Natasha Chalke

Provided leadership to the organization, while modelling collaborative decision making within the organization. Assuming responsibility for the overall direction of the agency, supervising of the creation of new adoption programs, accounting and management functions, inter-agency and governmental relations, as well as Board of Director’s reporting and liaison. The Sunrise Managing Directors reported to me on the daily operation of the agency. I have provided adoption counseling to families in distress. Working with adoption agencies and foreign governments to develop adoption processes and programs. Worked in quality assurance programs as well as client follow-up. Managed relations with our licensing authority.

I have worked as an intern counsellor, under supervision, assisting a diverse client population. I have helped individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, historical trauma, relationship issues, managing emotions and self-regulation. I have also assisted couples who are struggling with interpersonal communication and connection in their relationship.

Worked directly with adoptive parents to adopt from foreign countries. Assisted them to navigate the requisite documentation. Built relationships with adoption agencies aboad and liased with the adoption agencies to complete adoptions. Assisted families in their decision making process as well as pre and post adoption support. Worked to develop new adoption programs overseas.

Draft letter writing and reported to managing partner. Direct client contact and managing client expectations through the process. Managing files from beginning through to completion .