Overview
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Manuela Farina

Toronto,ON

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Child and Youth Counsellor – Independent Contractor

Wm+a – Williams Marijan & Associates
Etobicoke, ON
11.2022 - Current
  • Currently providing specialized and individualized direct support and clinical, consulting and training services to children, youths and adults that are diagnosed with ASD/autism, developmental exceptionalities, ADD, FASD, emotional and mental health disorders, including significant behavioural challenges
  • As of April 19, 2023, became part of the Wm+a SickKids team
  • Supporting young patients that are struggling with eating disorders, mental health disorders, substance abuse, and youth that have been diagnosed with autism, psychosis, and schizophrenia

Assistant Supervisor- Child and Youth Worker

D.L.C. Residential Services
Scarborough, ON
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Worked with youth with level 3 Autism Spectrum Disorders, Developmental & Intellectual Disabilities and dual diagnosis, that required intensive support level, in a Residential group home environment
  • Provided the children and youth with a nurturing and safe home, while facilitating the well being of, and effective delivery of developed programs
  • Promoted independence through the teaching of self care skills, life and social skills, communication, social/emotional development, and community awareness
  • Assisted the supervisory team in the supervision and operation of a community based residential program
  • Primary focus was that of Client assessment, treatment management and staff development while assisting the supervisor with administrative responsibilities
  • Client related responsibilities: Assessed strengths and needs in the areas of personal care, motor, domestic, community, communication and social skills
  • Demonstrated professionalism, initiative and good judgment in decision making without ongoing, direct supervision
  • Provided a positive role model to teach youth effective social and interpersonal skills
  • Utilized Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA)
  • Responded to client’s behaviours, in order to assist and guide them in building self-esteem and negotiating focused goals
  • Planned and set up appropriate programs by identifying client’ physical, mental and emotional requirements
  • Professional responsibilities: Responsible for acting as the Primary CYC for all new admissions for the first 30 days, and to write the initial 30-Day of Care Reports
  • Co-ordinated and assisted with completion of the initial assessment package following the admission of a new client
  • Provided programming orientation and training to all employees
  • In conjunction with Supervisor, assessed, wrote, and submitted for approval any programs designed to reduce or manage an appropriate or maladaptive behaviours; as well, supervised the development and implementation of all teaching programs
  • Completed Part time and Relief staff supervisions, and wrote performance appraisals
  • Supervision of student placements
  • Completed casebook and program binder reviews
  • Provided orientation within all aspects of the workplace location, agency standards, client introductions, training on Primary CYC responsibilities
  • Provided training and support to Primary CYC for the organization and completion of program assessment
  • Trained CYC staff and supported in the execution of their duties, providing constant feedback
  • Maintained working knowledge of all pertinent legislation

Senior Staff- Child and Youth Worker

D.L.C. Residential Services
Scarborough, ON
03.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided orientation to new employees
  • Assisted with training and clearing of programs
  • Completed program binder reviews and followed up when required
  • Provided orientation within all aspects of the location, agency standards, client introductions, training on primary counsellor responsibilities, etc
  • Directed staff accordingly in times of staff conflict
  • Provided Child and Youth Workers with training and support in the execution of their duties and provide consistent feedback
  • Provided training and followed through of all Policies and Procedures
  • Performed administrative responsibilities including petty cash, scheduling, and supervisions

Primary Counselor- Child and Youth Worker

D.L.C. Residential Services
Scarborough, ON
05.2021 - 02.2023
  • Maintained casebook for assigned primary clients
  • Wrote, developed and presented Plan of Care reports
  • Developed goals for clients and worked with them to establish how to best accomplish
  • Met with teacher regularly throughout the school year, documented and communicated outcome to POC team
  • Attended Status Review meetings
  • Developed, implemented, and analyzed individualized programs designed to enhance client`s strengths, and to teach life/communication skills
  • Compiled collected data, to review and assess routinely
  • Booked appointments regularly (family doctor, dentist, blood work, specialists, etc.)
  • Developed strong relationship with primary client, placing agency, teacher, and family
  • Prepared documentation for client’s appointments with the consulting psychiatrist, psychologists and other professionals

