Valina Phillion

2023 - Sunworks Arts and Cultural Society - Indigenous Outreach Program Indigenous Counselor/Outreach worker.

● Self-directed with strong communication, boundaries, professionalism, as well as demonstrated time management, critical thinking, decision making and problem solving skills.

● Working knowledge of Indigenous culture, history, and social determinants of health with a strong working knowledge of client experienced barriers to health access.

● Understanding of physical, emotional, mental and spiritual wellness within an Indigenous way of knowing.

● Strong understanding of harm reduction, anti-oppressive practice, and trauma informed practice. Strong understanding of the effects of colonization and intergenerational trauma.

● Proven skills in building rapport relationships with individuals.

• Met with clients to assess their substance issues
• Educate clients on coping mechanisms
• Track and analyze patient recovery progression
• Craft patient crisis management plans
• Intervene during emergency situations
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Assisted in conducting assessments, gathering essential data for accurate diagnosis and tailored intervention strategies.
• Utilized culturally sensitive approaches when working with diverse populations, fostering an inclusive environment that catered to all clients'' needs.

• Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
• Conducted thorough assessments to accurately identify clients'' needs and develop appropriate interventions.
• Enhanced client wellbeing by implementing personalized care plans and monitoring progress.
• Monitored client progress towards goals regularly by conducting follow-up assessments and adjusting interventions as needed.
• Advocated for clients'' rights within various systems, ensuring access to necessary services and supports.
• Utilized a strengths-based approach when working with clients, building on existing capabilities for sustained improvement.