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Saye Ebrahimi

Coquitlam,BC

Summary

Seeking a challenging role that capitalizes on seven years of diverse experience in mental health and addiction support work and retail associate positions. Desire to apply strong interpersonal skills, empathy, and problem-solving abilities to a new environment, contributing positively to a team-oriented setting while further developing current professional skill set.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker

Red Fish Healing Centre
2021.10 - Current
  • Utilizes empathy and active listening skills to promote therapeutic relationships
  • Knowledgeable on mental health, substance use disorders and social issues
  • Close observation on caseloads of up to 15 clients for ensure safety and personal needs are met
  • Facilitates and charts daily groups and activities; providing psychoeducation in an engaging manner
  • Renew paperwork for passes and close observation sheets
  • Incorporates Trauma Informed Care into practice
  • Maintains self-awareness and displays cultural competency
  • Collaboratively works in interdisciplinary team and displays strong teamwork skills
  • Exceptional time management and prioritization of tasks to meet demand of unit and clients.

Mental Health and Addictions Support Worker

Burnaby Centre For Mental Health & Addictions
2019.10 - 2022.12
  • Facilitated daily group sessions, fostering active engagement and participation among attendees.
  • Assisting clients with daily tasks (ADL's)
  • Maintaining observations and support to caseloads of up to 25 clients daily
  • Collaborated seamlessly with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychiatrists, social workers, and patient care coordinators to ensure cohesive and effective teamwork
  • Develops strong and meaningful rapport with clients while encouraging recovery and wellness
  • Assertive and respectful communication with interdisciplinary team and clients

H&M Sales Advisor

H&M Hennes & Mauritz
2017.04 - 2021.02
  • Provided exceptional customer service by assisting shoppers, addressing inquiries, and resolving concerns to ensure positive shopping experience.
  • Maintained tidy and organized store environment to enhance visual appeal
  • Demonstrated product knowledge to guide customers in making informed purchasing decisions and upselling relevant items to maximize sales opportunities
  • Adapted quickly to changing priorities and peak periods, remaining flexible and responsive to meet customer needs and exceed performance expectations
  • Efficient rapport building with clientele
  • Strong communication skills between staff and customers

Education

Bachelors of Psychiatric Nursing -

Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC
12.2025

Social Service Worker Diploma -

Vancouver Career College
Coquitlam, BC
09.2019

Skills

  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Customer service experience
  • Excellent teamwork
  • Active listening and empathy
  • Strong therapeutic rapport building skills
  • Interpersonal Communication

Certification

  • Standard First aid / CPR-BLS (HCP)
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

References

References available upon request.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Mental Health & Addictions Support Worker

Red Fish Healing Centre
2021.10 - Current

Mental Health and Addictions Support Worker

Burnaby Centre For Mental Health & Addictions
2019.10 - 2022.12

H&M Sales Advisor

H&M Hennes & Mauritz
2017.04 - 2021.02

Bachelors of Psychiatric Nursing -

Douglas College

Social Service Worker Diploma -

Vancouver Career College
  • Standard First aid / CPR-BLS (HCP)
  • Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NCI)
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
Saye Ebrahimi