Sirajuldin Alqadri
Hamilton,Ontario
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Mental Health and Community Support Worker with over 3 years of experience supporting children, youth, and families across diverse settings. Adept at assessing psychosocial needs, providing crisis intervention, and facilitating therapeutic and recreational programs that foster resilience, well-being, and social inclusion. Strong ability to build trust and rapport with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, ensuring culturally sensitive and inclusive care. Experienced in suicide prevention, group facilitation, advocacy, and collaboration with community partners to improve mental health outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
HATTS OFF INC, NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
Dundas, Ontario
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Facilitated therapeutic and recreational programs to promote emotional resilience, coping strategies, and social integration.
- Monitored client progress and documented behavioral and emotional changes to inform intervention planning.
- Educated youth on mental health awareness, personal well-being, and life skills.
Arabic/English Translator & Interpreter
Translation & Interpretation Hamilton
Hamilton, Ontario
11.2018 - 12.2024
- Provided interpretation services (English–Arabic) in healthcare, child welfare, and education settings.
- Supported clients navigating sensitive contexts such as mental health services and hospital care.
- Ensured culturally sensitive communication to reduce barriers in accessing community and health resources.
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Today’s Family Early Learning & Child Care
Hamilton, Ontario
03.2022 - 09.2024
- Provided individualized support to children experiencing developmental, behavioral, or emotional challenges.
- Partnered with families, educators, and health professionals to coordinate holistic care.
- Organized therapeutic activities and field trips to enhance social, emotional, and cognitive development.
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Hamilton Wentworth District School Board
Hamilton, ON
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Supported students’ academic, social, and emotional needs through individual and group interventions.
- Collaborated with teachers and mental health professionals to implement personalized support plans.
- Facilitated after-school wellness programs to promote student mental health and inclusion.
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Alisraa Community Centre
Vinnytsia, Ukraine
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Designed and delivered programs addressing mental health, education, and physical well-being of youth.
- Supported conflict resolution and crisis management, creating safe and supportive environments.
- Partnered with local schools and agencies to implement community mental health initiatives.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Fredericton, NB 12-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON05-2025
Advanced Diploma - Child And Youth Care Studies
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON 05-2024
Skills
- Therapeutic program development
- Child welfare advocacy
- Cultural sensitivity
- Crisis intervention strategies
- Community resource coordination
- Emotional resilience training
Certification
- Living Worksafe – Applied Suicide Intervention Training (ASIST) | Dec 2022
- OACYC – Member, Ontario Association of Child and Youth Care | Since Jan 2022
- Canadian Red Cross – CPR/AED & First Aid Certification | Aug 2025
Languages
Arabic
Full Professional
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
Mohawk College Soccer Varsity Team
Globe Football Club Hamilton District
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
HATTS OFF INC, NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION
09.2024 - 01.2025
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Hamilton Wentworth District School Board
05.2022 - 09.2022
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Today’s Family Early Learning & Child Care
03.2022 - 09.2024
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Alisraa Community Centre
10.2019 - 06.2020
Arabic/English Translator & Interpreter
Translation & Interpretation Hamilton
11.2018 - 12.2024
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Guelph
Advanced Diploma - Child And Youth Care Studies
Mohawk College
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