living

Education

Diploma - Social Service Worker

DURHAM COLLAGE
OSHAWA, ONTARIO

Skills

  • Clear and concise communicator both verbally and in documentation
  • Assertive advocate for client rights
  • Excellent at work load balance
  • Inventive and imaginative with projects
  • Strong advocate for inclusivity
  • Group facilitation
  • Program management
  • Eager to learn new skills
  • Strong desire to support clients
  • Kind and compassionate
  • Quick thinking problem solver
  • Supportive
  • Intake Assessment
  • Student Management
  • Project Management

Certification

  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • CPR- AED level C
  • Naloxone Administration
  • WHIMIS
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Assessment and Management of Suicide Risk
  • Workplace Violence and Harassment
  • Food Safety Handling
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Understanding Stigma
  • Working with Diverse Populations
  • Wellness Recovery and Action Plan Facilitator Certification

Timeline

ACTT CLINICAL CASEMANAGER

LAKERIDGE HEALTH HOSPITAL CORP.
03.2020 - Current

Peer Support Specialist

Lakeridge Health
08.2015 - 03.2020

RESIDENTIAL COUNSELLOR

DURHAM MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
12.2011 - 08.2015
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • CPR- AED level C
  • Naloxone Administration
  • WHIMIS
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Assessment and Management of Suicide Risk
  • Workplace Violence and Harassment
  • Food Safety Handling
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Understanding Stigma
  • Working with Diverse Populations
  • Wellness Recovery and Action Plan Facilitator Certification

Diploma - Social Service Worker

DURHAM COLLAGE
Krista McCabe