Human/Social Service professional with over 9 years of experience working with children on the autistic spectrum and vulnerable populations. Certified in CPR/First Aid.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Worker
07.2024 - Current
For Special Needs Child
Play and engage the child in various activities
Assist with mobility support, ensuring the safety and well-being of children
Maintain a clean and organized house, promoting the comfort and mental well being of the children
Assist with dressing and undressing
Assist with feeding when necessary
Provide companionship and emotional support to children
Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for children
Read books using various techniques to promote speech.
Youth Mentor
Stardale
Calgary
01.2016 - 11.2017
Facilitate therapeutic group sessions
Provide a mentorship role for youth
Establish and maintain a trusting relationship with youth
Monitor youth visiting sessions
Awareness of trauma-informed interpersonal relations
Knowledge of culturally responsive practices for youth interactions
Aide youth to identify anger and aggressive behavior triggers
Organize food services, dates, and locations for upcoming events
Provide one on one support in reading, writing and other school work
Attend various workshops around the city
Attended First Nations/ Indigenous Ceremonies
Aware of Transgenerational Trauma and rules, regulations concerning Indigenous populations.
Technical Support
Shaw
Calgary
09.2014 - 04.2016
Facilitate lines of communication with IT specialists
Coordinating with management on technical support policies
Utilize Point of Sales retail management software services
Document customer inquiries, problem tickets, and support tools
Advertise products and services on television, radio, and Internet
Education
Human Service Diploma -
Brookes College
01.2024
Undergraduate - Social Science, Geography and History
University of Toronto
01.2015
Skills
Practicing positive reinforcement with children on the autism spectrum
Maintaining sensitivity to the verbal and non-verbal cues of children
Exploring alternative communication systems such as picture exchange communications systems, talkers, and apps with children
Teaching and advocacy on behalf of children
Fostering a conducive and calming environment for children with autistic spectrum
Helping children to establish healthy habits, develop routines, and build relationships
References
References available upon request.
Interests
Classification: , General
Classification: General
Timeline
Respite Worker
07.2024 - Current
Youth Mentor
Stardale
01.2016 - 11.2017
Technical Support
Shaw
09.2014 - 04.2016
Human Service Diploma -
Brookes College
Undergraduate - Social Science, Geography and History