Reethika Anton Charles
Toronto,ON
Summary
Passionate Child and Youth Care Practitioner adept at empowering and nurturing the potential of children and youth through collaborative community engagement. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that ignites positivity, growth, and resilience in young individuals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
After-School Site Coordinator
City of Toronto
Toronto, ON
09.2023 - Current
- Oversee the daily operation of the after-school program, ensuring the safety, well-being, and engagement of all participants.
- Develop and implement age-appropriate recreational activities and educational programs that promote physical, social, and cognitive development.
- Maintain attendance records, program evaluation, and incident reports to track program effectiveness and regulation compliance.
- Foster positive relationships with parents and guardians, addressing their concerns and providing regular updates on their child's progress.
- Conduct weekly meetings to discuss staff performances, program goals, progress and any necessary adjustments.
Team Leader
East York East Toronto Family Resources
Toronto, ON
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated to design and execute parent seminars in partnership with various community organizations, fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for parental involvement in children's education.
- Developed, planned, assessed, and reported the school readiness program tailored to address the needs of newcomer families and their children aged 4-6 years.
- Provided training and supervision to program workers and volunteers in the Ready for School Connects project.
- Assisted in revising written materials, forms, and evaluation materials and carrying out participant evaluations related to the Ready for School Connects project.
Child and Youth Worker
Kinnect Support Services
Toronto, ON
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Utilized effective communication and relationship-building techniques to engage children and youth, promoting their active participation in various programs or interventions.
- Taught the residential population life skills and coping mechanisms in one-on-one and group sessions.
- Managed and maintained detailed everyday documentation by diligently filling in charts and logs, ensuring accuracy and completeness in recording vital information.
Practicum Student
Youthlink
Scarborough, ON
09.2022 - 04.2023
- Participated, led and collaborated in weekly meetings with the client and multi-disciplinary team.
- Delivered therapeutic interventions encompassing academic support, behavioural management (including reminders, redirections, and addressing defiance), and handling mental health and emotional crises while providing trauma-informed treatment-based skills coaching utilizing the DBT and CBT frameworks.
- Collaborated with colleagues/community partners to access other services to meet client needs.
- Reported and documented incidents, services provided, and clients' daily progress inside and outside the residence.
After-School Program Leader
BGC West Scarborough
Scarborough, ON
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Created engaging and age-appropriate activities and lesson plans to enrich the after-school program experience for children aged 6-12, fostering educational and recreational growth.
- Provided effective leadership and supervision to ensure the safety and well-being of participants, offering guidance and support during activities and homework sessions.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills in interacting with parents, guardians, and stakeholders, providing regular updates on children's progress and program activities.
- Worked collaboratively with a team to coordinate and implement various program initiatives, facilitating a positive and inclusive environment for children.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Care
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON04-2025
Ontario College Advanced Diploma - Child And Youth Care
George Brown College
Toronto, ON04-2022
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Program development and implementation
- Trauma-informed care
- Strength-based approach
Timeline
After-School Site Coordinator
City of Toronto
09.2023 - Current
Team Leader
East York East Toronto Family Resources
06.2023 - 08.2023
Child and Youth Worker
Kinnect Support Services
06.2023 - 07.2023
Practicum Student
Youthlink
09.2022 - 04.2023
After-School Program Leader
BGC West Scarborough
09.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Child And Youth Care
Toronto Metropolitan University
Ontario College Advanced Diploma - Child And Youth Care
George Brown College
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