Hoping to find a Social Service Worker placement where I can actively articulate my abilities and experiences while providing social services to clients within the organization.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
YMCA of Greater
Toronto, ON
M1B 5K9
Design a welcome package for mentors to self-identified black youths
Create flyer for black history months celebration
Contact potential mentees for the Black Achievers Program
Contact mentees via emails and call for follow-up while documenting their responses
Administrative duties such as photocopying, filing as well assembling new member’s file
Receive calls and direct them to the relevant personnel.
Simpact
Job Skill Placement Agency
Newmarket On
Supported individuals finding affordable housing funded by the government
Assisted with data entries, filing and other administrative tasks.
Caseworker
Darren Nickerson
09.2023 - 04.2024
Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
Created treatment or service plan meeting each client's individualized needs.
Documented progress in treatment plans, educational, and recreational activities and maintained updated case records.
Determined eligibility and suitability for programs by performing client intake interviews and bio-psycho-social assessments.
Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations.
Assisted clients in preparing applications for social security benefits, housing and assistance programs.
Facilitated client support groups to provide resources and assistance.
Recorded case notes and performed follow-up documentation for admitted and transferred patients; led both group and individual counseling sessions.
Conducted home visits to assess living environment and provided appropriate referrals.
Education
Social Service Worker Diploma - undefined
Seneca College, Secondary School
Current
BSCN. HONS. Nursing - undefined
University of the West Indies
2018
Skills
PROFILE SUMMARY
Social Service Diploma at Seneca Polytechnic
Possess knowledge and skills required to support various groups and individuals alike
Gain professional skills through practicum and course projects
Develop suitable plans to start and run a service organization
HIGHLIGHTS OF SKILLS
Strong conflict resolution skills to handle upset and angry clients
Shows empathy and understanding of care needed by families, friends, and other individuals experiencing different types of health conditions
An active listener who is also a great communicator while demonstrating an excellent work ethic