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Samantha Clement-Dash

Carleton Place,ON

Summary

Dedicated Counsellor offering 12 years of counseling and crisis intervention expertise. Offering comprehensive background in social services and addiction, as well as strong interpersonal, organizational and computer skills. Builds client rapport and assesses needs to provide appropriate resources.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Family Support Counsellor

Newgate 180 Addiction Rehab
03.2020 - Current
  • Developed a comprehensive one-year family program delivered in two phases providing psychoeducational support, case management, and referrals to community supports.
  • Facilitated weekly psychoeducational groups for families to increase awareness and understanding of addiction, recovery needs, and to foster skills development.
  • Coordinated referrals for additional services such as mental health treatment or legal assistance when appropriate, streamlining access to critical resources for clients.
  • Reduced stress levels within families by providing crisis intervention services during times of conflict or emergency situations.
  • Monitored client progress, adjusting interventions based on feedback and observed outcomes.
  • Assisted clients in navigating complex social service systems, advocating for their needs and connecting them with valuable resources.
  • Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
  • Provided supportive intervention and feedback to up to 30 families during family support meeting weekly.

Relapse Prevention and Continuing Care Counsellor

Newgate 180 Addictions Rehab
04.2017 - Current
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting peer support and engagement.
  • Conducted assessments to identify substance use patterns and mental health issues.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies.
  • Provided crisis intervention, de-escalating high-stress situations effectively.
  • Mentored junior counselors, fostering professional growth and development.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to improve treatment outcomes for clients.
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Led psychoeducational groups to increase awareness and understanding of recovery barriers and community resources.
  • Provided comprehensive case management services via teletherapy, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources throughout the first year of recovery post-residential treatment.
  • Managed email responses, incoming telephone calls, and MS teams meetings throughout scheduled shift while also tending to client needs.
  • Managed a caseload of approximately 30-40 clients in continuing care.

Child and Youth Worker - Supervisor

Terrace Youth Residential Services
05.2013 - 04.2017
  • Developed individualized care plans to meet diverse needs of children and youth.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
  • Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions.
  • Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development within the team.
  • Evaluated program effectiveness, recommending improvements based on feedback.
  • Advocated for client needs within community resources and service providers.
  • Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
  • Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
  • Advocated for client needs within various systems, such as schools, courts, and social service agencies.
  • Taught life skills and coping mechanisms to residential population in one-on-one and group settings.
  • Built trust and rapport with children and youth, serving as reliable mentor and advocate.
  • Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
  • Mentored team members, fostering skill development and enhancing performance.
  • Resolved conflicts and facilitated communication among team members to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Oversaw daily operations of the group home, ensuring smooth and therapeutic care of the youth.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency, communication, and organization.
  • Managed supervision of up to 10 youth at one time depending on complexity of needs.

Education

Post-Graduate Certificate - Victomology

Algonquin College
Ottawa
04-2015

Diploma - Community And Justice Service Worker

Loyalist College of Applied Arts And Technology
Belleville
04-2013

Skills

  • Team collaboration skills
  • Commitment to ethical standards
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Multicultural competence
  • Case management for relapse prevention
  • Local resource management
  • Care plan development
  • Crisis intervention

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Certification

  • Certified Arise Interventionist (CAI), ARISE Network- 2022-current
  • NAADAC Member in good standing - 239622

Timeline

Family Support Counsellor

Newgate 180 Addiction Rehab
03.2020 - Current

Relapse Prevention and Continuing Care Counsellor

Newgate 180 Addictions Rehab
04.2017 - Current

Child and Youth Worker - Supervisor

Terrace Youth Residential Services
05.2013 - 04.2017

Post-Graduate Certificate - Victomology

Algonquin College

Diploma - Community And Justice Service Worker

Loyalist College of Applied Arts And Technology

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