Siaka Kabba

Passionate and dedicated Social Services Worker with a focus on delivering exceptional care to youth and adults. Skilled in building strong relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds and committed to empowering clients and fostering positive outcomes. Eager to apply my education and training to make a meaningful impact in the community

Child and Youth Care Worker - ST. Leonard's Youth and Family Services

(2024-12)

• Provide trauma-informed, one-on-one and group care to youth with complex support needs, including crisis intervention and behaviour management
• Build trust and rapport with hesitant youth, facilitating relationship-building tailored to individual needs
• Support youth assessments, goal-setting, and service plan development; monitor and report progress to Program Manager
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation including logbooks, progress notes, and incident reports per regulatory standards
• Coordinate with external providers, families, and community resources to support youth's holistic development
• Recognize and de-escalate crisis situations, ensuring health and safety compliance

Practicum/Work Experience Training - Luke 15 House

(2024-05 - 2024-07)

• Provided compassionate care to clients with special needs and emotional challenges
• Maintained professional boundaries with clients and coworkers
• Safely transported clients to appointments, ensuring timely attendance
• Adhered to facility policies and procedures, upholding standards of practice
• Gained experience in supporting individuals with addiction and recovery
• Participated actively in daily scheduled activities and group meetings, supporting the Christian-based approach
• Organized and maintained client records through efficient file sorting, ensuring accurate and accessible documentation

Activity Leader - YMCA of Greater Vancouver

(2023-09 - 2024-06)

• Worked effectively within a staff team to provide an inclusive environment of support, strategies and resources for children with diverse need to fully participate within the program
• Helped children navigate conflict and role model positive behaviours
• Provided individual support to children within the program setting
• Contributed to the development, integration and maintenance of care plans within the program

Warehouse Order Picker - Atlantia

(2022-06 - 2022-08)

• Accurately gathered products and items to fulfill orders for customers
• Completed all necessary paperwork accurately within the required timeframe
• Loading, unloading and sorting of inventory, stock and supplies as required
• Light Cleaning and tidying as required to maintain a safe work environment

Sales Associate - Zara Richmond, BC

(2021-12 - 2022-04)

• Answered questions about products and services to customers
• Served as a cashier and completed transactions on the POS systems
• Maintained a clean and organized shop floor and dressing rooms at all times

Diploma - Social Service Worker Professional - Vancouver Career College, Surrey (2024-07)

Princess Margaret Secondary School (2020-06)