Melissa MacDONALD-RICHADSON
Brantford
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong passion for helping others, consistently striving to make a positive impact in every interaction. Proven ability to build rapport and foster relationships, ensuring clients feel valued and understood. Committed to delivering exceptional service and support, leveraging effective communication skills to address needs and exceed expectations. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team that prioritizes collaboration and community engagement.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Nanny
Maurina Cumbo
06.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with parents, maintaining open communication about each child''s progress and needs.
- Oversaw household duties such as light housekeeping tasks or running errands when required.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
COUNSELLOR 1
BRANTWOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES
07.2002 - 05.2023
- Experienced working with persons with Autism, Downs Syndrome, FAS, Global Disability, and Deaf/Blind.
- Able to build and maintain strong rapport/relationship with clients and families.
- Advocated for the best possible lifestyle for people supported.
- Provided a level of intervention that ensured clients success in all aspects of daily living skills.
- Experience in the completion and maintenance of documents and records according to established procedures and protocol.
- Provided support and opportunities for participation in community events and social functions.
- Responsible for following meal plans according to the Canada’s Food Guide and dietary restrictions for clients.
- Responsible for the administration of medication to clients as per documented medical procedures both orally and via g tube.
- Maintained strict client confidentiality.
INTERVENOR
BRANT FAMILY COUNSELLING CENTRE
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Assisted clients with congenital Deaf Blindness in daily activities while maintaining independence.
- Provided support and opportunities for participation in community events and social functions.
- Provided total communication by using “Signing Exact English” (SEE).
- Provided intervention as needed with personal hygiene requirements.
- Administered medication to client as per documented medical procedures.
Education
DEAFBLIND COMMUNICATION 11
GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE
01.2008
CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER DIPLOMA - undefined
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
01.2006
Skills
- Standard First Aid, CPR Level C valid until 2027
- Nonviolent Crisis Prevention and Intervention Certified
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Certified in Safety Care
- Trained in narcotics administration and medication management
- Trained in bowl management care
- Use of knowledge and/or experience to understand, evaluate and solve problems
- Planning and facilitating life skills groups
Languages
English
Timeline
Private Nanny
Maurina Cumbo
06.2023 - Current
INTERVENOR
BRANT FAMILY COUNSELLING CENTRE
01.2003 - 01.2008
COUNSELLOR 1
BRANTWOOD COMMUNITY SERVICES
07.2002 - 05.2023
CHILD AND YOUTH WORKER DIPLOMA - undefined
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
DEAFBLIND COMMUNICATION 11
GEORGE BROWN COLLEGE
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