SHANNON BULL
Kamloops,BC
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated human service worker with a passion for working from an anti-oppressive and person-centered framework. Experienced in supporting individuals facing challenges with mental health (acute and chronic), substance use, and housing. Committed to advancing learning and professional development to provide the highest level of care possible.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeskills - Early Psychosis (EPI) & South Hills
INTERIOR HEALTH AUTHORITY - MHSU
05.2022 - Current
- Member of a multi-disciplinary community mental health team focused on providing wrap around support to youth and young adults in the context of first episode or early psychosis within a psycho social rehabilitation framework
- Participation in psychiatry rounds, client care planning and family meetings, along with regular planning and facilitation of both education and recreation groups
- Build rapport with clients to facilitate therapeutic relationships and work alongside clients on co-created care plans
- Attend hospital (emerg, inpatient, and tertiary) when necessary to assist with admission, discharge or reach ins
Shelter Support Worker
CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Responsible for intake assessments, engaging in various interventions, and provision of harm reduction supplies and providing first aid/requesting emergency services when needed
- Skills used include providing empathetic support, listening, validation, de-escalation, problem-solving, along with maintaining respect for the dignity and inherent worth of all people
Shelter Support Worker
OUT OF THE COLD WARMING CENTRE
11.2020 - 04.2022
- Responsible for creating a welcoming environment with a strong decolonial focus, along with providing food, clothing, toiletries, and nightly shelter to folks in need
- Respecting the self-determination of all guests and providing judgement free support in a low/no barrier environment
- Provision of harm reduction supplies/tools, assisting clients with community health navigation, and providing referrals to other community resources
Lift Operations Manager
RED MOUNTAIN RESORT
09.2017 - 08.2020
- Responsible for hiring, training and, scheduling 50+ lift operators and supervisors
- Oversee all operations and payroll
- Ensure compliance with all policies & procedures including WorkSafe BC, CSA Z98 and, the Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Employed as a lift operator from Nov'11 to March'15 and supervisor from March'15 to Sept'17.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work -
THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY
Kamloops12-2024
Human Services Diploma -
THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY
Kamloops, BC06.2022
Foodsafe - Level One -
BC Ministry of Advanced Education
Kamloops, BC04.2022
12hr Mental Health First Aid -
Mental Health Commission of Canada
Kamloops, BC08.2021
Emergency First Aid & Level A CPR -
Canadian Red Cross
Kamloops, BC04.2021
ICIFS Group Crisis Intervention Certificate -
UMBC Training Centre
Rossland11.2019
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
COURTICE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Courtice, ON06.2006
Skills
- Communication and de-escalation
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Positive attitude and team-oriented mentality
- Maintain calm under pressure/unpredictable or rapidly changing environments
- Balance authenticity and professionalism
- Natural leadership
- Committed to CASW Code of Ethics
Timeline
Lifeskills - Early Psychosis (EPI) & South Hills
INTERIOR HEALTH AUTHORITY - MHSU
05.2022 - Current
Shelter Support Worker
CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION
04.2021 - 05.2022
Shelter Support Worker
OUT OF THE COLD WARMING CENTRE
11.2020 - 04.2022
Lift Operations Manager
RED MOUNTAIN RESORT
09.2017 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Social Work -
THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY
Human Services Diploma -
THOMPSON RIVERS UNIVERSITY
Foodsafe - Level One -
BC Ministry of Advanced Education
12hr Mental Health First Aid -
Mental Health Commission of Canada
Emergency First Aid & Level A CPR -
Canadian Red Cross
ICIFS Group Crisis Intervention Certificate -
UMBC Training Centre
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
COURTICE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Hobbies
Mountain biking, snowboarding, xc skiing, camping, canoeing, and adventuring with my dog and partner.
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Volunteer Experience
- TEAM LEADER, POINT IN TIME COUNT, Kamloops BC, April 2021 and April 2023
- CRISIS LINE RESPONDER, INTERIOR CRISIS LINE NETWORK, Trail BC, March 2020 - September 2020
References
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
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