SHERYL-LYNN CADOGAN-UDEH
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dynamic social services professional with a strong track record in facilitating impactful workshops and effective conflict resolution. Proficient in developing client-centered plans that empower vulnerable populations, while leveraging analytical thinking and collaboration to enhance service delivery. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of relevant legislation and trauma-informed principles, ensuring respectful and effective support. Aiming to further contribute to community well-being through innovative program development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Facilitator Within the Gang Prevention Intervention Programs
Canadian Training Institute
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and delivered psychological, social, and emotional workshops, including mental health, stress management, time management, internet safety, bystander effects, and employment.
- I attended client locations to deliver workshops to participants.
- I wrote daily case notes and incident reports when needed.
- Maintained open communication between CTI and clients.
- Worked within a team with co-facilitators.
- Ensured that YAS, YES, and participant surveys were administered and completed as per the funder's request.
Paralegal
Leslyn Lewis Barristers & Solicitors, Lewis Law Firm
05.2016 - 06.2021
- Assisted clients to gain access to justice by helping them to complete legal forms and relevant documentation as required; balanced complex and competing priorities throughout the day
- Interacted with a wide range of clients of various social and ethno-cultural backgrounds and their families while dealing with matters such as immigration, estate, and family law
- Provided social support to clients beyond their legal needs by leveraging knowledge of community resources, and the ability to navigate internal/external systems
- Conducted legal research, prepared a variety of legal documents and conducted court filings
Child & Youth Worker Relief Staff
CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETY
Special Needs Educational Assistant/Child & Youth Worker
TORONTO DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
Case Manager Assistant
JENNIE TOWN, NATIVE CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES
Legal Intake Internship
BARBRA SCHLIFER COMMEMORATIVE CLINIC
Education
Mental Health First Aid -
CANADIAN TRAINING INSTITUTE
Toronto01.2024
Homeless Shelter Worker Certificate -
CENTENNIAL COLLAGE
Scarborough01.2022
Licensed Paralegal -
LAW SOCIETY OF UPPER CANADA
Toronto01.2013
Paralegal Certificate -
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
Scarborough01.2013
Diploma - Child & Youth Worker
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
Scarborough01.2000
Skills
- Experience working in a social services setting, managing a high-volume caseload
- Support for Vulnerable Populations
- Designing Client-Centered Plans
- Collaborative skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Attentive listening
- Mutual respect
- Conflict Resolution Skills and Crisis Intervention
- Knowledge of legislation
- Knowledge of related resources and services
- Trauma-informed principles
- Understanding Housing First Framework
- Facilitating Workshops
- Valid Ontario Class G driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle
Additionalskillsandqualifications
- Foster the development of collaborative and academic skills by creating a caring environment and delivering curriculum content in an active and student centred manner using key elements such as: attentive listening, the right to participate, mutual respect, and appreciation; the three stages of collaboration: inclusion, influence and community.
- Support families and children in daily living solutions to help them in the school, home and community such as sensory integration problem solving and treatment solutions for those with autism spectrum disorders.
- Understand early patterns of development in infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developing autism spectrum disorders and apply strategies to support families as they move through the diagnostic and treatment process.
- Knowledge of legislation, including the Child and Family Service Act, Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program, Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), Residential Tenancies Act and amendments, and the Mental Health Act.
- Knowledge of related resources and services available within the City of Toronto Divisions and the community; the Toronto Shelter Standards, Housing Stability Service Planning Framework, and the Harm Reduction Framework, including trauma-informed and housing first principles.
- Valid Ontario Class G Driver's License, and access to a reliable vehicle.
Educationandprofessionaldevelopment
- Mental Health First Aid, CANADIAN TRAINING INSTITUTE, Toronto, 2024
- OHSA Violence & Harassment in the Workplace Training for Employees, Online, 2024
- OHSA Health & Safety Awareness Training for Workers, Online, 2024
- Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act Compliance Course, Online, 2024
- Homeless Shelter Worker Certificate, CENTENNIAL COLLEGE, Scarborough, 2022
- Licensed Paralegal, LAW SOCIETY OF UPPER CANADA, Toronto, 2013
- Paralegal Certificate, CENTENNIAL COLLEGE, Scarborough, 2013
- Restorative Justice Circle Facilitator, TORONTO POLICE SERVICE, 12 Division, 2013
- Diploma, Child & Youth Worker, CENTENNIAL COLLEGE, Scarborough, 2000
Previousemployment
- CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETY - Child & Youth Worker Relief Staff
- TORONTO DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD - Special Needs Educational Assistant/Child & Youth Worker
- JENNIE TOWN, NATIVE CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES - Case Manager Assistant
- BARBRA SCHLIFER COMMEMORATIVE CLINIC - Legal Intake Internship
Timeline
Program Facilitator Within the Gang Prevention Intervention Programs
Canadian Training Institute
12.2022 - 06.2024
Paralegal
Leslyn Lewis Barristers & Solicitors, Lewis Law Firm
05.2016 - 06.2021
Child & Youth Worker Relief Staff
CATHOLIC CHILDREN’S AID SOCIETY
Special Needs Educational Assistant/Child & Youth Worker
TORONTO DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD
Case Manager Assistant
JENNIE TOWN, NATIVE CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES
Legal Intake Internship
BARBRA SCHLIFER COMMEMORATIVE CLINIC
Mental Health First Aid -
CANADIAN TRAINING INSTITUTE
Homeless Shelter Worker Certificate -
CENTENNIAL COLLAGE
Licensed Paralegal -
LAW SOCIETY OF UPPER CANADA
Paralegal Certificate -
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
Diploma - Child & Youth Worker
CENTENNIAL COLLEGE
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