Overnight Residential Counselor

D.L.C. Residential Services
Scarborough, ON
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • Implemented programming on self-care, life skills, communication and behavior modification, while monitoring and recording progress and changes

Childcare provider

Ciara Home Daycare
Toronto, ON
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Worked and cared for 5 toddlers in the afternoon
  • Provided them with a safe, nurturing and positive environment
  • Created and organized age-appropriate educational activities, while monitoring developmental milestones
  • Responsible for providing healthy snacks to children

Childcare provider

Vowinckel family
Toronto, ON
02.2018 - 12.2018
  • Worked for two intelligent and active boys, aged 5 and 10
  • Provided them with a safe and positive environment
  • Tutored oldest boy, helping with homework and reading
  • Engaged youngest boy in adventurous and fun outdoor activities
  • Prepared snacks and dinner, paying particular attention to making nutritious meals
  • Took boys to appointments and leisure activities

Childcare provider, Nanny-sharing

Anderson and Dabek families
Toronto, ON
09.2017 - 01.2018
  • Provided care for two amazing children, aged 2
  • Prepared breakfast, snacks and lunch, occasionally dinner
  • Engaged kids in fun and learning activities, reinforcing positive behaviour
  • Daily outings to parks and libraries

Childcare provider

MacDonald family
Toronto, ON
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Provided care for a sweet 16-month-old child
  • Prepared lunch and snacks, taking extra attention to nutritional value of food
  • Read to child and engage in a range of educational and fun activities, as well as art and crafts
  • Took regularly child to parks and playgrounds
  • Maintained child-friendly, safe environments

Childcare provider

Liggett family
Toronto, ON
06.2016 - 01.2017
  • Provided part time care for 2 children aged 10 and 12, pick up from school, help with homework and occasional meal prep as well as light housekeeping

Childcare provider

Claudia Farina Home Daycare
Toronto, ON
01.2016 - 07.2016
  • Provided care for 2 children aged 12 and 18 months
  • Redirected children to encourage safe, positive behaviors
  • Taught children safe behavior such as avoiding contact with unsafe objects
  • Engaged children with games and puzzles
  • Maintained a child-friendly environment with engaging activities and continuous access to the outdoors

Childcare provider

Janik family
Toronto, ON
04.2013 - 12.2015
  • Provided care for two beautiful girls aged 1 and 4
  • Maintained a child-friendly environment with engaging activities and continuous access to the outdoors
  • Sparked creativity and imagination by helping children discover new things each day
  • Made healthy, well-balanced breakfasts and lunches for the children

Special needs caregiver

Saggiu family
Sassari
01.2011 - 02.2013
  • Worked for a family with an amazing child affected by Angelman's syndrome
  • Established a safe play environment for the child
  • Promoted good behaviors by using the positive reinforcement method
  • Fostered reasoning and problem solving through active exploration games and activities
  • Encouraged use of fine motor activities

Timeline

Assistant Supervisor- Child and Youth Worker

D.L.C. Residential Services
02.2023 - 08.2023

Child and Youth Counsellor – Independent Contractor

Wm+a – Williams Marijan & Associates
11.2022 - Current

Senior Staff- Child and Youth Worker

D.L.C. Residential Services
03.2022 - 02.2023

Primary Counselor- Child and Youth Worker

D.L.C. Residential Services
05.2021 - 02.2023

Overnight Residential Counselor

D.L.C. Residential Services
02.2020 - 05.2021

Childcare provider

Ciara Home Daycare
01.2019 - 01.2020

Childcare provider

Vowinckel family
02.2018 - 12.2018

Childcare provider, Nanny-sharing

Anderson and Dabek families
09.2017 - 01.2018

Childcare provider

MacDonald family
02.2017 - 08.2017

Childcare provider

Liggett family
06.2016 - 01.2017

Childcare provider

Claudia Farina Home Daycare
01.2016 - 07.2016

Childcare provider

Janik family
04.2013 - 12.2015

Special needs caregiver

Saggiu family
01.2011 - 02.2013

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