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Lethbridge, Ab, Ca

Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

As the Intake Supervisor, reporting directly to the Operations Manager, I managed and oversaw the Client Support Worker team, focusing on engagement, documentation, and the development of audits and reviews. I provided daily support to enhance team performance and address operational challenges. I was also responsible for preparing and submitting detailed reports to overseeing bodies and community partners, ensuring transparency and compliance with organizational standards. Additionally, I handled initial client assessments, facilitated a smooth intake process, and managed all aspects of client discharge. I maintained an extensive waitlist of individuals seeking treatment services, coordinating their entry into the program and ensuring timely access to care. By integrating these elements, I contributed to the efficient functioning of the intake process and the overall success of the treatment program.

As the Lead Outreach Counselor, reporting to the Program Manager, I was committed to delivering professional and ethical support to aftercare participants dedicated to abstaining from substance use. I managed a caseload of participants, conducting thorough assessments, setting personalized goals, and developing tailored recovery plans. My role also involved facilitating individual and group sessions on relapse prevention and life skills, empowering participants to navigate their recovery journey effectively. In addition to community education and advocacy, I coordinated participant referrals and managed post-treatment housing to ensure a supportive environment for lasting recovery. I also provided training and support to the Outreach department and assisted with onboarding new team members.

As an Outreach Counselor, reporting to the Lead Outreach Counselor and Program Manager, I was dedicated to delivering professional and ethical support to aftercare participants committed to abstaining from substance use. My role involved conducting thorough assessments, setting personalized goals, and crafting tailored recovery plans. I facilitated individual and group sessions focused on relapse prevention and life skills, empowering participants to navigate their recovery journey. Additionally, I engaged in community education and advocacy, coordinated participant referrals, and contributed to the management of post-treatment housing, ensuring a supportive environment where individuals could strengthen their foundation for lasting recovery.

As a Client Support Worker, reporting to the Intake Supervisor, I played a key role in delivering comprehensive support to participants in an in-house addiction treatment program. I evaluated eligibility for specific services, guided participants through admission and discharge processes, and provided daily living support within a nurturing recovery environment. I meticulously observed and documented the bio-psycho-social-spiritual status of participants, aiding in holistic care planning. Throughout, I ensured the security, safety, and well-being of each participant, fostering a supportive and safe atmosphere conducive to recovery.

Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

As an Addictions Counselor at the Overdose Prevention Site, I provide harm reduction and supervised consumption services in a safe, hygienic environment. The site is part of a comprehensive care approach, offering wrap-around services such as counseling and referrals to housing, treatment (e.g., OAT, detox), and income support. I work closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered, trauma-informed care, focusing on socially vulnerable individuals and those with problematic substance use.My responsibilities include conducting comprehensive assessments, distributing harm reduction supplies, providing patient education, and coordinating naloxone kit distribution. I also collaborate with staff to ensure effective care and support, performing detailed patient assessments, guiding interventions, and assisting with care and discharge planning. Through this holistic approach, I aim to improve the social determinants of health for at-risk patients, helping them achieve better health outcomes.

As an Addiction and Mental Health Recovery Worker, I contribute to delivering services for individuals with chronic addiction and severe or persistent mental illness by applying psychosocial rehabilitation principles. I focus on promoting client respect, autonomy, health, and an improved quality of life. My role involves supporting individuals in participating in daily living activities, recreational and social engagements, as well as educational and employment pursuits. I work collaboratively with other health and service providers, all under the direction of a regulated health provider, to ensure comprehensive and effective care.

Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada

The Hestia Homes program is a housing first program that provides hosing and mentorship to youth that have experienced or are at risk of homelessness. As a Live in Role Model I work collaboratively with the residential support team to build life skills and help create independence while maintaining the home and role modeling a healthy lifestyle. In this position I work with youth who have varying degrees of life skills and had to ensure I provided a secure and healthy environment to assist these individuals in succeeding in achieving goals they set out for themselves. As a casual Role Model I cover the fulltime Role Model of one of the three community houses on an as needed basis.

The Hestia Homes program is a housing first program that provides hosing and mentorship to youth that have experienced or are at risk of homelessness. As a Live in Role Model I worked collaboratively with the residential support team to build life skills and help create independence while maintaining the home and role modeling a healthy lifestyle. I lived within the household fulltime and continued education and work throughout the day while engaging with participants in the evenings and nights. In this position I worked with youth who have varying degrees of life skills and had to ensure I provided a secure and healthy environment to assist these individuals in succeeding in achieving goals they set out for themselves. I provided monthly reports on participant progress as well as meaningful interactions of participants.

As a Wireless Consultant I provide customer service to people wanting cellular services to stay connected in the world. This is done by evaluating the clients needs and wants and providing recommendations based on those evaluations. Record keeping and handling of sensitive information within relevant company policies was also an essential role, as well as inventory control through weekly serialized counts.

My role as a Healthcare Security Guard for Paladin security was to support local healthcare providers with at risk patients ensuring harm prevention to the patient and staff. To effectively do this role I had to maintain Nonviolent Crises Intervention training with CPI certification and ensure possible crises situations were diffused in a calm and professional manner.

Operating as an Electronics team lead I had to develop my interpersonal skills to communicate with staff and clients in an efficient and effective manner within a retail space. A key role in this position was customer satisfaction and attaining productivity goals through highly motivated and trained team members.

Diploma Of Health Science, Professional Addiction Studies

Within the diploma program I engaged in classes that focused on counselling skills in individual, group, and family counselling as well.

Bachelor'S Of Science, Psychology

Majoring in Psychology I took coursework specializing in human development and social cognition. Throughout my degree I took a shine.