Mindy Vandenberg
Mental Health Clinician
Burns Lake,BC
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Carrier Sekani Family Services, adept in EMDR Therapy and fostering peer connections. Excelled in clinical record management and implemented culturally-sensitive approaches, enhancing client engagement. Demonstrated exceptional ability in strategic partnership development and confidentiality, achieving significant advancements in mental health support and organizational growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Community Mental Health Clinician
Carrier Sekani Family Services
09.2018 - Current
- Conducted thorough assessments to diagnose mental health disorders and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Facilitated psychoeducational groups, fostering peer connections and promoting open communication among participants.
- Streamlined clinical documentation, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in accordance with regulations.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through individualized case management services.
- Maintained ethical boundaries while demonstrating empathy to address sensitive topics during group or individual therapy sessions.
- Improved client engagement in therapy sessions by incorporating culturally-sensitive approaches into practice.
- Attended trainings to participate in regular supervision and continued education to maintain professional competence and ethical standards.
- Provided referrals to connect clients with other community resources to support mental health and well-being.
- Took initiative to provide space to assist team members to build connections with each other and offer peer consults
Chair
Burns Lake Public Library
08.2015 - 09.2020
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders, promoting collaboration and partnership opportunities.
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
- Enhanced board meeting productivity by organizing and distributing materials in advance.
- Directed the Board in assessing, investigating, and solving workplace harassment issues and liaised with WorkSafeBC
- Supported the creative provision of services during Covid 19 Pandemic
- Embraced and supported major change in renovations, job descriptions, staff changes and mediations during 2018 fires
- Advocated for funding and presented financials to RDBN and Village of Burns Lake
Secretary and Chair
Lakes District Community Services Society
10.2008 - 08.2018
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Crafted policy, templates and training program to comply with WorkSafe BC harassment legislation
- Delivered harassment training to staff and Board of Directors
- Assisted with CARF accreditation
- Crafted, delivered and reported on employment contract and annual reviews of the Executive Director
Foster Parent Support & Training Facilitator
Axis Family Resources
03.2012 - 09.2015
- Planned and facilitated training workshops for foster parents, providing them with the knowledge and skills required by legislation in the care of traumatized children
- Responsible for recruitment of foster parents
- Provided advocacy for foster parents and support through protocol investigations
- Provided support and training after protocol investigations to ensure compliance with report recommendations were followed up
- Maintained satellite office and traveled to six communities to provide in person service
Secretary
Burns Lake Medical Clinic Society
04.2010 - 11.2011
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
- Participated in meetings with Northern Health COO and other stakeholders to get a community run and owned medical clinic to serve Burns Lake
- Participated in community events to raise awareness of the society and strategic planning
Executive Director
Williams Lake Chapter, Learning Disabilities Assoc
04.2005 - 02.2006
- Developed and implemented organizational strategies to achieve set goals and objectives and secured long-term success.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders to expand the organization's reach and influence.
- Managed budgets, bookkeeping, grant applications and follow up reporting
Education
Diploma of Applied Psychology And Counselling - Specialization in Professional Counselling
Kelowna College of Professional Counselling
Kelowna, BC 05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Disability Management
University of Northern BC
Prince George, BC 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, BC 05.2001 -
Skills
Clinical Record Management
EMDR Therapy Expertise
Grief Counseling Support
Timeline
Community Mental Health Clinician
Carrier Sekani Family Services
09.2018 - Current
Chair
Burns Lake Public Library
08.2015 - 09.2020
Foster Parent Support & Training Facilitator
Axis Family Resources
03.2012 - 09.2015
Secretary
Burns Lake Medical Clinic Society
04.2010 - 11.2011
Secretary and Chair
Lakes District Community Services Society
10.2008 - 08.2018
Executive Director
Williams Lake Chapter, Learning Disabilities Assoc
04.2005 - 02.2006
Diploma of Applied Psychology And Counselling - Specialization in Professional Counselling
Kelowna College of Professional Counselling
05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Disability Management
University of Northern BC
05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Thompson Rivers University
05.2001 -
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