Matthew Godding
Ottawa,On
Summary
Young professional with a strong developed knowledge of social services, criminal justice/legal system, crisis intervention and Residential treatment. Motivated individual with a vast understanding of the needs of individuals in contact with the law . Experienced in applying intervention skills with individuals with behavior, mental health as well as cognitive disability issues in high stress settings. Organized team player with ability to meet tight deadlines and adapt to the needs of the client and organization.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Counselor - Secure Community Reintigration
Roberts/Smart Centre
Ottawa, ON
12.2022 - Current
- Maintained safe and therapeutic environment by monitoring, supervising and engaging youth in daily routines and programming.
- Assisted youth with practicing coping skills to achieve completion of treatment goals.
- Engaged with youth in recreational, treatment-focused and educational activities to encourage growth and interpersonal skill development.
- Developed case records, reports and other required documents to maintain youth's permanent record.
- Responded to crisis situations when severe mental health and behavioral issues arose.
Advanced Intermediate Youth Worker
Boys and Girls Club of Canada
Ottawa , ON
07.2021 - 09.2023
- Encouraged participants to develop leadership and self-esteem skills through group discussions.
- Offered key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Applied clinical and behavioral knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments.
- Directed activities to promote growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
- Designed, implemented and facilitated programs for ages 6-18 in order to promote social skills and cooperation.
Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa
01.2021 - Current
- Co-op placement: Helped with Homework help, Group facilitation of sports and science programs, Creating programs for clubhouse members, Member intake and data management.
- Helping facilitate activities, games and education programs.
- Used calm, positive and encouraging approach with youth.
Sales Associate
The Home Depot
Ottawa, ON
05.2018 - 07.2021
- Experience with Data entry, Sales/Transactions, Cutting lumber (Radial arm saw and Panel saw trained), Order picking and Customer service.
- Sold various products by explaining unique features and educating customers on proper application.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
Cashier
Toys r us
02.2016 - 11.2018
- Worked as cashier in customer service and in the warehouse working with receiving and making sure stock is on shelves.
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Major: Criminology/Criminal Justice Minor in Law
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON05.2023
Diploma - Community And Justice Services
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON05.2021
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth Wynwood Alternative Highschool
Ottawa, ON01.2018
Skills
- Emotional support abilities
- Time management
- Problem resolution
- Communication
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Teamwork
- Attention to detail
- File and Record Keeping
- Conflict Resolution
- Case Managment
- Organizational skills
Certification
Non Violent Crisis Intervention, Mental Health First Aid, Preventing Disease Transmission: Self-Directed, Emergency First Aid, EBR/ABR training, HIGH FIVE- Principles of Healthy Child Development, Conflict Resolution training, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Accomplishments
- Member of Golden Key International Honor Society
- Ranked in the top 15% of the Criminology/Criminal Justice program (2021-2022)
- Achieved a 11.25/12 CGPA in Fall/Winter semesters (2021-2022)
- Created a highly effective programs that significantly impacted member attendance.
- Deans Honour List Algonquin College 2020-2021
- Dean's Honour List Carleton University 2021-2022
Personal Information
24 years old graduate with a passion for community work and involvement. Outgoing and energetic individual with a drive for being a part of positive change in the Ottawa community. Passionate about human rights, diversity and equality. My free time Is typically spent outdoors cycling, skiing or camping. Often times on the weekend my time is spent volunteering taking pictures of The Boys and Girls Club's community basketball team as well as attending other community events.
Languages
Fluent in english and can comprehend, read and write some french.
References
(Academic, character and work references can be provided upon request)
Timeline
Youth Counselor - Secure Community Reintigration
Roberts/Smart Centre
12.2022 - Current
Advanced Intermediate Youth Worker
Boys and Girls Club of Canada
07.2021 - 09.2023
Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa
01.2021 - Current
Sales Associate
The Home Depot
05.2018 - 07.2021
Cashier
Toys r us
02.2016 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Major: Criminology/Criminal Justice Minor in Law
Carleton University
Diploma - Community And Justice Services
Algonquin College
High School Diploma -
Elizabeth Wynwood Alternative Highschool
Non Violent Crisis Intervention, Mental Health First Aid, Preventing Disease Transmission: Self-Directed, Emergency First Aid, EBR/ABR training, HIGH FIVE- Principles of Healthy Child Development, Conflict Resolution training, Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
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