Jessica Lindenaar
Calgary
Summary
Dedicated and Certified Child and Youth Care Counsellor with nearly a decade of experience in social services, seeking to leverage skills, expertise, and commitment to addressing barriers impacting Indigenous communities in a corporate setting. Eager to contribute administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills to advance corporate initiatives aligned with Truth and Reconciliation commissions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Child and Youth Care Counselor
Hull Services
01.2015 - Current
- Provided services to vulnerable youth impacted by sexual exploitation within a multidisciplinary team.
- Collaborated with clinicians, nurses, medical doctors, government agencies, and Indigenous Elders to ensure culturally appropriate treatment for Indigenous clients.
- Demonstrated an ongoing commitment to addressing the commissions of the Truth and Reconciliation Act through continuous training and conversations with Indigenous elders.
- Welcomed Indigenous infrastructure to the agency, fostering a culturally inclusive environment.
- Supervised and trained new staff, managed agency documentation, and completed time-sensitive reports and progress plans.
Program Development & Outreach Counselor
Hull Services
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with #NotInMyCity to develop and implement an outreach program for vulnerable youth at risk of or victimized by sexual exploitation.
- Independently created culturally sensitive program documentation for Indigenous youth, considering their unique needs and community context.
- Managed own time and schedule, ensuring timely completion of tasks and meeting deadlines.
- Oversaw administrative tasks for internal and external stakeholders, including progress reports, program statistics, and initiatives.
- Provided outreach services to youth and families, establishing trustworthy relationships within the community.
- Collaborated with multiple stakeholders, including Calgary Police Services, Child and Family Services, Alberta Health Services, Indigenous Communities, Elders, and various agencies across Alberta.
- Attended weekly community meetings, contributing to discussions on creating safer communities and addressing barriers impacting Indigenous communities.
Education
Certified Child And Youth Care Counselor -
Child And Youth Care Association of Alberta
Calgary, ABBachelor of Child And Youth Care Counselling -
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC04.2023
Diploma in Child And Youth Care Counselling -
Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB04.2016
Skills
- Active Listening & Effective Communication
- Family and Community Support
- Multicultural Competence
- Group Facilitation
- Conflict Resolution
- Trauma-Informed Care
Timeline
Program Development & Outreach Counselor
Hull Services
06.2022 - 03.2023
Certified Child and Youth Care Counselor
Hull Services
01.2015 - Current
Certified Child And Youth Care Counselor -
Child And Youth Care Association of Alberta
Bachelor of Child And Youth Care Counselling -
University of Victoria
Diploma in Child And Youth Care Counselling -
Mount Royal University
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