Vanessa Seamont
North Bay,ON
Summary
Algonquin and bilingual (French/English), with extensive experience supporting diverse populations, including the homeless, students, women, and individuals facing mental health challenges. Expertise in crisis intervention, advocacy, and client-centered support, enabling effective connections to essential resources. Committed to fostering positive change and driven to empower individuals on their journeys to recovery and well-being. Successful in building impactful relationships that facilitate growth and resilience in those served.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Shopper/Delivery Driver
Instacart, DoorDash, UberEats and SkipTheDishes
11.2022 - Current
- Maintains high satisfaction ratings by making good selections for customers and completing orders quickly.
Student Social Worker
Nipissing Transition House
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Supported women (16+) and children fleeing violence and/or seeking housing by providing advocacy, safety planning, and resources.
- Ensured the safety of residents and staff by applying workplace policies and procedures.
- Applied intervention skills to identify high-risk and low-risk situations, escalating concerns appropriately.
- Developed strong, professional relationships with clients while maintaining clear boundaries and confidentiality.
- Problem-solved and recommended tailored resources based on each client’s unique circumstances by connecting them to strong long-term supports (such as DNSSAB, CMHA, ACNBA and KATIE).
- Created a comprehensive resource binder with community services for shelter residents.
Literacy Coach
Employment Ontario
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Assessed the literacy needs of students.
- Worked closely with students, while monitoring their progress and providing feedback.
- Motivated students with positive reinforcement.
- Organized and fundraised for the 2022 Hilda Fowke Memorial Spelling Bee and Dinner.
Student Social Worker
Northwood Recovery
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Developed realistic treatment plans for clients struggling with addiction and mental health issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals to monitor the clients' progress and adapt treatment plans to meet their changing needs/goals (such as methadone, suboxone, smoke cessation).
- Assisted clients in developing realistic goals to promote positive change based on their social, emotional and psychological needs.
- Guided clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate social services (such as housing, rehabilitation programs, detoxification centres, domestic violence shelters, and medical care).
- Built professional relationships with clients and their families to provide empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures (such as wellness check notes and urine screening results in VSee/PatientVu).
- Advocated for clients to assure that their fundamental rights are respected.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual interventions.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
Supply Teacher and Teaching Assistant
Conseil Scolaire Viamonde
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Followed classroom plans left by the class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs within the classroom.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with other staff members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions to ensure that all students are always safe.
Kitchen Staff Member
Around My Gluten-Free Table
11.2018 - 10.2020
- Prepared gluten-free meals according to strict dietary guidelines, ensuring safety (avoiding cross-contamination) and quality standards.
- Managed time efficiently to juggle multiple tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, adhering to health regulations consistently.
Customer Service Cashier/Kitchen Staff Member
Swirleez Frozen Yogurt
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Made meals and desserts according to standard recipes.
- Followed the proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Managed time efficiently to juggle multiple tasks (such as organizing inventory and providing customer service).
- Performed cash and card transactions to complete customer purchases.
Occasional Babysitter
Self-Employed
01.2013 - 12.2017
- Established and maintained a safe play environment for children.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and behaviours.
- Reassured children when upset by providing emotional support and stability.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Social Work With Minor in Sociology
Laurentian University
Sudbury, ON04.2026
High School Diploma -
École Secondaire Roméo-Dallaire
Barrie, ON04.2019
Skills
- Bilingual in French and English
- Case documenting and assessments
- Strong communication & teamwork
- Client confidentiality
Certification
- Standard First Aid with BLS for Healthcare Providers (HPC) CPR/AED - Heartzap Safety Training & Equipment (September 2022)
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training – Crisis Prevention Institute (September 2022)
- Person-Centered Language - Behavioural Supports Ontario (September 2020)
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps - Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (September 2022)
- Formation de Compétences en leadership - York University (2017)
- Smart Serve - Smart Serve Ontario (April 2020)
- Gluten-Free Training for the Food Service and Hospitality Industry - Canadian Celiac Association (July 2019)
- Gardiens Avertis - Croix-Rouge Canadienne
- Full G driver's license
Timeline
Personal Shopper/Delivery Driver
Instacart, DoorDash, UberEats and SkipTheDishes
11.2022 - Current
Student Social Worker
Nipissing Transition House
10.2022 - 04.2023
Literacy Coach
Employment Ontario
07.2022 - 09.2022
Student Social Worker
Northwood Recovery
01.2022 - 04.2022
Supply Teacher and Teaching Assistant
Conseil Scolaire Viamonde
03.2020 - 12.2021
Kitchen Staff Member
Around My Gluten-Free Table
11.2018 - 10.2020
Customer Service Cashier/Kitchen Staff Member
Swirleez Frozen Yogurt
05.2018 - 08.2019
Occasional Babysitter
Self-Employed
01.2013 - 12.2017
Bachelor's Degree - Social Work With Minor in Sociology
Laurentian University
High School Diploma -
École Secondaire Roméo-Dallaire