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Liam Walsh

Nanaimo,British Columbia

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated youth care worker, with 5 years of experience working directly with vulnerable and high needs youth, including those with disabilities and behavioural challenges.

I have gained extensive, front line experience through working for MCFD and WJS Canada, providing trauma-informed, person-centered care in residential and community settings.

Skilled in implementing positive behaviour support strategies, maintaining structured and supportive routines, and fostering emotional, social, and life skill development.

Experienced in crisis de-escalation, collaborative care planning, and effective communication with families and multi-disciplinary teams.

Committed to creating safe, empowering environments that support youth in building resilience and achieving personal growth.







Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

WJS Canada

Caregiver
02.2021 - 06.2025
  • Experience with encouraging independence, self growth and community integration with Trauma -Informed Care.
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Built strong, trust-based relationships with youth, resulting in increased self confidence, and improved self esteem.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create integrated care plans, improving overall client health outcomes.
  • Promoting life skill development through role modeling, maintaining clean and organized spaces, and teaching healthy, nutritious meal preparation to support overall well-being and promote a healthy lifestyle.
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for youth.
  • Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to enable improved behaviour.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Engaged with parents regularly regarding daily activities, positive developments and issues.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans, when necessary.




Vice Design

Welding Fabricator
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
  • Documented welding on specified work order.
  • Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
  • Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded parts together per specifications.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Employed mechanical presses, hand tools and heat guns to assemble and disassemble parts and products.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Mentored junior welders, sharing knowledge to enhance their skill sets and career development.
  • Strengthened client relationships by delivering consistent, high-quality workmanship on all projects.

Stone Masonry, General Labour

Ken Tocheniuk
02.2016 - 2019

Between the years 2016 - 2019, I had the opportunity to collaborate with Ken Tocheniuk on various job sites. I was able to develop a diverse set of skills while working on a multitude of projects. These projects included the construction of stone fireplaces, pathways, patios, stairs, marble tables, and retaining walls. Throughout my employment, I was responsible for measuring, cutting, and smoothing stone to ensure optimal fitting and aesthetically pleasing work for our clients. Additionally, I meticulously cleaned and polished surfaces to achieve ideal smoothness and reflectivity. In preparation for each job, I skillfully organized patterns, plans, and supplies in an efficient manner to achieve optimal finishes to ensure the highest quality of workmanship.

Education

Career Technical Center (CTC) - Carpentry

2017-2018
Nanaimo, British Columbia

Vancouver Island University -

2019-2021

Emergency Childcare First Aid And CPR Level B

Trauma-Informed Care

Positive Behavior Support

MANDT

Skills

  • Trauma-Informed Care
  • Positive Behavior Support Strategies
  • Crisis Intervention and De-escalation (MANDT)
  • Strong Youth Engagement and Relationship Building
  • Effective Verbal and Written Communication
  • Conflict Resolution and Emotional Regulation Techniques
  • Cultural Competency and Inclusive Practice
  • Collaborative Teamwork with Multidisciplinary
  • Professionals
  • Accurate Documentation and Case Note Writing
  • Life Skills Coaching for Youth Independence
  • Patient and Calm Under Pressure

References

Teresa Everitt

MCFD Contract Manager 

(250) 751-9278

everitt.teresa@gmail.com


Jillian Brownlow

WJS Contract Manager

(250) 714-9074

jillian.brownlow@hotmail.com



Timeline

WJS Canada

Caregiver
02.2021 - 06.2025

Vice Design

Welding Fabricator
01.2020 - 01.2021

Stone Masonry, General Labour

Ken Tocheniuk
02.2016 - 2019

Vancouver Island University -

2019-2021

Emergency Childcare First Aid And CPR Level B

Trauma-Informed Care

Positive Behavior Support

MANDT

Career Technical Center (CTC) - Carpentry

2017-2018
Liam Walsh