Michelle Lewis
Toronto,Ontario
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Welfare Supervisor
Children's Aid Society Of Toronto
09.2001 - 06.2022
- Provided oversight, clinical supervision and support to a high-functioning, diverse and collaborative team of protection workers.
- Promoted sensitive, creative and well thought out safety planning.
- Created team atmosphere of equality, equity and opportunity. Created an environment whereby issues related to Anti-Oppression and Anti-Racism were raised, explored and addressed both within the organization and within the communities served.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
Family Service Worker/Child Protection Worker
Children's Aid Society Of Toronto
03.1990 - 09.2001
- Completed assessments and supporting documentation in adherence to Ministry guidelines and policies.
- Demonstrated highly developed, sharp interview and analytical skills to create strong working relationships with service recipients while simultaneously assessing risks to children and creating safety plans with families and communities.
- Strong understanding and confidence in navigating the legal system, including court appearances, process and documentation.
Education
No Degree - Mediation Accreditation
Riverdale Mediation
06.2023
Master of Social Work -
University of Toronto
2003
Bachelor of Social Work -
Toronto Metropolitan University
1990
Skills
- Issue Resolution
- Conflict Resolution
- Confidential Case Documentation
- Legal Processes
- Deal Closing
- Effective Listening
- Strong ability to navigate questions into conversations with sensitivity, compassion, humility and respect
Timeline
Child Welfare Supervisor
Children's Aid Society Of Toronto
09.2001 - 06.2022
Family Service Worker/Child Protection Worker
Children's Aid Society Of Toronto
03.1990 - 09.2001
No Degree - Mediation Accreditation
Riverdale Mediation
Master of Social Work -
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Social Work -
Toronto Metropolitan University
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