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
