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Matthew Dunster

20 Sandison Cres,Regina, SK

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Street Culture Project, excelling in team leadership and decision-making. Successfully enhanced employee engagement and retention while fostering high-performing teams. Adept at crisis intervention and promoting mental health awareness, demonstrating strong organizational skills and adaptability in challenging environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager of Family Support Programs

Rooted Connections
12.2023 - 09.2024
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Communicated with government/community agencies to ensure clients were provided with complimentary services that meet or exceed needs/expectations
  • Administrative duties: Edit teams monthly reports to be sent to government, complete performance evaluations
  • Assisted in fund development by completing grants nd meeting with current and potential funders

Director of Youth Transitions

Street Culture Project
07.2017 - 12.2023
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.

Case Manager/Program Facilitator

Street Culture Project
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
  • Provided crisis intervention support for clients experiencing emergencies, using appropriate techniques to de-escalate situations safely.
  • Promoted a safe environment for vulnerable populations by reporting suspected abuse or neglect.
  • Identified current and specific needs of youth in our community in order to build and facilitate relevant, meaningful and holistic programming

Youth Mentor/Youth Support

Street Culture Project
05.2015 - 03.2016
  • Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
  • Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
  • Established a safe and supportive environment for open discussion, fostering strong relationships between mentors and mentees.
  • Promoted mental health awareness through workshops and open conversations, equipping youths with coping strategies to manage stress effectively.

Education

Youth Care Worker Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Regina, SK
12-2015

High School Diploma -

Winston Knoll Collegiate
Regina, SK
06-2001

Skills

  • Mult-tasking
  • Decision-making
  • Time management
  • Team leadership
  • Customer service
  • Works well under pressure
  • Well organized
  • Solution focused
  • Collaborative
  • Highly adaptable

Related Education and Training

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • De-escalating Potentially Violent Situations
  • Intentional Leadership
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
  • Reasonable Suspicion
  • Crisis Intervention
  • FASD for the Frontline Worker
  • Bystander
  • Upstander
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • Sound Boarding Training/Integration
  • Nurtured Heart Approach – Introduction and 6 Week Intensive
  • Water Safety
  • OH&S – Level 1
  • Food Safe – Level 1
  • SMART Recovery - Facilitator
  • ASIST - Facilitator

Timeline

Manager of Family Support Programs

Rooted Connections
12.2023 - 09.2024

Director of Youth Transitions

Street Culture Project
07.2017 - 12.2023

Case Manager/Program Facilitator

Street Culture Project
03.2016 - 07.2017

Youth Mentor/Youth Support

Street Culture Project
05.2015 - 03.2016

Youth Care Worker Certificate

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

High School Diploma -

Winston Knoll Collegiate
Matthew Dunster