Vanessa Tureczek
Comox,BC
Summary
Mental health and addictions rehabilitation worker with expertise in crisis intervention and client monitoring. Skilled in facilitating peer support and advocating for mental health to enhance client personal development. Proven ability to support individuals in achieving recovery goals through effective communication and intervention strategies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker
Vancouver Island Health Authority
Courtenay, BC
03.2023 - Current
- Ensured client and staff safety through strict adherence to safety protocols.
- Facilitated support groups to promote peer interaction and communication.
- Provided crisis intervention to maintain client safety and stability.
- Provided crisis intervention to ensure client safety and stability.
- Monitored client behaviors, reporting changes promptly to treatment teams.
- Supported clients in goal-setting to enhance personal development initiatives.
- Supported individuals with co-occurring substance abuse and mental health challenges to promote recovery.
- Identified and reported suicide risk indicators among high-risk patients to enhance intervention strategies.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Support Worker
North Island College
CourtenaySkills
- crisis intervention
- client monitoring
- client relationship management
- effective communication
- mental health advocacy
- goal-setting support
Certification
First Aid and CPR, Food Safe, WHMIS
Timeline
Mental Health & Addictions Rehabilitation Worker
Vancouver Island Health Authority
03.2023 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Support Worker
North Island College