Robyn Howell, MSW RSW

Social Worker at Toronto Psychology Centre
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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, CA
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Richard Jurewicz

Robyn gets stuff done...period. When we needed assistance Robyn was there for us. She found out our exact needs and got the ball rolling right away. Knowing the stresses any disease can bring to a family knowing that she could help, and do it quickly, made the pressures melt away. This is how she works and we are more than happy with this. Good luck in your new role Robyn - you will be missed but you will continue to help more people in your new role - of that I am certain.

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Credentials

  • Trauma Recovery: Processing Guilt and Shame
    The Hincks-Dellcrest Centre
    Mar, 2017
    - Oct, 2024
  • Registered Social Worker
    Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
    Jun, 2011
    - Oct, 2024
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) Certification
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    Nov, 2010
    - Oct, 2024

Experience

  • Toronto Psychology Centre
    • Canada
    • Medical Practices
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Social Worker
      • Jun 2023 - Present

      I provide counselling to individuals and couples experiencing a range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, coping with and adjusting to chronic pain, illness and injury, loss and grief, life transitions, relationship stress, assertiveness and communication. I have a warm and collaborative style that encourages exploration and discovery of new possibilities. My approach is compassionate and relationally oriented, and I view the therapeutic relationship as a significant source of gaining deeper self-understanding, learning new skills, improving health, and promoting personal growth. Show less

  • FunctionAbility
    • Canada
    • Hospitals and Health Care
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Registered Social Worker and Case Manager
      • Apr 2017 - Jun 2023

      • Provide psychosocial assessment and treatment of clients who have experienced an orthopaedic injury, spinal cord injury and/or traumatic brain injury • Deliver individual and couple/family counselling through approaches such as trauma-informed cognitive behavioural therapy, emotion-focused therapy, strengths-based practice and motivational interviewing to support clients in achieving their goals • Support clients in navigating the system by connecting them with appropriate community resources and advocating when necessary • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to provide holistic care • Produce comprehensive reports on clients’ clinical presentation and progress Show less

  • Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada, Ottawa Chapter
    • Manager, Programs & Services
      • Oct 2016 - Apr 2017

      • Developed, managed and evaluated chapter programs and services • Supervised up to 5 students and several volunteers in running recreational and social programming, as well as friendly visiting services • Provided information, referral, education and emotional support to clients and their families • Established and maintained relationships with community organizations and/or other 3rd parties • Acted as liaison between the Chapter’s Board and Committees on all Program and Services matters and with Ontario & Nunavut Division’s Programs and Services Department • Supported the Chapter’s overall advocacy strategy through participation in the Social Action Committee and as a member of Ottawa’s Disability Coalition Show less

  • Carefirst Seniors & Community Services Association
    • Canada
    • Wellness and Fitness Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Social Worker cum Centre in Charge - Adult Day Program
      • Jul 2015 - Sep 2016

      • Manage the Adult Day Program (ADP)'s daily operations, which includes reinforcing safety and documentation practices and maintaining standards for best practice and accreditation purposes • Supervise 8 staff and several volunteers in providing social, physical and cognitive stimulation for frail, elderly clients, most of whom live with Dementia • Conduct psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, counselling and case management for clients of ADP and their caregivers • Deliver education to clients, families and staff around Dementia and working with responsive behaviours • Develop and co-facilitate caregiver support groups • Participate in weekly rounds to discuss complex cases • Liaise with other community organizations to promote ADP's and Carefirst's services Show less

  • Bridgepoint Active Healthcare, Day Treatment/Ambulatory Care
    • Practicum Student, Counselling
      • Sep 2014 - Apr 2015

      • Conducted psychosocial assessments and discharge planning with outpatients who have complex neuro and musculoskeletal rehabilitation needs • Provided short term individual and couple/family counselling • Collaborated with the multidisciplinary day treatment team on a formal (i.e. rounds) and informal basis to provide holistic care • Co-facilitated a Peer Support Group for young neuro patients • Presented at inpatient “Stroke Education Series” on emotional impact of stroke • Presented to the Pain Management Group on community resources • Attended inter-professional education/discussion sessions on ethical issues and geriatric psychiatry Show less

