Kyla Taylor
Child Support Worker at YWCA Calgary- Claim this Profile
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Bio
Credentials
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FOIP: Focus on Privacy
-Nov, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Psychological First Aid
-Oct, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Seniors Connect
-Oct, 2015- Nov, 2024 -
ASIST
-Apr, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
CPR/AED (Level C)
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Experience
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YW Calgary
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Canada
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Child Support Worker
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Nov 2016 - Present
My role as a Child Support Worker entails participation in the planning and implementation of structured activities for children exposed to domestic violence, including, psychoeducational, NMT, art and emotional/behavioural activities. My responsibility includes responding to the emotional and behavioral management needs of children in crisis including the ability to de-escalate situations and mediate during conflicts. Additional daily tasks include the documentation of client interactions completed through the process of client case notes. Show less
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Yard representative
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May 2014 - Jan 2018
Responsibility involves pet waste removal in clients yards. Responsibility involves pet waste removal in clients yards.
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Crisis Line/Leadership Volunteer
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Oct 2015 - Dec 2016
Responsibilities included, but were not limited too, -Engaging with high risk callers working independently and in cooperation with Contact Centre Coordinators to manage crisis -Respond to crisis line calls helping clients identify problems and develop future plans and coping mechanisms as well as identifying appropriate resources -Effectively work within the Robert's Model of Crisis Intervention -Communicate effectively with staff and representatives from other agencies -Train newer volunteers coming to the contact center Practicum student position: -Assisted clients to prioritize their presenting concerns and formulate an action plan -Complete applications and referrals for resources -Meet with clients on a one to one basis to assess client needs and eligibility for financial assistance while also assessing for other possible resources that would be helpful for the client -Interviewed clients both in the office as well as completing follow ups over the phone Show less
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Program leader
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Jan 2015 - Apr 2016
Responsibilities included but were not limited too, -Supporting children and youth with developing problem solving, conflict resolution and communication skills that enhance relationships and life-long learning -Collaborating with the program team to ensure the programs and supports offered reflected the individual and community needs -Developing and coordinating weekly activities including, educational, recreational and life skill activities -Aiding in the development and implementation of theme days and special events -Maintaining a clean and safe camp setting Show less
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Education
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2014 - 2016
Mount Royal University
Diploma, Social Work
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