Kimberly Silva
Child And Youth Worker
Brampton
Summary
Goal-oriented Child Youth Worker with years of experienced planning and organizing appropriate children and youth programs. Compassionate and warm professional recognized for analyzing situations accurately and effectively, as well as strong interpersonal skills. Builds client rapport and assesses needs to provide appropriate resources.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
9
9
Certifications
Work History
Inclusion Director
Town Of Caledon
04.2024 - Current
- Supervised and trained staff, providing leadership and support to ensure a safe, fun, and effective program.
- Organized and managed camp programs to ensure compliance with safety standards and participant-to-staff ratios.
- Led team meetings and provided feedback to staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and professional camp environment.
- Handled behavioral issues and ensured accountability for all participants, ensuring a positive experience for children of various ages and abilities.
- Managed administrative tasks such as timesheets, injury and incident reports, logs, and documentation to maintain smooth program operations.
- Planned and implemented activities and special events, including on-site trips and swimming, enhancing participant engagement and enjoyment.
- Responded to inquiries and feedback from parents and staff, ensuring positive communication and resolution of any concerns.
- Ensured compliance with Occupational Health and Safety guidelines and Town policies, fostering a safe and inclusive environment.
After-School Lead Coordinator
YMCA GTA
12.2023 - Current
- Connected and frequently communicated with students and parents regarding programs, policies and individual needs.
- Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 25 students.
- Maintained confidentiality of records by using appropriate data security methods.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
- Implemented policies, procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
Team Leader - Behavioural Clinician
Erinoakkids Center for Treatment & Development
01.2021 - 08.2023
- Executed growth initiatives via personalized strategies
- Created intervention plans tailored to individual needs
- Maintained assessment records and documentation
- Applied behavior analysis and intervention strategies for care plan adherence
- Incorporated teaching and holistic training techniques to optimize client support.
- Collaborated with teams, schools, and families on individual care plans
- Trained parents and caregivers to support client treatment and behavior reduction protocols.
After-School Lead Coordinator
St. Alban's Boys And Girls Club Of Weston-Mount Dennis
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues
- Assisted youth with homework assignments, sports and fitness, art and literacy
- Planned, developed and implemented strategies to convey information with key decision makers
- Developed and led special events that increased individual's skills and abilities
- Maintained strict confidentiality in all situations unless abuse, neglect or threats identified
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
St. Alban's Boys And Girls Club
06.2019 - 08.2022
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social, and emotional growth.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Encouraged and promoted inclusion and diversity to foster positive and respectful camp environment and teach campers to appreciate and value differences.
Education
Bachelor of Child & Youth Care -
Humber Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Toronto, ON 09.2022 - Current
Advanced Child and Youth Care Practitioner Diploma -
Humber Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Toronto, ON 01.2019 - 12.2022
Skills
Excellent with Children & Youth
Patience & Empathy
Communication
Time Management & Organization
Creative & Imaginative Thinking
Special Needs Support
Certification
Emergency First Aid - CPR/AED - Level C, Heaven Can Wait, Toronto, ON
Timeline
Food Handlers Certificate, Brampton, ON
07-2028
Emergency First Aid - CPR/AED - Level C, Heaven Can Wait, Toronto, ON
09-2026
Training Behaviour Management Systems
07-2024
CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training, Brampton, ON
06-2024
Inclusion Director
Town Of Caledon
04.2024 - Current
After-School Lead Coordinator
YMCA GTA
12.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Child & Youth Care -
Humber Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
09.2022 - Current
San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety, Brampton, ON
09-2022
Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), US Davis Continuing & Professional Education, Brampton, ON
08-2022
The Ontario Human Rights Commission - Call It Out: Racism, Racial Discrimination and Human Rights, Toronto, ON
05-2022
Team Leader - Behavioural Clinician
Erinoakkids Center for Treatment & Development
01.2021 - 08.2023
LivingWorks Connect - Suicide & Engage Safety Resources, Toronto, ON
10-2020
HIGH FIVE - Principles of Healthy Child Development
11-2019
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
St. Alban's Boys And Girls Club
06.2019 - 08.2022
After-School Lead Coordinator
St. Alban's Boys And Girls Club Of Weston-Mount Dennis
01.2019 - 01.2023
Advanced Child and Youth Care Practitioner Diploma -
Humber Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
01.2019 - 12.2022
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