SARABJEET KAUR
Barrhead
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated child and youth care professional with over 3.5 years of experience in residential care, program coordination, and team leadership. Proven ability to lead and mentor frontline staff, deliver trauma-informed care, and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders. Passionate about creating safe, nurturing environments for children and youth to thrive.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Care Worker
Blue Heron Support Services Assn
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered daily care, behavioural support, and life skills coaching to youth in care
- Applied de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies aligned with trauma-informed practices
- Maintained thorough documentation of progress, incidents, and communication with guardians and professionals
- Participated in interdisciplinary meetings to support client goal setting and case planning
Senior Child and Youth Care Worker
COMMUNITY SERVICES
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Provide direct care and support to children and youth with complex needs in a trauma-informed residential setting
- Mentor and support a team of CYCWs, assisting with onboarding, daily operations, and problem-solving
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement individualized care plans
- Complete and review incident reports, ensuring all documentation meets regulatory standards
- Support team scheduling, shift coverage, and workflow coordination
Education
Diploma - Developmental Service Worker
St. Clair College
Chatham, Ontario07-2021
High school - Medical
MERITORIOUS SCHOOL
IN04.2018
Skills
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Staff Leadership & Supervision
- Critical Incident Reporting
- Stakeholder Collaboration (Children’s Services, FSCD, PDD)
- Program Scheduling & Operations
- Direct Child & Youth Support
- Performance Coaching
- Conflict Resolution & De-escalation
- Cultural Sensitivity & Inclusion
Certification
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- First Aid & CPR Level C
- Suicide Intervention (ASIST)
- Medication Administration Training
- Class 5 Driver’s License (with a reliable vehicle)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Timeline
Child and Youth Care Worker
Blue Heron Support Services Assn
06.2023 - Current
Senior Child and Youth Care Worker
COMMUNITY SERVICES
03.2021 - 02.2023
Diploma - Developmental Service Worker
St. Clair College
High school - Medical
MERITORIOUS SCHOOL
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