Kristopher Schmuland
White Rock,BC
Summary
- Over 15 years of management experience.
- 16 years experience advocating/counseling for marginalized in seniors
- 8 years US work experience, over 20 years Canadian work experience
- Knowledge of different modalities for treatment of Mental Health and Addictions issues. CBT, Interpersonal Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Supportive Therapy
- Ability to understand and research case law as it pertains to the individuals and company needs
- Worked with most organizations that dealt with counseling and recovery programs to assist clients moving forward
- Provided mediation and conflict resolution skills as well individual and/or group sessions to de-escalate conflict
- A creative and resourceful professional. Quickly mastering new skills and processing added information. Diplomatic and gracious with diverse populations and a desire to deliver exceptional services. To participate in supportive and constructive role allowing me and an organization to take full advantage of my skill set.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director/Founder/Advocate
The Mary Rose Schmuland Foundation
White Rock, BC
01.2018 - Current
- Started the foundation to serve marginalized senior, elderly veterans and single mothers with small children
- Heading the design, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, marketing material and services, including building and updating company website
- Increased credibility and client awareness by developing marketing presentations, in class training and public relations campaigns.
- Achievements - Assured our organization, it's mission and programs are presented to 10 - 12 various government and community organizations, to highlight a strong positive image to the community to increase funding by 30% - 40% through various approaches
- Achievements - Liaised with over 40 community and government agencies, over the 5 years, to address issues and implement solutions
Manager
Turning Point Recovery Society
Vancouver, BC
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Managed daily of operations of an addiction and mental health facility
- Supported community outreach initiatives by partnering with local organizations.
- Conducts program screening, reviews, referrals and matches clients to the appropriate level of care
- Provides training for counseling staff in the development of client individual service and treatment plans, transition, discharge and aftercare plans. Ensures counseling staff are trained and meet core competencies for substance use counselors
- Achievements - Ensure appropriate therapeutic interventions and referrals are made and that resources are available to assist over 100 clients
- Achievements - Provides supervision, training and support to 4 counselors, 20 support workers and 6 volunteers.
Clinical Support Worker
Phoenix Society
Surrey, BC
08.2019 - 05.2022
- Sound knowledge of addiction and mental health issues, Concurrent Disorders, how to navigate through the resources that can help achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
- Understanding of the Mental Health Act, Poverty Reduction Act, Residential Tenancy Act and the Public Guardian and trustee Act
- Assisted new clients, develop treatment plans in consultation with primary treatment providers to deal with mental health and substance abuse issues and medication administration
- Achievements - Adhered to the 50 industry best practices, safety protocols and company policies.
- Achievements - Collected, transferred and entered clinical, administrative information for accurate charting, for over 100 clients
Startup Founder
ADSAAC
Lower Mainland, Vancouver, BC
01.2013 - 02.2017
- 16 years' experience of advocacy for individuals, living with Alzheimer's, strokes, and mental Health issues.
- Dealt with the complexities, richness, gaps, and confusion within our health services sector for seniors and their families as well as single mothers. To adjust to lifestyle changes
- Conducted extensive research of Alzheimer’s, Stroke, senior's advocacy, and the law as it relates to senior's advocacy/care.
- Communicated with industry partners to build valuable relationships and achieve operational targets.
- Achievements - Maintained up-to-date knowledge of the dozens of statutory requirements and regulations.
- Achievements - Asked to act on behalf of over 12 families for better treatment of their family members/seniors living in care facilities
Research Assistant
Pharmaceutical
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
- Review participants Journal entries
- Analyzed statistics and data
- Interview participants, weekly
- Wrote reports on participants reactions and affects, during clinic trials.
Education
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
Open University, UK,
In Progress Online, Part Time2025
Diploma - Forensic Psychology
Udemy Online
Online2021
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Practitioner Diploma -
Udemy Online
Online01.2020
Psychology of Older Age/Gerontology Certificate -
Udemy Online
Online01.2019
Diploma - Criminal Psychology Diploma
Udemy Online
Udemy2019
Mental Health First Aid -
Saint Johns Ambulance
Surrey, BC2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Behavioral Sciences
SFU
Burnaby, BC05.1982
Skills
- Supervision & Team Building skills
- Project Management skills
- Time Management skills
- Negotiation and Diplomatic skills
- Conflict Intervention and Resolution skills
- Coaching & Group Facilitation skills
- Crisis De-escalation skills
- Counseling & mediation skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Life-long learner
- People Skills
- Case Management
- Intercultural communication skills
- Business Development and Planning
- Team Leadership
- Talent Acquisition
- Policy and Procedure Development
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Performance Assessment
- Client Engagement
- Department Development
- Operations Start-Up
- Executive Leadership
- Leadership and People Development
- Departmental Coordination
- Manage Programs
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Corporate Communications
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Client Representation
- Results Orientation
- Business Administration
- Attention to Quality
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Company CultureWork-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsPaid sick leaveTimeline
Manager
Turning Point Recovery Society
12.2021 - 07.2022
Clinical Support Worker
Phoenix Society
08.2019 - 05.2022
Director/Founder/Advocate
The Mary Rose Schmuland Foundation
01.2018 - Current
Startup Founder
ADSAAC
01.2013 - 02.2017
Research Assistant
Pharmaceutical
Master of Science - Forensic Psychology
Open University, UK,
Diploma - Forensic Psychology
Udemy Online
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Practitioner Diploma -
Udemy Online
Psychology of Older Age/Gerontology Certificate -
Udemy Online
Diploma - Criminal Psychology Diploma
Udemy Online
Mental Health First Aid -
Saint Johns Ambulance
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Behavioral Sciences
SFU
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