Professional Experience
"The only source of knowledge is experience." -Albert Einstein
Program Leader, Boys and Girls Club of Kawartha Lakes
September 2010 - Present
Develop programs that allow for the opportunity for positive interaction between participants through the development of appropriate programs using developmentally appropriate equipment. Recognize and respond to opportunities for problem solving. Guide groups and individuals in participating successfully in all aspects of activities.
Women's Advocate, YWCA
December 2015 - April 2016
Provided support to women living in both, Niagara Falls and St. Catharines, emergency shelter sites using an integrated feminist anti-racist/anti-oppressive perspective. Supports included crisis intervention, supportive counseling, referrals, advocacy, and goal planning.
Direct Support Placement Student, Mainstream
October 2015 - January 2016
Learned about and participated in individual and small group instruction, program development, Person-Centred Planning process. Learned about the Service and Supports to promote Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act.