Kristin Ethier

Accomplished Privacy Officer specializing in comprehensive privacy program implementation and management. Demonstrated expertise in formulating privacy policies, performing risk assessments, and managing data breach responses. Strong understanding of provincial privacy regulations supports organizational compliance and data protection strategies. Notable for high productivity in regulatory tasks and proficiency in risk management and auditing. With a previous career in social work and addiction counselling, maintaining a specialized skill set in situational assessments, conflict resolution, and effective communication has supported the Patient Relations portfolio of my current role.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients in behavioral crisis and difficult situations.
• Demonstrated ability in completing assessments, including treatment assessments such as PHQ9, Global Appraisal of Individual Needs (GAINS) etc.
• Ability to perform a variety of clerical, administrative and research oriented tasks.
• Ability to provide educational groups and instruction - ASIST Certified Trainer.
• Ability to independently identify issues, plan improvements, measure success and continue improvement.
• Excellent computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office software (e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook) and patient information systems including Meditech and PS Suites.
• Bilingual interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage routine correspondence, multiple tasks/projects, diversified workload and rapidly changing priorities and challenging deadlines.
• Discretion and privacy when handling confidential information.
• Commitment to the safety of co-workers and patients.

• PHQ9 - GAINS Global Appraisal of Individual Needs
• San'yas Cultural Competency
• ASIST Certified Trainer