Michelle Shewell Calgary, AB (403) 714-7928 Shewellmichelle@gmail.

com

Education
Master of Social Work University of Calgary International and Community Development Specialization First Aid/CPR Instructor Training St. John Ambulance Certified St. John First Aid/ CPR Instructor Bachelor of Social Work University of Calgary- Edmonton division Jason Lang Memorial Scholarship, 2008 2013

2013

2010

Practicum Experience
Sao Sary Foundation- Cambodia
Community Development Worker Summer 2013 Worked in an agency aimed at preventing human trafficking by addressing poverty, homelessness and other systemic barriers in rural regions of Cambodia Designed and implemented a sustainable and culturally sensitive strategy to introduce hygiene and sanitation activities into a safe drinking water program Worked alongside the Director of the program to assist with volunteer management, the implementation of fundraising strategies, funder reporting and other tasks related to administration Liaised with other local agencies to collaborate and provide services to families in rural villages with special needs Assisted those in leadership roles in the development and implementation if their programs while utilizing a culturally sensitive and anti-oppressive approach

Crossroads Outreach
Outreach Worker Winter 2010 Worked with women involved in the sex trade or at risk of being sexually exploited Participated in outreach services including apartment viewing, support in legal situations and life skills Used case management planning and model to help service users access services regarding basic and complex needs Created a focus group aimed at the improvement of Crossroads services

Poundmakers Lodge Treatment Centre

Addictions Counsellor Fall 2010 Worked in a residential treatment environment aimed at using Aboriginal holistic healing accompanied by the 12 step program Created modified treatment strategies for residents with unique needs Co-facilitated group sessions addressing issues surrounding addictions Participated in cultural activities and ceremonies

Work Experience
Alberta Sports and Recreation Association for the Blind
Sports Program Coordinator 2012-2013 Planned and supported sport and recreation programs according to participants needs and interests while managing budget Maintained effective communication with appropriate board members, participants, volunteers, and any other community clubs/organizations Planned and secured transportation and travel needs for athletes from around the province on a weekly basis Created and implemented various activities for members of the community

Robin Hood Association

Community Disability Worker 2007-2012 Worked closely with a team of professionals to establish and maintain daily care routines for adults with differing abilities Worked from a person-centered, strength-based approach to empower participants in an effort to increase self-efficacy and assist in attaining personal goals for community involvement Assisted in scheduling, implementing service plans, creating staffing procedures and organizing daily household routines Identified gaps in behavioural plans and worked to improve behavioural plans

Terra Centre
Housing Works Outreach Worker 2011-2012 Worked collaboratively with the Capital Region Housing Corporation during a pilot project aimed at increasing education, training and earning potential of tenants for long term stability Worked with parenting youth in an outreach capacity, supporting youth to learn advocacy skills, increase parenting knowledge and work towards personal goals Participated in various agency committees including the Health and Wellness Committee and the Social Media Committee Worked closely with Alberta Works and other city agencies to ensure available resources were utilized Utilized crisis intervention skills and short term counselling with service users Completed monthly and quarterly reports as required by funders

Womens Emergency Accommodation Centre

Caseworker 2011-2012 Managed a caseload of 20-30 women who were experiencing various social concerns including homelessness, addictions, mental health needs, and domestic violence Worked with women to achieve personal goals through referrals, support and advocacy, by accessing interdisciplinary team resources Created and presented weekly workshops for clients and staff, including topics: Domestic Violence, Self- Esteem, the Cycle of Violence, Self-care etc. Remained on-call in order to support front-line staff during crises

Professional Development
Registered Social Worker 2010-Current Asia International Social Work Conference on Children and Youth, 2013 AADAC; Capacity Building, 2012 AADAC; Prevention Basics, 2012 Suicide Intervention training, 2011 Psychological First Aid, 2011 Harm reduction training, 2010 AADAC; Working with women who abuse substances, 2010 Aboriginal Cultural Competence training, 2010

Volunteer Experience
Calgary Party Safe: Creation and Implementation Machia, Bolivian Animal Refuge: Animal caretaker University of Calgary: Social Work Student Society Big Brothers and Big Sisters: Student Mentor Camp Maskepetoon: Camp Counselor 2012-Current 2010 2009-2010 2007-2010 2008