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Maria Risma Tekson

Toronto,ON

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated Social Service Worker student with hands-on experience in support roles for diverse populations. Seeking a part-time position with Kinnect Support Services to leverage my skills in supervision, communication, and behavioral management to support adolescents, adults, and seniors facing various challenges.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Social Services Worker ( Volunteer)

Delmanor NorthTown
Toronto, Ontario
09.2024 - Current
  • Assisting with Activities: Help organize and facilitate recreational and therapeutic activities for residents, such as art therapy, music sessions, or group games.
  • Resident Support: Provide emotional and practical support to residents, engaging them in conversations, and offering companionship.
  • Educational Workshops: Help organize workshops or presentations on topics related to wellness, nutrition, or mental health for residents and staff.

Social Services Worker( Volunteer)

Sunflower developmental services
Toronto, Ontario
01.2024 - 04.2024

- Supported children and youth in a recreational setting, fostering a positive and safe environment.

- Collaborated with a team to plan and execute activities, enhancing participants' life skills.

- Provided crisis intervention, counseling, advocacy and referrals to clients in need.

Customer Service Representative

Al Jarwan Exchange
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Resolved complex problems by working with other departments to provide solutions that meet customer needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with customers by providing personalized assistance and support.
  • Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, updating databases and generating reports.

Volunteer

NGO
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
  • Coordinated logistics for special events, such as conferences or workshops.
  • Interviewed potential clients, collecting personal information to determine eligibility for social assistance.

Education

Diploma - Social Service Worker

Seneca College Polytechnic
King City, ON
04-2025

Skills

  • Good Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Supervising Experience
  • Decision Making
  • Problem Solving
  • Active Listening
  • Administrative Experience
  • Case management
  • Empathetic
  • Presentation Skills
  • Flexible
  • Patience and resilience
  • Computer Skills: Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Microsoft Excel

Certification

  • Online course completed on CPR / AED / First-Aid
  • Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check

Languages

English
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Social Services Worker ( Volunteer)

Delmanor NorthTown
09.2024 - Current

Social Services Worker( Volunteer)

Sunflower developmental services
01.2024 - 04.2024

Customer Service Representative

Al Jarwan Exchange
08.2022 - 06.2023

Volunteer

NGO

Diploma - Social Service Worker

Seneca College Polytechnic
Maria Risma Tekson