Sandra Doucette
Social Service Worker
Atikokan,Ontario
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. . Adept at responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully. Passionate about client support and resource advocacy. Expert in crisis handling, alliance building and service screening. Highly motivated and enthusiastic about helping people in need.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Casual Lunch Worker/Custodian
Rainy River District School Board
Atikokan, Ontario
11.2021 - Current
- Work independently and within team; to provide a sanitary and safe environment
- Provide nutritional meals to 400 people of all ages, cultural and social backgrounds in fast-paced setting.
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Crisis Line & Residential Counsellor
Rainy River Shelter Of Hope
Atikokan, Ontario
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Professional responded to incoming crisis calls, texts, and chats from woman and families in crisis
- With empathy, strong listening and communication skills identified areas to support clients.
- Detailed documentation and research using computer programs and databases.
- Demonstrated strong passion to improve quality of life in all areas for individuals. This was accomplished by; advocating for client, researching eligible programs and services assisting in filling out appropriate forms and connecting clients with other services.
Crisis Counselor
Beendigen Womens Shelter
Thunder Bay, ON
10.2016 - 09.2020
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and addiction issues; as well as financial and emotional issues.
Child Welfare Caseworker
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
Thunder Bay, ON
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Native Child & Family Services/ Social Service Wor
09.2015 - 05.2017
Skills
Planning, sanitazing, safe enviorement,
undefinedCertification
Suicide Prevention Certificate
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Casual Lunch Worker/Custodian - Rainy River District School Board
11.2021 - Current
Crisis Line & Residential Counsellor - Rainy River Shelter Of Hope
10.2021 - 09.2022
Child Welfare Caseworker - Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
05.2017 - 01.2019
Crisis Counselor - Beendigen Womens Shelter
10.2016 - 09.2020
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology - Bachelor of Arts, Native Child & Family Services/ Social Service Wor
09.2015 - 05.2017
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