Mataya Doerksen
Herbert,SK
Summary
Versatile health professional with experience in health promotion, mental health counseling, child protection, and business marketing. Adept at developing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion strategies to address the social determinants of health, with a strong focus on improving health equity. Ability to lead collaborative projects with diverse stakeholders, community organizations, and government sectors, to create supportive environments, influence public health policy, and promote community action. Skilled in creating and delivering clear, culturally sensitive health communications and educational materials, both online and in-person, to engage and empower diverse populations. Experience in marketing and digital communications, with expertise in social media strategy, content creation, and brand development, enhancing community outreach and engagement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Promotion Practitioner
Saskatchewan Health Authority
10.2022 - Current
- The Population Health Promotion Practitioner (PHPP) develops, implements, and evaluates population-based health promotion strategies to help create conditions that support health for Saskatchewan residents, with emphasis on addressing the social determinants of health and increasing health equity
- The PHPP completes project management & works in collaborative partnerships with First Nations agencies, agencies from other sectors, community organizations and communities to execute health promotion strategies, including the development of healthy public policy, creating supportive environments, strengthening community action and re-orienting health services
- This position directly reporting to the manager of Population Health
Small Business Owner
Hitched Haven Rentals & Decor
11.2023 - Current
- Founded and independently manage Hitched Haven Rentals & Decor specializing in wedding decor rentals.
- Oversee all aspects of daily operations, including communications, inventory management, vendor relationships, pricing strategy, and customer service.
- Design and maintain the company website, ensuring seamless user experience, accurate service listings, and integration with online communication systems.
- Create engaging content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.) to promote services, showcase event setups, and interact with clients
- Monitor financials, including budgeting, invoicing, and profitability analysis to ensure business growth and sustainability.
- Handle all customer service, resolving inquiries and concerns to maintain high levels of client satisfaction and repeat business.
Child and Youth Mental Health Counsellor
Saskatchewan Health Authority
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Assist in the development and implementation of programs for children and youth with emotional, behavioural, and mental health & addictions problems
- Delivery of group educational activities, life skills programming and family work
- Knowledge of community resources including treatment programs and support agencies
- Implement intervention strategies (individual and group) for individuals with mental health and addiction problems in a community based setting including: assessment, triage, treatment, and case management
- Identify, implement and evaluate areas of client difficulty across a wide range of clinical presentation and formulate evidence based interventions
Child Protection Worker
Ministry of Social Services
05.2019 - 03.2021
- Investigating allegations of neglect, physical abuse or sexual abuse
- Working with children and youth in a counseling role
- Assessing family function
- Determining risk factors to the children’s safety
- Implementing intervention plans and providing supportive services to the family as required
- Manage the needs of children in care including placement in foster care and alternate resources, assessment and treatment planning to ensure individual health, social psychological and education needs are met
Education
Business Marketing Diploma -
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Moose Jaw, Sk04.2025
Business Certificate -
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Moose Jaw, Sk04.2023
Social Work Degree -
University of Regina
Regina, Sk04.2019
Skills
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Ability to identify challenges in communication and implement solutions to improve understanding and engagement
- Analytical Skills: Proficient in analyzing data, identifying patterns, and leveraging insights to solve problems and optimize processes for improvements
- Health Communication: Experience in conveying complex health information to diverse audiences, including the general public, patients, and healthcare professionals
- Crisis Communication: Proven ability to communicate clearly and calmly in high-pressure situations (eg, mental health or child protection scenarios)
- Content Development: Expertise in developing clear, engaging, and informative content for various channels (websites, brochures, social media, newsletters)
- Writing & Editing: Strong writing skills for creating reports, brochures, newsletters, website/online content, etc
- Social Media Management: Experience managing social media platforms (eg, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) to engage and inform the community
- Internal & Interpersonal Communications: Ensuring clear and effective communication within groups and with various departments, fostering collaboration and engagement Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Cultural Competency: Ability to tailor communications to meet the needs of diverse populations, understanding cultural and socioeconomic factors that affect health
- Multitasking & Time Management: Managing multiple projects, balancing diverse responsibilities, and working in fast-paced environments
- Collaboration & Teamwork: Working with cross-functional teams, including healthcare professionals and community stakeholders
- Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in messaging and when developing materials or reports
Volunteer Experience
Vice President & Social Media Manager, Morse Events Committee, Morse, SK, 06/01/23 - Present
- Lead a volunteer committee in strategic planning and decision-making, helping guide committee initiatives and fostering collaboration between members.
- Manage and oversee the development of all social media platforms, including content creation, scheduling, and engagement to promote organizational events, programs, and initiatives.
- Coordinate with external stakeholders and partners to enhance visibility and community outreach.
Accomplishments
Registered Social Worker
· December 2024 – renewed yearly
Google Analytics Certification
· Completed November 2023
Hootsuite Platform Certification
· Hootsuite
· Completed September 2023
Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
· Coursera
· Completed July 2023
Beck Institute CBT Certified Clinician
· Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
· Completed July 2022
ASIST - Suicide Prevention Training Program
· LivingWorks
· Completed February 2020
Timeline
Small Business Owner
Hitched Haven Rentals & Decor
11.2023 - Current
Health Promotion Practitioner
Saskatchewan Health Authority
10.2022 - Current
Child and Youth Mental Health Counsellor
Saskatchewan Health Authority
03.2021 - 10.2022
Child Protection Worker
Ministry of Social Services
05.2019 - 03.2021
Business Certificate -
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Social Work Degree -
University of Regina
Business Marketing Diploma -
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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