Elena Ajogbor
Mental Health Intake Specialist at Sagkeeng CFS- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Critical Incident Debriefing
Sagkeeng CFSSep, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Understanding and Supporting Challenging Behaviour in Children
Sagkeeng CFSMar, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Understanding and Working with Children and Youth Who Have Been Sexually Exploited
New Directions for Children, Youth, Adults and Families Inc.Mar, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training
LivingWorksApr, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Small Talk - Preventing Suicide in Children
Metis Child, Family, and Community ServicesMar, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Domestic Violence Informed Practice
Safe & Together InstituteMar, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Drug and Alcohol Interventions with Youth
The General Child and Family ServicesNov, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Crisis Counselling and Communication Skills
Klinic Community HealthOct, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Mental Health First Aid
Mental Health Commission of CanadaMay, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
First Aid and CPR/AED level C
Canadian Red CrossOct, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
De-Escalating Potentially Violent Situations
Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute (CTRI)
Experience
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Sagkeeng CFS
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Canada
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Mental Health Intake Specialist
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Nov 2022 - Present
- Conducting a comprehensive mental health assessment focused on gathering quality and relevant information, including risk and protective factors to understand the individual's need for therapy and psychological assessment - Utilizing assessment tools such as Resiliency Scales, Mental Status Examination, PHQ-9, GAD, DASS and providing interpretation - Utilizing Strength-based, Trauma-informed, and Solution-focused approach when providing short-term counselling to youth - Completing proper documentation such as case notes, intake reports, and recommendations, program summaries, and evaluations - Conducting case consultations with Case Managers, Caregivers, Schools, and Psychotherapists - Co-facilitating a number of programs such as group therapy, youth empowerment, Indigenous Therapeutic Art - Currently training to be a Bounce Back Coach through the Canadian Mental Health Association Show less
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Metis Child, Family, and Community Services
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Canada
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Ongoing Care Worker
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Mar 2022 - Nov 2022
- Developed collaborative relationships with caregivers for the delivery of service to children and youth - Prepared for and participated in legal and court actions with parents, caregivers and prospective caregivers towards the relational and legal permanency of children in ongoing care - Built and maintained professional relationships with various collaterals in the community to meet the needs of children and youth - Developed collaborative relationships with caregivers for the delivery of service to children and youth - Prepared for and participated in legal and court actions with parents, caregivers and prospective caregivers towards the relational and legal permanency of children in ongoing care - Built and maintained professional relationships with various collaterals in the community to meet the needs of children and youth
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Child and Family Services of Western Manitoba
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Social Worker
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May 2019 - Feb 2022
• Conducted investigations of abuse allegations according to the agency policy and standards • Collaborated with the family to develop service plans when a child is in need of protection • Provided supportive services to children and parents during times of conflict and crisis • Ability to manage caseload which includes low to high risk families and cope with crisis situations • Conducted family assessments, future harm assessments, and developed case plans that address the areas of need • Developed and maintained collaborations with various service providers both in rural and the Westman area in order to promote the well beings of families and children served Show less
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Winnipeg Child and Family Services
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Winnipeg, Canada Area
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Social Work Student
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Sep 2018 - Apr 2019
- Completed needs, risks, and strengths of individual and family utilizing the Structural Decision Making System - Assisted family service workers to establish a case plan as well as a safety plan using a range of interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of an individual and family - Completed needs, risks, and strengths of individual and family utilizing the Structural Decision Making System - Assisted family service workers to establish a case plan as well as a safety plan using a range of interventions to ensure the safety and well-being of an individual and family
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University of Manitoba
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Office Assistant
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Oct 2016 - Apr 2019
Worked at the Admission Office - International admission team Worked at the Admission Office - International admission team
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Newcomers Employment and Education Development Services
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Winnipeg, Canada Area
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Practicum Student
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Sep 2017 - Apr 2018
- Conducted initial intakes to assess refugee youth’s vocational and educational levels and English speaking and writing levels, which led to create of individual action plans to aid clients with their transitioning to gainful employment - Assisted refugee youth to develop and update resume, conducted job search, mock interviews and provided constructive feedback to refugee youth - Facilitated workshops focused on developing leadership skills and employment skills - Developed relationships and built rapport using active listening, Strength-based approach and Trauma-informed approach - Applied the NEEDS Centre Behavioral Model Expectations in reinforcing positive behaviors within the organization Show less
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Youth Program Facilitator
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Oct 2014 - Aug 2016
My responsibility was to engage immigrant youth in the Westman community through social, employment and English support. I've implemented various of youth programs to target the needs of immigrant youth in the community such as recreational, leadership, volunteering, academic, and English language support. In doing so, I've made connections in the community and applied for numerous grants to support the program's over all need.
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Office Assistant
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May 2012 - Oct 2014
• Provided administrative support in all level of departments: type and format letters, reports and statistics; implement brochures and posters• Welcomed diverse visitors to the office, assist them in making appointments, assure their comfort and direct them to the proper staff or service • Answered telephone and greet clients giving general information in response to inquiries, ensures knowledge of staff movements in and out of organization, assists in the preparations of meetings, receive and sort mail and deliveries • Maintained organization’s website• Provided support in accounting department such as payroll, and invoices Show less
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Child and Family Services of Western Manitoba
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Brandon, MB
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Summer Clerk
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May 2011 - Aug 2011
• Welcomed visitor to the office, assist them in making appointments, assures their comfort and directs them to the proper staff or service • Experience with Intake Module/CFSIS • Filed confidential documentations in various areas • Data entries, typed various letters, and reports, transcribed • Screened and directed incoming telephone calls, mails • Operated fax machine, photocopier, and printer • Helped setting up meeting rooms and implemented a board presentation • Welcomed visitor to the office, assist them in making appointments, assures their comfort and directs them to the proper staff or service • Experience with Intake Module/CFSIS • Filed confidential documentations in various areas • Data entries, typed various letters, and reports, transcribed • Screened and directed incoming telephone calls, mails • Operated fax machine, photocopier, and printer • Helped setting up meeting rooms and implemented a board presentation
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Safeway
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Customer Service Representative
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Apr 2008 - Apr 2011
• Assisted customers with their complains, and taking corrective actions and assuring customer satisfaction • Registered and generated transactions for customers to send money using Western Union • Operated cash register for closing as well as to post charges, make change, and process debit and credit card transactions • Monitored and tracked inventory • Awarded with Employee of the Month several times • Assisted customers with their complains, and taking corrective actions and assuring customer satisfaction • Registered and generated transactions for customers to send money using Western Union • Operated cash register for closing as well as to post charges, make change, and process debit and credit card transactions • Monitored and tracked inventory • Awarded with Employee of the Month several times
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Education
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2016 - 2019
University of Manitoba
Bachelor’s Degree, Social Work -
2010 - 2012
Assiniboine Community College
Business Administration specialized in Human Resources, GPA 3.8
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