Michael Laba Email & Phone Number

Vancouver, Canada

Initiate, develop and maintain relationships with service resistant youth 16-24 years of ageAssess the needs of and establish ‘plans of care’ for clientsAssist clients in identifying attainable short and long-term goals, strategies for meeting these goals, and an action plan for implementationAssist clients in exiting street life, maintaining independence in the community, and/or accessing supported livingProvide youth with practical resources including food, clothing, transportation etcEnsure adherence to and role model Covenant House principles and core valuesShelter Service to youth age 16-24Conduct intake/admission interview, assessment and develop and manage through daily contact, and individualized Client Plan with youth on caseload for the duration of their staySupport youth with daily routines in the highly structured environmentAssess and address the immediate needs of either resident and non-resident youth, especially those who are seeking support when other service providers are closedAddress serious behaviour, mental health, emotional, and addictions issues through counselling, implementing Special Covenant, defusing/managing critical incidents, supportive relationships, and referrals to other CHV programs and/or community service providersAssist youth with accessing community support networksEscorts to community resources when requestedCoordinate youth meetings and activitiesManage crisis intervention and counselling including briefing and debriefing for youthAssist in admission/intake interviews and assessments as neededAccompaniment to appointments, visitation in hospital or independent living situation, 1 to 1 support, risk assessments, supportive counsellingGreet clients upon entry to the Drop in, introduce the services provided, orient new clients, complete program intake/admission and assessment, and establish plans

Nanaimo, Bc

- Mental Health and Addictions workerAssisted in creating policies and procedures for a new program in Nanaimo Serenity LodgeEngage youth and adult residents in daily life skills/activitiesImplementing individualized or group instruction in communication skills, life skills, behaviour management techniques Medication administrationAttending to and providing personal assistance in toileting, positioning, mobility, feeding, grooming and dressing as neededTransferring and assisting to and from wheelchairs and special equipment Help residents access the community resources and services Work as part of a team, and one on one dealing with behavioural issues Creating client approaches Working with individuals with mental and/or physical health issues in the forensic system Recognizing cultural differences and creating approaches specific to their needs with a team Creating and following policies and proceduresDocumenting information and addressing team with client issuesSocial skills development, personal care and physical assistance

Coquitlam, Bc

- Forensic Transition WorkerWorking with individuals with mental and/or physical health issues in the forensic systemWork closely with treatment teams from Forensics Psychiatric Hospital and Forensics Regional Community and with other care providers in all aspects of case managementImplementing home programsEngage residents in daily life skills/activities Medication administration Help residents access the community resources and services Deal with severe behavioural issues Work as part of a team, and one on one Key worker roles Advocate for the client in the community Recognizing cultural differences and creating approachesPromote personal growth and a better quality of life Supporting individuals with Mental Health and addiction issues Using Principles’ of Psychosocial Rehabilitation to assist individuals in their recovery Instilling hope by helping residents manage their symptoms and build on their strengths Assist individuals in recovery as they move towards independent living in their local community

Coquitlam, Bc

- Health Care WorkerWorking with individuals with mental and/or physical health issues in the criminal justice systemDealing with behavioural issues Client approaches Recognizing cultural differences and creating approaches Following policies and procedures, working one on one and as part of team Documenting information and addressing team with client issues

Victoria, Bc

Importing and sales of high end clothing brands. Marketing Advertising Sourcing best wholesalers Responsible for all aspects of daily operations Shipping & ReceivingInvolvement with local community

Duncan, Bc

- Health Care WorkerDay to day care of youth and adults with various mental health concerns and physically challenged adults Dispensing of medications Creating and running day programsDaily and overnight care of group home patients Responsible for safe transportation of all clients Supervised daily outings Creating client approachesCreating and implementing programs following policy and procedures working as part of a team Key workerDocumenting client's needs/goals all aspects of day to day home setting for adults with mental and behavioural issues