Tina Baker
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with extensive experience in family wellness, support work, and behavioral management. Skilled in fostering positive relationships with children, youth, and families to provide tailored support and promote personal growth. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Indigenous Studies, with a strong academic foundation in cultural awareness and mental health. Proven ability to collaborate with diverse teams, develop client-centered strategies, and effectively address challenges. Adept at managing caseloads, conducting assessments, and facilitating community-based programs to empower individuals and enhance their well-being. Committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of others through empathy, advocacy, and evidence-based practices.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foster Parent
Government of Alberta
03.2012 - 06.2023
- Fostered children of all ages with complex needs for over 20 years
- Built strong relationships with young people and service teams to deliver high-quality care
- Participated in Service Team Meetings and contributed to the development of Service Plans
- Demonstrated superior communication and problem-solving skills
Family Wellness Worker
Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Advocated for clients and supported them in court settings
- Assisted in Service Team Meetings and the creation of Service Plans
- Maintained accurate and timely monthly reports and case notes on ETO
- Coordinated supervised visits and arranged resources to help clients achieve independence
Family Support Worker/ Foster Parent
Ben Calf Robe Society
11.2001 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with families involved with Children Services to achieve service plan goals
- Fostered children, maintained positive relationships with biological parents, and facilitated successful reintegration
- Supported children with Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and other special needs, fostering long-term development and independence
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Indigenous Studies
University of Athabasca
Athabasca, ABTeacher's Assistance Diploma - Behavior Management
Saskatchewan Institute of Science & Technology
12.1999
Skills
- Assessing client needs
- Creative problem solving
- Trauma-informed care
- Observing triggers and patterns
- Teaching self-regulation
- Teaching life skills
- Team collaboration
- Creating service plans (harm reduction measures)
- Creating safety plans using Signs of Safety
- Knowledge in ETO reporting
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Cree
Elementary
Certification
- Crisis Intervention
- Taming the Tiger
- Goals of Misbehavior
- Resources to Support Transitions
- Creating a Developmental Environment
- Managing Attachment Issues
- Introduction to FASD
- Child Advocate Training
- Monitoring Severe Behavior
- Aboriginal Awareness Training
- Standard First Aid and CPR Training
- Suicide Awareness Training
- 5 Day Signs of Safety
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Medication Administration
- WHMIS & Workplace Health and Safety
Timeline
Family Wellness Worker
Bent Arrow Traditional Healing Society
03.2016 - 01.2018
Foster Parent
Government of Alberta
03.2012 - 06.2023
Family Support Worker/ Foster Parent
Ben Calf Robe Society
11.2001 - 01.2016
Teacher's Assistance Diploma - Behavior Management
Saskatchewan Institute of Science & Technology
- Crisis Intervention
- Taming the Tiger
- Goals of Misbehavior
- Resources to Support Transitions
- Creating a Developmental Environment
- Managing Attachment Issues
- Introduction to FASD
- Child Advocate Training
- Monitoring Severe Behavior
- Aboriginal Awareness Training
- Standard First Aid and CPR Training
- Suicide Awareness Training
- 5 Day Signs of Safety
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
- Medication Administration
- WHMIS & Workplace Health and Safety
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Indigenous Studies
University of Athabasca
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