Shaun Sparrow
Orillia,ON
Summary
A caring and motivated Social Service Worker Student who can stay calm in stressful situations and be counted on to have a positive attitude. Capacity to work successfully independently and within a multidisciplinary team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Support Worker
Our Center Foster Care
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced family stability by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Strengthened families'' resilience through crisis intervention, counseling, and referral services.
- Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems, advocating for their rights and accessing essential services.
- Conducted thorough assessments of family dynamics and needs, developing detailed case plans to address challenges effectively.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the provision of holistic care for families in need.
- Provided ongoing guidance to at-risk youth, helping them develop essential life skills and coping strategies.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, fostering trust necessary for effective intervention.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Amped 2 Go International Leadership Exchange
01.2008 - Current
- Direct and run mission organization.
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Work independently and with a team of board of directors.
- Organize and lead all the overseas mission trips.
- Train people to work in cross-cultural environments.
- Involved in fundraising.
- Treasurer of the Board of Directors.
- Founder of the organization.
- Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization''s mission.
RELIEF SHELTER WORKER
Lighthouse
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Improved shelter residents'' mental well-being by conducting regular emotional support sessions and group activities.
- Enhanced living conditions for shelter occupants through diligent cleaning and maintenance of facility spaces.
- Ensured safety of residents by monitoring and enforcing shelter rules and protocols consistently.
- Streamlined intake process, effectively assessing new clients'' needs and determining appropriate resources.
- Developed comprehensive case management plans, addressing the individual needs of clients and facilitating their progress toward self-sufficiency.
- Addressed crises with sensitivity, utilizing conflict resolution skills to maintain a safe environment for all parties involved.
- • Use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach while working with all participants of the shelter.
VP OF OPERATIONS
Drywallers.ca
12.2012 - 08.2022
- Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering, and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
- Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
- Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.
- Coordinated office activities and operations to ensure efficiency and company policy compliance.
- Automated office operations for managing client correspondence, payment schedules, record tracking and data communications.
- Managed company operations with responsibility for profit and loss, scheduling, training and inventory control.
- Delivered positive customer experiences by implementing effective quality assurance practices.
- Reviewed daily financial reports and reconciled accounts to keep information current and accurate.
- Cultivated and maintained positive working relationships with employees, executives and other stakeholders.
- Coordinated work across departments to keep teams on track with company goals.
YOUTH PASTOR
Simcoside Lifepoint Church
01.2010 - 12.2012
- Revitalized youth ministry by developing engaging programs and activities focused on spiritual growth.
- Mentored young adults through one-on-one counseling sessions, fostering personal development and spiritual growth.
- Increased youth group attendance by creating dynamic worship services tailored to engage a younger audience.
- Collaborated with church leadership to develop strategies for growing the congregation's youth ministry program.
- Strengthened relationships between families and the church by hosting family-focused events and providing resources for parents.
- Improved communication among youth group members with regular social media updates, newsletters, and announcements about upcoming events.
- Developed strong connections within the local community by partnering with schools, organizations, and other churches on various initiatives.
- Implemented creative solutions for generating excitement about youth ministry events using multimedia presentations, games, and live music performances.
- Ensured a safe environment for all participants during activities by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Facilitated collaboration among different age groups within the congregation through joint service projects and shared learning experiences.
- Managed budgets responsibly while prioritizing spending on essential materials needed for effective programming in line with church goals.
- Recruited volunteers from the congregation to assist in various aspects of the youth ministry program such as event planning or leading small groups during Bible studies or retreats.
- Created an inclusive atmosphere that welcomed individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering a sense of unity and belonging within the youth group.
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
- Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
Education
Diploma - FORESTRY AND CONSERVATION
Ashworth University
Barrie, ONDiploma - Social Service Worker
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
Thunder Bay, ON04.2024
Skills
- Care Plan Intervention
- Child Development
- Behavioral Support
- Community Resources
- Role Modeling
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Crisis Intervention
- Coaching
- Trauma-informed care
- Active listening
- Decision making
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving abilities
- Empathy and compassion
- Self-awareness
- Organizational skills
- Goal setting
- Community outreach
- Family Support
- Service Planning
- Client Documentation
- Home Visits
- Foster Care Youth
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- Mental Health Support
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Client Advocacy
- Team Building and Motivation
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Standard First Aid CPR C & Defibrillator
- UMAB - Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behavior
- PRIDE (Parent Resources for Information, Development and Education
- COVID Vaccinations
- 4 Seasons of Reconciliation Post-Secondary
Students Course - Psychotropic medication certificate
Timeline
Family Support Worker
Our Center Foster Care
09.2023 - Current
RELIEF SHELTER WORKER
Lighthouse
10.2022 - 04.2023
VP OF OPERATIONS
Drywallers.ca
12.2012 - 08.2022
YOUTH PASTOR
Simcoside Lifepoint Church
01.2010 - 12.2012
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Amped 2 Go International Leadership Exchange
01.2008 - Current
Diploma - FORESTRY AND CONSERVATION
Ashworth University
Diploma - Social Service Worker
Confederation College of Applied Arts And Technology
- Standard First Aid CPR C & Defibrillator
- UMAB - Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behavior
- PRIDE (Parent Resources for Information, Development and Education
- COVID Vaccinations
- 4 Seasons of Reconciliation Post-Secondary
Students Course - Psychotropic medication certificate
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