Savannah Baldwin
PO 1521, Grande Cache,Alberta
Summary
Compassionate Child Care Worker with passion for teaching and supporting young students in setting foundations for life-long success. Proven to quickly develop rapport with children through friendly approach, patient demeanor and excellent communication skills. Organized with exceptional work ethic and dedication to completing projects. Skilled in both independently motivated and collaborative team settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Care Worker
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Maintained safe and clean environment for children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Established rapport with parents during pick-up and drop-off times, fostering open lines of communication.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Assisted children with special needs by effectively implementing accommodations for their success in various tasks.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Provided homework assistance for school-aged children, reinforcing classroom concepts while developing effective study habits.
- Collaborated with other educational professionals to ensure student success.
- Assisted in design and implementation of individualized learning plans for students.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to ensure positive learning environment.
Child and Youth Worker
Hand In Hand Residential Homes
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies to address challenging behaviors exhibited by young clients.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and age-appropriate programs.
- Contributed positively towards team collaborations by engaging in regular meetings and sharing insights, enhancing team cohesion.
- Organized group activities to promote social skills development among youth participants in fun yet structured environment.
- Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Provided supervision to junior staff members, offering mentorship and guidance on best practices for working with children and teenagers.
Child Care Therapist
Bayfield Treatment Centre
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Maintained detailed case notes and documentation, ensuring effective tracking of progress and continuity of care across providers.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for the children by adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with provincial licensing regulations by maintaining accurate records on each child under care.
- Assisted children with special needs by effectively implementing accommodations for their success in various tasks.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Enhanced children''s social skills by facilitating group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved emotional well-being of children through providing consistent support and empathy in various situations.
- Administered prescribed medication in pill, liquid, and shot format.
- Coordinated with other staff members to plan and execute special events, such as holiday parties and community outreach programs.
- Created and followed budgets for events, household needs and youth necessities.
Education
Child And Youth Care Practitioner
Lakeland College
Vermilion, Alberta04.2017
Skills
- Mental Health First Aid Training
- High Attention to Details
- Strong Teamwork and Independent Skills
- Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
- Organized and Strong Cleaning Ability
- Creative Expression
- Supportive, Understanding and Easily Approachable
Timeline
Child Care Worker
Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board
01.2020 - 10.2022
Child and Youth Worker
Hand In Hand Residential Homes
01.2019 - 08.2019
Child Care Therapist
Bayfield Treatment Centre
10.2017 - 01.2019
Child And Youth Care Practitioner
Lakeland College
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