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Miranda Weddell

Kamloops,BC

Summary

Dedicated social work student interested in working with youth involved in the ministry, health, or justice system. Seeking to take the skills learned through the Bachelor of Social Work program and invest them through compassionate care in the workplace.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Outreach and Support Worker

Axis Family Services
05.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with outreach programs aimed at engaging youth and fostering positive relationships
  • Dispensed prescribed medications accurately and by following established protocols
  • Coordinated with mental health professionals, educators, and social workers to develop support plans for youth facing multiple barriers
  • Maintained accurate records of interactions, activities, and participant progress in compliance with reporting requirements
  • Organized events and participated in community engagement activities with clients
  • Participated in on-going training and professional advancement to be able to best serve the needs of clients

Wellness Center Student Advocate

The Mustard Seed Shelter
01.2023 - 04.2023
  • Collaborated with individuals experiencing homelessness to connect them with appropriate resources under the consultation of my practicum supervisor
  • Participated in administrative tasks which included responding to phone calls and emails, as well as coordinating and scheduling appointments
  • Assisted in conducting intake interviews and assessments to determine eligibility of services for clients
  • Engaged in weekly street outreach activities within the downtown core under the supervision of the street outreach worker

Youth Support Worker

Aeon Youth Services
03.2022 - 11.2022
  • Provided 24-hour care to youth living under the care of the ministry and DAA organizations
  • Contributed to the daily supervision of youth, including wellness checks, and community searches
  • Dispensed prescribed medications accurately and by following established protocols
  • Responded promptly to crisis situations to address urgent emotional and behavioural needs
  • Completed hourly documentation on the daily activities of the client in addition to critical incident reports

Education

Bachelor of Social Work - Child Welfare Specialization

Thompson River University
Kamloops, BC
10.2024

Skills

    Ambitious: always up for a challenge, every new client and circumstance becomes an exciting opportunity

    Adaptable: strong ability to think on my feet

    Creative: consistent ability to find creative ways to work with individuals

    Determined: demonstrated desire to never give up when situations become difficult

    Problem solver: desire to achieve goals with clever ideas relevant to individual's

    Strong work ethic: extremely diligent and hard working

    Self-motivated: strong personal motivation for social justice

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Certification

· WHMIS

· Naloxone overdose training (nasal & intramuscular)

· Occupational first aid level 1

· Plan to protect (0-18 & vulnerable adults)

· Workplace violence & harassment training

· FOIPPA foundation: privacy and access fundamentals

· Safetalk suicide prevention training

Timeline

Youth Outreach and Support Worker

Axis Family Services
05.2023 - Current

Wellness Center Student Advocate

The Mustard Seed Shelter
01.2023 - 04.2023

Youth Support Worker

Aeon Youth Services
03.2022 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Social Work - Child Welfare Specialization

Thompson River University

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