Tamara Guimond
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Highly motivated and professional Mental Health Therapist with over eighteen years of experience providing above level support to families and children in the community of Sagkeeng First Nation. Proficient in the development, management and implementation of programs, events and activities for First Nations Communities. Very knowledgeable in handling confidential documents and communicating with internal and external networks. Possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
Sagkeeng Wellness Centre, Sagkeeng Health Centre
01.2020 - Current
- Develop, implement and maintain case management plans with clients and networking organizations.
- Maintain positive and healthy working environment that meets needs of clients and community.
- Develop and implement mental health and addictions programs that suit the community's needs.
- Strong advocacy for parents and children involved in Child Welfare System
- Develop and maintain a strong wellness team to carry out the daily work obligations to community members.
Secretary Treasurer, Board of Directors
George M. Guimond Personal Care Home
01.2019 - Current
- Oversee governance and day-to-day operations.
- Monitor and support Administrator.
- Conduct annual employee evaluations.
- Arrange monthly board meetings and provide adequate notice for upcoming meetings to ensure quorum is met.
- Ensure accuracy of recording of board proceedings and minutes.
- Create strategic plans to identify short and long-term goals of the organization.
- Monitor and manage financial resources and oversee and approve annual audits.
- Maintain fiduciary duty to ensure that the organization complies with its legal obligations.
Brighter Futures Coordinator
Sagkeeng Health Centre
09.2005 - 09.2020
- Create, implement and evaluate culturally appropriate programming to meet the five program components; Mental Health, Injury Prevention, Child development, Parenting Skills and Healthy babies.
- Spearheaded large scale community events that positively impacted community while showcasing the organizations commitment to health and social responsibilities.
- Consistent data input (Mustimaw) and generated reports.
- Managed budgets skillfully by tracking expenses diligently and allocating resources appropriately based on priority needs.
Education
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB01.2025
Early Childhood Education Diploma, III -
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
Winnipeg, MB2007
Studies in Aboriginal Childcare Diploma -
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
Winnipeg, MB08.2007
Skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Experience in managing budgets and handling financial documents
- Case management proficiency
- Ability to build rapport and create safe spaces for clients and coworkers
- Conflict mediation and resolution
Certification
- Focusing-Oriented Therapy and Trauma Informed Practise, Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology 2019
- Mental Health Counselling, CTRI 2020
- Motivation Interviewing- Strategies for supporting Change, CTRI 2020
- Indigenous Board Governance Certification, ILDI 2023
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
Sagkeeng Wellness Centre, Sagkeeng Health Centre
01.2020 - Current
Secretary Treasurer, Board of Directors
George M. Guimond Personal Care Home
01.2019 - Current
Brighter Futures Coordinator
Sagkeeng Health Centre
09.2005 - 09.2020
Bachelors of Arts - Psychology
University of Manitoba
Early Childhood Education Diploma, III -
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
Studies in Aboriginal Childcare Diploma -
Red River College of Applied Arts, Science And Technology
- Focusing-Oriented Therapy and Trauma Informed Practise, Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology 2019
- Mental Health Counselling, CTRI 2020
- Motivation Interviewing- Strategies for supporting Change, CTRI 2020
- Indigenous Board Governance Certification, ILDI 2023
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