    • Interim Director, Client Services
      • Nov 2013 - Jul 2014

      • Oversaw the general function of the Client Services, Education and Social Action departments while continuing to occupy the Coordinator position • Facilitated the Circle of Wellness support group • Played a leadership role on the Chapter’s Social Action, Client Services, and Education Committees, through which advocacy, program evaluation/ development, and event planning took place • Interviewed, selected and supervised four students who ran the Summer Enrichment Program • Presented information about MS at several speaking engagements • Oversaw Special Assistance and Friendly Visiting programs • Recruited and supported volunteers, who assisted with social programs • Collaborated with Directors and Regional Directors of other catchments on developing recommended strategic directions for Client Services department Show less

  • MS Society of Canada, Ottawa Chapter
    • Coordinator, Client Services
      • Jul 2011 - Jul 2014

      • Oversaw social and recreational programs, including the Equipment Loan Cupboard, Equipment Funding Assistance, Air Conditioning, Birthday Recognition, Diner’s Club and Telephone Visiting Programs • Provided supportive counseling to individuals (and their families) who were newly diagnosed and to those who have been living with the disease for a period of time • Provided information and referral to clients and families for appropriate community resources, services or healthcare providers • Assisted with organizing and delivering educational events regarding various topics related to MS (ie. Depression, active living, long-term care, having a parent with MS) • Supported the Chapter’s Client Services, Social Action and Education Committees • Prepared articles related to Client Services programs for the Chapter newsletter • Provided support at MS Fundraising events, including MS Walk and MS Bike Show less

  • Comfort Keepers
    • United States
    • Individual and Family Services
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Home Helper
      • May 2010 - Jul 2011

      • Visited senior citizens (usually with dementia) in their homes, hospitals, and retirement/long-term care facilities • Provided companionship, assisted with household tasks, ensured comfort and safety, and monitored their living situation • Visited senior citizens (usually with dementia) in their homes, hospitals, and retirement/long-term care facilities • Provided companionship, assisted with household tasks, ensured comfort and safety, and monitored their living situation

  • South-East Ottawa Community Health Centre
    • Canada
    • Health, Wellness & Fitness
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Practicum Student, Counselling
      • Sep 2010 - Dec 2010

      • Conducted psychosocial assessments • Provided information and referral to appropriate community resources • Provided counselling to individuals, including those with multiple and severe mental health issues • Provided anonymous HIV pre- and post-test counseling • Assisted with the Women’s Wellness support group • Participated in case consultations with fellow counselors from the social services team • Attended conferences, forums and other events for professional development • Conducted psychosocial assessments • Provided information and referral to appropriate community resources • Provided counselling to individuals, including those with multiple and severe mental health issues • Provided anonymous HIV pre- and post-test counseling • Assisted with the Women’s Wellness support group • Participated in case consultations with fellow counselors from the social services team • Attended conferences, forums and other events for professional development

  • Council on Aging of Ottawa
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Practicum Student
      • Jan 2010 - May 2010

      • Generated a qualitative research report on the issues involved in the transition from hospital to home for senior citizens • Participated on falls prevention, housing, transportation, elder abuse, and health issues committees • Became familiar with other organizations dedicated to seniors’ well-being • Provided information and referral to senior citizens and their families • Ensured that events, materials, and so forth were ‘senior-friendly’ • Generated a qualitative research report on the issues involved in the transition from hospital to home for senior citizens • Participated on falls prevention, housing, transportation, elder abuse, and health issues committees • Became familiar with other organizations dedicated to seniors’ well-being • Provided information and referral to senior citizens and their families • Ensured that events, materials, and so forth were ‘senior-friendly’

  • Royal LePage Real Estate Services
    • Canada
    • Real Estate
    • 500 - 600 Employee
    • Administrative Support/Closing Administration, Accounting Office
      • Jul 2004 - Aug 2009

      • Entered new trade submissions into system and firmed up conditional deals for sold properties • Paid commission to real estate agents and returned deposit funds on fall-through deals • Responded to sales administrators’ and real estate agents’ inquiries within a fast-paced environment • Reception for high volume of calls • Entered new trade submissions into system and firmed up conditional deals for sold properties • Paid commission to real estate agents and returned deposit funds on fall-through deals • Responded to sales administrators’ and real estate agents’ inquiries within a fast-paced environment • Reception for high volume of calls

Education

  • University of Toronto
    Master of Social Work (MSW), Advanced Standing
    2014 - 2015
  • Carleton University
    Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Highest Honours
    2009 - 2011
  • Carleton University
    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
    2004 - 2008

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