Allyson Schilkie Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Independent contractor supporting local small businesses with optimizing their operational processes through successful project coordination. Highlights include:• Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.• Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.• Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.• Assisted with onboarding newly hired staff members and coached on task prioritization.• Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.

Concurrently with my Clinical Executive Assistant position, I also:• Supervised concurrent projects from start (engaging stakeholders to plan, schedule, set budget) through to delivery and program evaluation.• Analyzed project performance data to identify areas of improvement.• Facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss goals, objectives, deliverables, schedules and resolve conflict.• Hired and onboarded staff members and coached peers on task prioritization.• Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status.

• Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations to support informed business decisions and boost team productivity.• Streamlined operations by writing workflows, standard operating procedures, staff contracts and business policies.• Transcribed meeting minutes to support sales, business development and marketing projects.• Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.

•Facilitating confidential, trauma-informed conversations using ADEPTS model with peers in social services and health services roles via a chat forum, phone calls and text messages •Completed 20-hours of training focused on trauma-informed and strengths-based mental health strategies, including supportive practices for individuals considering suicide, to support adults

• Adjudicated client forms for Long-Term Disability eligibility.• Conducted motivational interviewing with compassion to identify needs of client and encourage active participation in treatment planning.• Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.• Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve rehabilitation program outcomes.

•Evaluate the extent of the disability by interviewing or writing to the applicant, the employer, physicians and other medical service providers, and manage the disability file by continuously evaluating all additional medical information•Implements motivational interviewing, inclusive language and compassion to identify needs of client and encourage active participation in treatment planning•Communicates treatment plans to employer in accurate and timely manner•Evaluate health care coordination programs and rehabilitation programs to ensure they have positive effects

•Attended local venues to set up, organize and run adult sport events•Performed safety checks of facilities and equipment•Responsible for fun, friendly and safe participation in activities

Calgary, Ab

• Wrote 20-day curriculum for job readiness and career-building workshops to uplift client confidence.• Conducted assessments, interviews, and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support.• Developed relationships with diverse businesses to obtain competitive and permanent job opportunities for clients.• Advised clients on job searching, interviewing and resume writing techniques to increase employment chances.• Facilitated job fairs and industry events to build employment networks.

•Supports adults and youth with developmental disabilities in a variety of settings to promote skill development and independent living•Advises team of Family Service Workers regarding best methods of practice for inclusivity and supported learning•Designs and delivers tools/ strategies to be implemented by team to improve quality of life for clients•Utilizes harm reduction approach to support vulnerable populations gain meaningful employment, complete academic pursuits, maintain healthy relationships, independent living skills, and parenting

-Develops and implements individualized plans of care for males between the ages of 8-16 years old who are diagnosed with developmental, behavioural and/or intellectual impairments-Provides daily care and coordinates learning opportunities within the environment. -Engages in-home behavioural and social skills programs.

Kingston, Ontario, Canada

As Executive Director, I am responsible for establishing and maintaining an annual budget, designing and executing the workshop and summer camp programs, reviewing Coordinator applications as well as conducting interviews and hiring staff. I also oversee working with KEYS to hire disadvantaged youths as volunteers. As Director I have created new job positions and changed the structure of Explore to improve the experiences for the Coordinators, volunteers, campers and their families. My goal is to maintain a fun, controlled and safe environment for the entire Kingston community.

As Workshop Coordinator, administered geographic workshops in local schools. Contacted principals and teachers via e-mail. Created eight school board approved workshops. As Inclusion Coordinator duties included creating a flexible, more inclusive camp atmosphere by providing support, guidance, and aid to children with disability.

Grant And Proposal Writing

Postgraduate Degree, Psychosocial Rehabilitation, 4.00

Introduction To Medical Terminology, Health Professions And Related Clinical Sciences, Other, 98%

Graduate Certificate, Autism And Behavioural Science

Activities and Societies: Varsity Women's Volleyball

Bachelor'S Degree (Honours), Sociology And Linguistics

Activities and Societies: Active member of the Sociology department, Geography department and Surveillance Studies Centre at Queen's.