Rosie Siljanoski
Etobicoke,Canada
Summary
Compassionate and collaborative Registered Social Service Worker with over 2 years of experience supporting seniors and individuals facing serious illness through inclusive wellness programming, volunteer coordination, and therapeutic engagement. Skilled in person- and family-centered care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and culturally humble service delivery. Proven ability to design, deliver, and evaluate group and individual wellness initiatives that enhance quality of life and emotional well-being. Dedicated to creating safe, accessible, and dignified hospice environments that support the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of clients and their families.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Program Coordinator
ESS Support Services
12.2024 - Current
- Lead the implementation of therapeutic cognitive, recreational, and wellness programs tailored to diverse senior populations
- Perform regular client assessments and maintain accurate documentation using Alayacare
- Mentor and coordinate student placements and volunteers to enhance engagement outcomes
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and external partners to optimize service delivery and client care
Wellness Assistant Coordinator
Dorothy Ley Hospice
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Facilitated weekly wellness programming for the Wellness Day Program, integrating complementary therapies and therapeutic models of care
- Completed comprehensive needs assessments for clients and caregivers to inform individualized wellness care plans
- Coordinated volunteer support, onboarding, and training for complementary service delivery
- Supported community and bereavement outreach initiatives through client-centered engagement and wellness activities
- Participated in hospice Rounds and contributed to interdisciplinary care planning
Placement Student
Dorothy Ley Hospice
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated therapeutic group sessions and wellness checks, fostering emotional safety and connection
- Supported cross-team initiatives to deliver palliative, spiritual, and psychosocial care in residential and community settings
- Gathered and analyzed participant feedback to improve wellness program delivery
Placement Student & Volunteer
ESS Support Services
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Delivered individualized client-centered programs in a wellness setting, promoting meaningful engagement and emotional support
- Designed and facilitated individualized Snoezelen and Montessori-based programs to enhance cognitive and emotional engagement with service users
- Facilitated chair-based movement and cognitive engagement activities
- Contributed to Joint Health & Safety and Ethics Committee initiatives and organized National Ethics Week activities
Freelance
Private Caregiver
11.2017 - 03.2021
- Provided compassionate and respectful personal care, respite, and wellness support for individuals with complex needs
- Supported individuals navigating serious illness by promoting routine wellness practices such as light movement, nature exposure, guided relaxation, and emotional check-ins
- Developed strong therapeutic rapport to help reduce feelings of isolation, fear, and loss of purpose during end-of-life transitions
Education
Honours Bachelor - Indigenous Social Work
Laurentian University
04.2027
Social Service Worker Diploma - Honours
Humber Polytechnic
04.2024
Skills
- Development and management of programs
- Proficient in wellness therapies
- Volunteer onboarding
- Knowledge of end-of-life care
- Supportive group engagement
- Proficient in client evaluations
- Data analysis and evaluation
- Cross-functional team collaboration
- Legacy project management
- Client advocacy
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Case documentation
- Relationship building
Certification
- Compassion in Action: Managing Difficult Conversations in Palliative Care – University of Toronto, Aug 2024
- InterRAI CHA New Assessor – Ontario Health Central, Oct 2022
- Mental Health First Aid Standard – MHCC, Jun 2022
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED (Level C) – Canadian Red Cross, Jun 2022
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness – Ontario Ministry of Labour, Jun 2022
Affiliations
Registered Social Service Worker (RSSW) – Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
Timeline
Senior Program Coordinator
ESS Support Services
12.2024 - Current
Wellness Assistant Coordinator
Dorothy Ley Hospice
08.2023 - 12.2024
Placement Student
Dorothy Ley Hospice
01.2023 - 08.2023
Placement Student & Volunteer
ESS Support Services
09.2022 - 12.2022
Freelance
Private Caregiver
11.2017 - 03.2021
Social Service Worker Diploma - Honours
Humber Polytechnic
Honours Bachelor - Indigenous Social Work
Laurentian University
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