Maria Siliverdis
Burnaby
Summary
I am a caring and patient Child and Youth Care Worker with over 16 years of experience providing care, guidance and support to vulnerable youth in care. Skilled in supervising residents in daily routines, encouraging positive and healthy choices, teaching life skills, promoting self-esteem and personal growth of youth, and working through every day challenges . Extensive knowledge of standard policies and practices related to group care. Analyzes situations effectively and accurately and can work independently or in a team setting.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Child and Youth Care Worker
Alternate Shelter Society
11.2007 - Current
- Providing care and supervision for at risk youth aged 13-18 in terms of their day-to-day living- including recreation, life skills, and developmental progress
- Encouraging youth to fulfill their obligations and program goals, and supporting integration into the community
- Communicating with Social Workers, School Officials and Guardians about individual progress and overall well-being of the youth in care
- Writing daily, weekly and monthly logs and reports concerning youth activities, behaviours, incidents and overall progress
- Assisting youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter, addressing medical needs and accessing treatment and counselling
- Supervising and training staff members, providing guidance and support in crisis situations, and upholding regulations and policies
- Ensuring that licensing standards are met within the Resource to establish the ongoing health and safety of youth and staff
Tutor
Friends of Simon Tutoring Project
09.2006 - 05.2008
- Assisted refugee and immigrant children aged 6-12 years old with reading and writing by creating fun and engaging literacy activities.
Sales Floor personnel and Cashier
Canadian Tire
06.2004 - 06.2007
- Customer service, returns and end of day cash consolidation
- Janitorial: Store cleaning and product facing
- Hardware support: Paint Mixing, Key Cutting, Sign Making.
Education
TESOL Certificate -
Vancouver Community College
05.2009
Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Science - Psychology And Linguistics
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC08.2008
General Arts Diploma - General Studies
Kwantlen University College
Richmond, BC04.2003
Skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Determining appropriate course of action while following procedures
- Attention to detail, proficient in time management, excellent organizational skills
- Able to creatively problem solve
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks appropriately
- Ability to proactively resolve conflict, direct and motivate individuals, encourage collaboration and facilitate engagement, and support growth in their development by recognizing and utilizing their individual strengths
Certification
First Aid with CPR level C
Food Safe
Timeline
Residential Child and Youth Care Worker
Alternate Shelter Society
11.2007 - Current
Tutor
Friends of Simon Tutoring Project
09.2006 - 05.2008
Sales Floor personnel and Cashier
Canadian Tire
06.2004 - 06.2007
TESOL Certificate -
Vancouver Community College
Bachelor of Arts in Cognitive Science - Psychology And Linguistics
Simon Fraser University
General Arts Diploma - General Studies
Kwantlen University College