Martin Tong
Kamloops,BC
Summary
Mental health professional prepared to contribute effectively to dynamic team environment. Skilled in client assessment and crisis management, consistently achieving positive outcomes. Reliable team player who adapts to changing needs, with proven skills in communication and problem-solving.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Mental Health Worker
Interior Health Authority
04.2023 - Current
- Enhanced client well-being by developing individualized psychosocial rehabilitation treatment plans focused on their specific needs.
- Enhanced client engagement in treatment by utilizing a strengths-based approach during one-to-one sessions.
- Utilized active listening skills to understand client concerns, guiding them towards appropriate solutions and resources.
- Advocated for the importance of mental health in overall wellness by participating in community initiatives focused on raising awareness and reducing stigma surrounding mental illness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients dealing with complex mental health issues.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Stobbe Excavating
12.1995 - 03.2023
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
Education
Community of Mental Health Certificate - Community Mental Health
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC12-2024
Skills
- Suicide prevention
- Self-care promotion
- Recovery planning
- Empathy development
- Psychosocial rehabilitation
- Substance abuse treatment
- Patient support
- Client support
- Building rapport
- Client outreach
- Peer support
Timeline
Community Mental Health Worker
Interior Health Authority
04.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Stobbe Excavating
12.1995 - 03.2023
Community of Mental Health Certificate - Community Mental Health
Vancouver Island University
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