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Michael Poitras

Campbell River,BC

Summary

Peer Support Specialist with strong background in emotional support and resource navigation. Proficient in leading group discussions and fostering positive peer interactions, resulting in enhanced client support and engagement. Demonstrated ability to connect clients with necessary resources effectively.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Peer Support Specialist

KDC Health
Campbell River, British Columbia
04.2025 - Current
  • Provided emotional support to clients in diverse health settings.
  • Assisted clients in navigating healthcare resources and services.
  • Facilitated group discussions to promote peer engagement and connection.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to enhance client care plans.
  • Instilled hope by promoting positive self-disclosure and actively listening to client needs.
  • Engaged in outreach efforts to increase awareness about the organization's mission and goals.
  • Helped individuals overcome discrimination, stigmas and trauma by providing encouragement and community resources.

Peer Support Worker Coordinator

Campbell River Community Action Team (CAT Team)
Campbell River, British Columbia
01.2025 - Current
  • Facilitated group discussions to promote sharing and connection among peers.
  • Assisted clients in navigating community resources and services effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop supportive care strategies.
  • Organized workshops focused on wellness and coping skills for participants.
  • Maintained confidentiality and trust while handling sensitive information responsibly.
  • Engaged in ongoing training to enhance peer support techniques and knowledge.
  • Educated clients about available resources and services in the community.
  • Conducted assessments to determine the needs of clients.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or seminars.
  • Facilitated group discussions on topics related to mental health awareness.
  • Provided emotional, social and educational support to individuals in crisis.

Education

Naloxone Trained -

Towards The Heart
Campbell River, BC
04-2025

Grief And Loss Trauma Training -

Towards The Heart
Campbell River, BC
05-2024

First Aid/CPR -

St Johns Ambulance
Campbell River, BC
01-2023

Read Seal Pipefitter/Steamfitter - Trades

Bow Valley College
Calgary
06-2014

Red Seal Plumber/ Gasfitter B Class - Trades

Red Deer College
Red Deer
01-2008

High School Diploma -

St Patricks Highschool
Yellowknife, NT
07-2004

Skills

  • Emotional support and crisis intervention
  • Resource navigation and community outreach
  • Group facilitation and client assessment
  • Peer engagement
  • Boundary setting
  • Empathy development
  • Social activity planning
  • Relapse prevention
  • Communication
  • Relationship building skills
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Substance abuse awareness
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Mental health services
  • Trauma-informed care

Timeline

Peer Support Specialist

KDC Health
04.2025 - Current

Peer Support Worker Coordinator

Campbell River Community Action Team (CAT Team)
01.2025 - Current

Naloxone Trained -

Towards The Heart

Grief And Loss Trauma Training -

Towards The Heart

First Aid/CPR -

St Johns Ambulance

Read Seal Pipefitter/Steamfitter - Trades

Bow Valley College

Red Seal Plumber/ Gasfitter B Class - Trades

Red Deer College

High School Diploma -

St Patricks Highschool
Michael Poitras