WENDY MUSTAPHA
Regina
Summary
Dedicated Child Support Worker at Children's Cottage Society, skilled in mental health awareness and family support. Successfully developed individualized care plans that enhanced children's emotional well-being and fostered strong relationships with families. Advocated for youth needs, utilizing positive reinforcement and crisis intervention techniques to promote resilience and growth in challenging situations.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Support Worker
Children's Cottage Society
06.2023 - 08.2025
- Monitored case progress, documenting updates and maintaining accurate records in case management systems.
- Developed individualized support plans, addressing specific needs of families in diverse situations.
- Assisted in the development of life skills for children, focusing on communication, social interaction, and daily living tasks.
- Developed strong rapport with parents and caregivers through regular communication and involvement in their child''s support plan.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing personalized support and individualized care plans.
- Provided safe and nurturing environments for children, ensuring their physical, emotional, and psychological needs were met.
Youth Support Worker
Accredited Supports to the Community (ASC)
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Facilitated therapeutic activities to promote emotional and social development in youth.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized support plans for each participant.
- Monitored and documented youth progress, ensuring adherence to care protocols and safety standards.
- Provided crisis intervention, utilizing conflict resolution techniques to de-escalate challenging situations.
- Educated families on resources and strategies for effective communication and support at home.
- Advocated for youth needs within community services, fostering partnerships for holistic support solutions.
Child Care Helper
Shayna’s Day Home
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Assisted in planning and implementing age-appropriate activities for children.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being during playtime and structured activities.
- Supported daily routines, including meal preparation and cleanup after activities.
- Fostered a nurturing environment to encourage social and emotional development.
- Developed strong bonds with each child, creating a sense of security within the childcare environment.
- Maintained a safe environment for children by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
Education
Diploma in Health Studies - Health Studies
University of Regina
Regina09-2024
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Professional boundaries
- Positive reinforcement
- Self-care and resilience
- Family support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
• Safe Check Advanced Food Safety Certificate
• WHMIS
• CPR/AED First Aid Certificate
• Personal Care Worker Course (PCW) In Review
• TLR In Review
Timeline
Child Support Worker
Children's Cottage Society
06.2023 - 08.2025
Youth Support Worker
Accredited Supports to the Community (ASC)
05.2021 - 04.2023
Child Care Helper
Shayna’s Day Home
03.2019 - 02.2021
Diploma in Health Studies - Health Studies
University of Regina