MADISON SAUTER
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Compassionate Social Worker with 5 years of comprehensive experience providing social services to various groups of people to aid with day-to-day issues. Well-versed in assessing client strengths, advocating for client resources and conducting thorough home and community visits. Kind and respectful professional with demonstrated conflict resolution skills and strong decision-making abilities. Proven knowledge of community resources and skilled at advocating for clients.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supportive Living Coordinator
Canadian Mental Health Association
Calgary, AB
05.2023 - Current
- Conduct initial assessments to determine the needs of the client and develop individualized care plans
- Coordinate access to support services such as Income Support, counseling, medical care etc
- Manage crisis situations that may arise such as behavioral issues, conflict between residents, and medical emergencies
- Maintain accurate and up to date client records
- Building and maintaining positive relationships with community partners
- Supporting clients with addictions.
Community Support Worker
Calgary Alternative Support Services
Calgary, AB
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, services provided, and any issues encountered.
- Provided support to individuals with disabilities in activities of daily living.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills and independent living abilities.
- Developed individualized plans for clients and monitored progress towards goals.
Community/Family Support Worker
Lacombe Action Group
Lacombe, AB
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Experience working with high behavioral clients in a group setting
- Assist clients to achieve their goals in their behavioral support plans
- Assist clients to become independent with day to day activities
- Provide family support to families with children with disabilities
- Worked to eliminate barriers to accessing services for clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress including documentation of services provided.
Education
Bachelor of Professional Arts Major in Human Services - Human Services
Athabasca University
Calgary, AB02.2024
Social Work Diploma (RSW) - Social Work
Red Deer Polytechnic
Red Deer, AB04.2022
High School Diploma -
Innisfail Career High School
01.2017
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Client Confidentiality
- Discharge Planning
- Service Planning
- Case Documentation
- Educational Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Client Needs Assessment
- Life Skills Development
- Intervention Planning\
- Psycho-Social Assessments
Certification
- Brain Story Certification (Alberta Family Wellness Initiative), 2018
- Mental Health First Aid, 2019
- Trauma-Informed Care (Alberta Health Services), 2019
- Children's Mental Health Learning Series (Government of Alberta), 2019
- Standard First Aid- Level C CPR & AED Recertification, 2021
- Child Protection: Children's Rights in Theory and Practice (Harvard University), 2021
- Indigenous Canada (University of Alberta), 2023
Volunteer/Practicum Experience
Calgary Women’s Centre, Calgary, AB - Oct. 1, 2022 to May 15, 2023
Volunteer Peer Support Worker
- Experience working with women of all ethnic backgrounds
- Provide referrals to community agencies
- Assisted with providing emergency food hampers
- Experience with documentation such as case notes, Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) and Income Support applications
- Provide referrals to community agencies such as Immigration Services, Mustard Seed, and Alberta Mental Health etc.
Airdrie Boys & Girls Club, Airdrie, AB - Jan 15, 2022 to April 30, 2022
Practicum Student
- Provided after school programming for youth of all ages
- Assisted colleagues with the Breaking Barriers workshop
- Organized food drives for low-income families
Mustard Seed, Red Deer, AB - Nov. 1, 2021 to Feb. 28, 2022
Practicum Student
- Interacted with clients providing them with food and clothing
- Provided referrals to community services
- Assisted with client documentation and daily notes
The United Way, Red Deer, AB - Jan. 15, 2021 to April 30, 2021
Practicum Student
- Reviewed and scored proposals for funding
- Prepared reports and presentation with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
- Experience with setting up and hosting virtual meetings
Alberta Community Corrections, Red Deer, AB - Jan 15, 2019 to Sept. 15, 2019
Job Shadow Probation Officer
- Completed client assessments (SPIN)
- Obtained strict confidentiality
- Worked in collaboration with offenders to participate in rehabilitation planning
Timeline
Supportive Living Coordinator
Canadian Mental Health Association
05.2023 - Current
Community Support Worker
Calgary Alternative Support Services
10.2022 - 05.2023
Community/Family Support Worker
Lacombe Action Group
08.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Professional Arts Major in Human Services - Human Services
Athabasca University
Social Work Diploma (RSW) - Social Work
Red Deer Polytechnic
High School Diploma -
Innisfail Career High School
- Brain Story Certification (Alberta Family Wellness Initiative), 2018
- Mental Health First Aid, 2019
- Trauma-Informed Care (Alberta Health Services), 2019
- Children's Mental Health Learning Series (Government of Alberta), 2019
- Standard First Aid- Level C CPR & AED Recertification, 2021
- Child Protection: Children's Rights in Theory and Practice (Harvard University), 2021
- Indigenous Canada (University of Alberta), 2023
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