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Taylor Garvey

St. Catharines,Canada

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated community support professional with over 10 years in therapeutic, residential, and case management roles. Specializes in gerontology and social service work with a strong background in behavioral support, recreational programming, and mental health/addictions services. Proven ability to develop and deliver person-centered programming, connect individuals with community resources, and support vulnerable populations.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Education and Prevention Specialist

Responsible Gambling Council
04.2024 - Current
  • Provide therapeutic support to individuals and families affected by gambling-related issues.
  • Connect clients with mental health, addiction services, and credit counseling.
  • Promote safe gambling practices through education and outreach.

Intensive Case Manager

Gateway Residential & Community Support Services
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Supported individuals facing homelessness with high-acuity needs via Coordinated Access and By-Name List.
  • Connected clients with services including healthcare, addictions counseling, life skills coaching, and housing support.
  • Facilitated goal-setting, intake assessments, and applications for financial aid.

Recreation Coordinator

The Community of Lookout Ridge
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • Developed and led inclusive programs for independent, assisted, and memory care residents.
  • Collaborated with staff, residents, and volunteers to promote engagement and improve quality of life.
  • Maintained documentation using ActivityPro and PointClickCare.

Behavioural Support Lead

Niagara Support Services
07.2017 - 05.2022
  • Supported individuals with behavioral challenges and facilitated smooth transitions into group homes.
  • Administered medication, maintained detailed documentation (AIMS), and managed personal care.
  • Promoted skill-building and independence through life and social skills development.

Therapeutic Recreationist

peopleCare Hilltop Manor
08.2016 - 08.2019
  • Designed programs to support residents' physical, emotional, and cognitive health.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to deliver person-centered dementia and restorative care.
  • Utilized RAI-MDS, ActivityPro, and PointClickCare for accurate assessments and documentation.

Education

Certificate - Conscious Care And Support

University of Toronto
01-2019

Graduate Certificate - Activation Coordination in Gerontology (TR), Honours

Durham College
01-2016

Social Service Work Diploma -

Sheridan College
01-2012

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

McMaster University
01-2011

Skills

  • Equity advocate
  • Community engagement
  • Harm reduction strategies
  • Mental health awareness
  • Multicultural sensitivity

Certification

  • First Aid & CPR
  • Medication Administration
  • ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
  • Safety Care & NVCI (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention)
  • Core Fundamentals of Palliative Care
  • GPA & P.I.E.C.E.S. Dementia Care Training


Timeline

Education and Prevention Specialist

Responsible Gambling Council
04.2024 - Current

Intensive Case Manager

Gateway Residential & Community Support Services
04.2023 - 04.2024

Recreation Coordinator

The Community of Lookout Ridge
05.2022 - 04.2023

Behavioural Support Lead

Niagara Support Services
07.2017 - 05.2022

Therapeutic Recreationist

peopleCare Hilltop Manor
08.2016 - 08.2019

Certificate - Conscious Care And Support

University of Toronto

Graduate Certificate - Activation Coordination in Gerontology (TR), Honours

Durham College

Social Service Work Diploma -

Sheridan College

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

McMaster University

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