LAUREN PAPUSCHAK
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Presently, enrolled in the Practical Nurse program at Norquest College have completed 145 hours of continuing care practicum. Organized, dependable and successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
INTERVENTION DISABILTIY COORDINATER
Alberta School Employee Plan
Edmonton, AB
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed caseload of up to eighty individuals whom I guided through the first 90 days of their disability claim and liaised with school jurisdictions regarding member readiness to return to work
- Assessed claim application for eligibility to the program
- Effectively communicated with member difficult or adverse decisions
- Spoke with members who were dealing with health concerns and made goals to address said health concerns
- Regularly requested information from health care professionals, school board, and covered member, regarding gradual back to work plan
- Linked covered members to appropriate community resources to ensure they are aware of their benefit coverage
- Monitored success of the modified/gradual return to work and make adjustments as needed
SUCCESS COACH
MARY BUTTERWORTH SCHOOL, The Family Centre
Edmonton, AB
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Maintained caseload of students with whom I provided intentional therapeutic work to address complex issues such as: family violence, sexual violence, self-harm, and relational aggression
- Maintained objective documentation of meetings with students, families, and stakeholders
- Practiced within the Resiliency Framework to determine what best works for the student
- Made professional, competent and autonomous decisions with students as a member of the multidisciplinary team
- Worked within a trauma-informed, strength-based framework
- Administered Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE) questionnaires to determine starting point for counseling
- Administered suicide risk assessments and creating safety plans
- Delivered group programs with multidisciplinary team members
- Work as part of an interdisciplinary team including school staff and Child and Family Services (CFS)
- Acted as a resource to other multidisciplinary team members, healthcare institutions, and community agencies or programs
YOUTH LIAISON
The Family Centre
Edmonton, AB
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assisted transforming the ecology in Northeast Edmonton by working with youth to increase the probability of positive change within their lives and the lives of their families
- Helped to mobilize youth and community organizations to be active agents in sustainable, positive community change
- Assisted in the planning and launch of Youth Connect 2015
- Collaborated with various stakeholders to develop strength-based responses informed by best practices
- Advocated for the best interests of the youth in the community
- Represented The Family Centre on Sexual Exploitation Worker’s Group (SEWG) Board
- Educated the hospitality industry in Edmonton on the signs of human trafficking
- Worked as part of an interdisciplinary team, including representatives from The Family Centre, the Edmonton Police Service (EPS), and the City of Edmonton
- Used research-based analysis in conjunction with community and youth perspectives to solve problems
- Delivered presentations to stakeholders regarding potential community projects
RSAP
RAPID SITE ACCESS PROGRAM, Homewood Health
Edmonton, AB
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Provided case management for members who violated the alcohol and drug work rule of the Canadian Model for Providing a Safe Workplace (Canadian Model) on client company worksites
- Maintained a case load of up to 140 clients
- Advocated on behalf of client recovery and care
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and healthcare professionals invested in their recovery
- Maintained written documentation of client cases
- Actively collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure the appropriate plan for recovery
Education
Diploma - Practical Nurse
NorQuest College
Edmonton, AB06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Athabasca University
Edmonton, AB2014
Skills
- Effective communication skills, including active listening with a high level of self-awareness, empathy and sensitivity to others
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Cultural awareness and the ability to approach different racial, socio-economic and ethnic communities with respect and openness
- Strong interdisciplinary teamwork
- Sound judgement and good business acumen
- Adherence to trauma-informed care best practices
- Connecting individuals to appropriate community resources
Timeline
INTERVENTION DISABILTIY COORDINATER
Alberta School Employee Plan
01.2019 - 01.2020
SUCCESS COACH
MARY BUTTERWORTH SCHOOL, The Family Centre
01.2016 - 01.2019
YOUTH LIAISON
The Family Centre
01.2015 - 01.2016
RSAP
RAPID SITE ACCESS PROGRAM, Homewood Health
01.2014 - 01.2015
Diploma - Practical Nurse
NorQuest College
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Athabasca University
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