Elder Care in Scarborough, Ontario

• Rita Boakye • 907-1360... Danforth road • Scarborough, On • M1J1G4 • (41... • OBJECTIVE • To obtain a challenging position in a well established organization • that will benefit from my skills and experience. • SUMMARY OF SKILLS AND/EXPERIENCE • 8 years experience working with Children, Youth, Adults and Families • Engages in a self reflective and collaborative practice that is non-judgmental and compassionate • Counseling and intervention theories and practices which reflect current knowledge • Works toward removing systemic barriers to independence and wellbeing • Case Management and Risk Assessments skills • Ability to physically deal with difficult patient situations • Demonstrates knowledge of the Mental Health Act • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal • Excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills • Demonstrates excellent organizational and time-management skills • Demonstrates excellent problem-solving, decision making and critical thinking skills • Demonstrates initiative and the ability to function both independently and as a multidisciplinary team member in a fast paced demanding environment. • Excellent team building skills • Incorporates principles of anti-oppression and equity in responding to service needs of clients • Demonstrates respect, consideration and acceptance of the opinions of others • Demonstrates commitment to ongoing personal and professional development • Effectively utilizing relevant resources and specialists • Certificate in CPR, First Aid and CPI • Valid Ontario G Driver’s License • Basic ASL • EMPLOYMENT HISTORY • 2014 –Present • Child and Youth Worker • Williams Marijan and Associates • Work in a variety of settings • Hospitals: Provided one to one support for adults/youth with Schizophrenia, ODD, Mood Disorders, Depressive Reactive, Suicidal ideation • Schools: Anxiety, ADHD, ODD, Depression, Complex behaviors • Private Homes: Dementia, Bipolar, Alzheimer’s • Residences: Deaf, Autistic, Dual Diagnosed, Behavioral and Developmentally Challenged, Adults, Children, and Youth • 2007- 20... • Child and Youth Worker • Kingston/ Dundas Assessment Adolescent Home [Children’s Aid Society] • Responsible to ensure that all youths physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs were met • Wrote daily logs, Assessments, Incident reports, and Serious Occurrences • Attended Plans of cares, School meeting, Doctor's appointments and Court Dates • Implemented treatment plans and goals for specific clients • Supervised students • Chaired Staff meetings EDUCATION • Centennial College: Child and Youth Work Advanced Diploma - 2005-200... • York University: Social Work Degree - 2012-201...