Social Service Worker
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I am currently enrolled in the 2-year Masters in Social Work program at Kings University.
I am also employed at Atlohsa as a Housing Support Worker, where I support Indigenous individuals facing barriers by assisting them with securing housing and maintaining housing stability while also engaging in case management.
I am especially passionate about working with vulnerable populations such as those with disabilities, youth, racialized peoples and the unhoused community. My approach is both trauma-informed and harm-reductionist in nature, as well as culturally appropriate for each individual whom I work with.
Housing Support Worker. April 2023 – August 2024
● Communicate with other partnering agencies to provide wrap-around care for clients.
● Engage in case management and advocacy to secure housing and facilitate housing stability.
● Navigate social assistance programs in a manner compliant with client confidentiality.
● Support clients with accessing mental health and addictions resources in a harm-reductionist manner.
Program Support Worker December 2022 – April 2023
● Facilitate access to community resources to meet participants health, hygiene, and housing needs.
● Maintain health and safety in program areas and ensured participants remain in designated areas.
● Effectively respond to emergency situations and communicate with first responders.
Child & Youth Neighbourhood Worker May 2022 – September 2022
● Involvement in program planning by researching and preparing activities for after-school program.
● Effectively engage in conflict resolution with children using trauma-informed techniques.
● Consult with fellow staff members to resolve behavioural issues and provide accommodations.
Nanny May 2021 – September 2021
● Provided nanny services involving preparing food, cleaning, and other general household tasks.
● Faced the challenges associated with a lively toddler and performed expected childcare duties.
● Assisted with daily care, nurturing and play as well as coordinated daily activities and scheduling.
The University of Western Ontario
Bachelor of Arts Honours, Faculty of Social Science
Awards: The Western Scholarship of Distinction, Deans Honors List, Gold Medal
