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Oversaw therapeutic impact in a 90-day wilderness addictions treatment program.Identified opportunities to enhance program delivery including leading, developing, planning, and executing a new structure of interdisciplinary treatment teams to address the needs associated with program expansion. Initiated updates and provided recommendations for new procedures and policies, as well as the creation of training guides and resources. Selected by leadership to design and… Show more Oversaw therapeutic impact in a 90-day wilderness addictions treatment program.Identified opportunities to enhance program delivery including leading, developing, planning, and executing a new structure of interdisciplinary treatment teams to address the needs associated with program expansion. Initiated updates and provided recommendations for new procedures and policies, as well as the creation of training guides and resources. Selected by leadership to design and facilitate bi-annual staff trainings for 32 staff due to my ability to understand and meet the needs of the program and further program development. Data collection and utilization of associated outcomes, evaluation, and research to inform priority areas. Show less

Design and facilitation of therapeutic wilderness excursions for young males, aged 18-24 participating in a voluntary, 90-day addition treatment program at a wilderness facility with the aim of achieving their treatment goals.Mentorship of junior staff with respect to the design and facilitation of experiential, process, and psychoeducational groups for up to 10 clients on a variety of subjects related to mental health and addictions.Close collaboration with the program… Show more Design and facilitation of therapeutic wilderness excursions for young males, aged 18-24 participating in a voluntary, 90-day addition treatment program at a wilderness facility with the aim of achieving their treatment goals.Mentorship of junior staff with respect to the design and facilitation of experiential, process, and psychoeducational groups for up to 10 clients on a variety of subjects related to mental health and addictions.Close collaboration with the program director, manager, supervisors, therapists, and AHS partners to ensure the best possible care of clients with respect to their mental health goals, as well as for the smooth operation of the program. Effective communication with a diverse team to ensure the needs of the clients were met in a timely and effective manner while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality. Show less

Working from a perspective of family centred care, collaboratively with psychiatry, psychology, nursing, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, mental health teachers and external supports to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients experiencing mental health crisis.Provided family therapy, individual therapy, and case management across diverse client populations and needs.Collaborated with other health care providers, government services and community service… Show more Working from a perspective of family centred care, collaboratively with psychiatry, psychology, nursing, occupational therapy, recreational therapy, mental health teachers and external supports to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients experiencing mental health crisis.Provided family therapy, individual therapy, and case management across diverse client populations and needs.Collaborated with other health care providers, government services and community service providers to ensure a continuum of care in the community. Show less

Supervised, mentored, supported, and evaluated a team of 9 youth and family support workers. Promoted to Shift Supervisor after one year due to my high level of attention to detail, as well as my ability to manage the logistical and administrative demands of working in a mental health facility in a remote setting. Collaboration and creative problem solving with upper management to ensure the needs of the clients, program, and staff team were met.

Evaluated performance of 45 students in EESC 205: Introduction to Hydrology.

Catalogued and administered medication while managing first aid responsibilities for upwards of 100 students and staffAdministrative duties including producing professional and organized legal documents

Promoted to Lead Wilderness Counselor after one seasonFacilitated canoe trips for disadvantaged youth from across Canada and U.S.Represented the Tim Horton Children`s Foundation at public fundraising events Ensured youth safety utilizing extensive training and first aid certifications Supported and motivated personal growth through skill development