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Pamela Simanton

Calgary, AB

587.439.7389

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Graduated from the University of Calgary with a Masters in Clinical Social Work and a focus in Trauma Informed Practice.
Registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers.
Over six years case management experience working with at risk youth, Veterans and RCMP within a legislative framework using specific policy practices.
Used to working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and facilitating training and group projects.
Strong knowledge of multitasking, general case management, research methodologies, critical thinking, and documentation skills.
Accustomed to leadership and mentoring roles where providing functional direction and guidance relating to services to clients was essential.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Social Work Class of 2016

University of Calgary

Clinical Masters of Social Work Class of 2021

Trauma Focused Specialization

CERTIFICATIONS:

Road to mental Health March 2021

HMSV9503: Understanding and Applying the DSM-5 in Healthcare Practice January 2021

Research Ethics TCPS2 CORE Tutorial June 2020

Mental Health First Aid Training February 2020

ASIST Suicide Awareness Training December 2019

Lifesaving Standard First Aid and CPR C September 5, 2018

Delegated Children Services Worker October 2016-Present

Registered with the Alberta College of Social Workers February 2016-Present

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

Homes for Heroes Liaison March 2019-Present

Veterans Affairs Canada

Liaison for the joint project to end homeless between Veterans Affairs, The Mustard Seed and Homes For Heroes. Responsible for connecting homeless, at risk Veterans to emergency housing, providing service verification for Veterans and linking Veterans to Federal Government programs for Veterans.
Built and maintained multidisciplinary relationships with the different members engaged in this project and provided guidance and direction around government policies and legislation.

Homeless Liaison March 2019-Present

Veteran Affairs Canada

Collaborated and networked with veterans and the public by attending all community, provincial and federal homeless initiatives and meetings, while acting as an ambassador for Veterans Affairs.
Acted as a consulate for the office around veteran homelessnes issues and provided support and guidance to case managers around community resources and government policies in regards to homeless veterans.

Case Manager January 2019- Present

Veterans Affairs Canada

Managed a complex caseload of Veterans through a collaborative process of assessment, case planning, coordination, evaluation and advocacy for services and rehabilitation planning.
Supervised social work students to provide them with knowledge and guidance around how case management is provided to veterans through Veterans Affairs Canada.

Triage and Trauma Counselor Practicum Student September 2020-April 2021

Carewest Operational Stress Injury Clinic, Calgary, AB

Managed a complex caseload of RCMP and veteran clients completing trauma treatment through the OSIC, while also providing group and individual clinical therapy sessions.
Acted as an unofficial liaison for Veteran Affairs Canada providing direction and guidance around government policies and answering clinician questions related to veteran and RCMP eligibility for federal support.

Client Services Coordinator February 2018-January 2019

The Calgary Pregnancy Care Center, Calgary, AB

Connected clients to community-based resources, ran individual counseling sessions, advocated for client needs with other professionals and managed several Centre external partnerships including Healthy Baby Network, Neighbor Link and Sagesse.
Supervised practicum students, trained volunteer counselors, handled conflict among volunteers and was in charge of all services provided by The Calgary Pregnancy Care Center. Also designed and evaluated new programs to enhance the care provided to clients and education given to practicum students and volunteers.

Caseworker/ Youth Worker July 2016 - February 2018

Children Services, Calgary, AB

Managed a diverse caseload of children and youth, their families and their individual family dynamics, all while ensuring safety, supervising practicum students, collaborating with professionals, handling court applications, holding family meetings and conducting monthly global interviews.
Educated youth on various topics including safe sex practices, risk mitigation, drug use safety, domestic partner violence, the risks of gang and criminal involvement and the risks of victimization. While also maintaining all government requirements including case file documentation, community referrals, contact notes, legals and court appearances.

Volunteer Crisis Counselor May 2016 - February 2018

The Calgary Pregnancy Care Center, Calgary, AB

Accepted crisis calls from vulnerable youth and families, delivered crisis support in finding resources via strong communication skills and provided peer crisis counseling over the phone on a wide variety of topics dependent on need.
Used strength-based, peer-support models along with conflict resolution skills to advocate for the supports each individual needed.

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