I have worked as a social worker for 31 years
Matthew Peterson
Woodstock,NB
Summary
I have worked as a Social worker since 1992 I have over the years developed my skills to where I was considered a specialist in child protection matters, I have covered for Supervisors when required Motivated Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge of social justice issues and systems affecting marginalized communities. Passionate about developing and facilitating programs to support communities in need. Collaborative and analytical advocate builds strategic partnerships, advocate for clients and advance change for communities in need.
Overview
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Work History
Social Worker
Woodstock First Nations Child And Family Services
08.2022 - Current
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Created a mentoring program for the Woodstock First Nations, by choosing young individuals to work one on one with some of the children that struggle in order to give them a strong role model
- Have worked with clients to enhance their education and to be productive members of their community
Education
No Other Degree - Bachelors in Social Work
St. Thomas University
Fredericton, NB08.1992
Skills
- Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA)
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Detailed Records and note keeping
- Trained in Forensic Interviewing
- Suicide Intervention training
- Trained in Family counseling level 1
- Trained in violent threat risk assessment
- Served for province as a clinical three specialist
- Have worked Foster care unit, children in permanent care, ongoing child protection case management intake and investigation
Timeline
Social Worker
Woodstock First Nations Child And Family Services
08.2022 - Current
No Other Degree - Bachelors in Social Work
St. Thomas University
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