
Professional Development
Professional Development takes many forms. Below I have included skills that enable me to be effective in my role as a leader within the Disability Services field, an advocate for individuals with disabilities; as well as formal and informal education and training that have aided me in these roles.
Skills
Education and Training
Certified Trainer
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Introduction to FASD and Effective Strategies (Quest)
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Harm Reduction Theory and Practice Trainer (Quest)
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The Working Mind First Responder (Mental Health Commision of Canada)
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Field Training
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First Aid Level A CPR & AED
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Mental Health First Aid
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Crisis Intervention Training (CPI)
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Intercultural Intelligence
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Abuse Prevention and Response
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Aboriginal Identity
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Trauma Informed Care
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Positive Behaviour Supports
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Suicidal Intervention
workshops
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Leadership as a Coach
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Valuing Recovery Orientated Practice
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Understanding and Achieving Wellness
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Creating Disaster Proof Teams
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Making Tough Decisions Under Stress
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Safe Bathing
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Lift and Transfer
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2017 International FASD Conference
*This is not an exhaustive list however highlights pertinent training to the field. For a complete list please inquire.