Barbara Jayne Afseth

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Cell (306) 270-8440 barbafseth@yahoo.ca

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Leadership: Initiated and coordinated completion of proposals to improve and expand services based on client needs; described as a leader by peers. Organization: Skilled at balancing diverse and conflicting work load therefore able to complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner as well as follow up with case coordination responsibilities Communication: Practice principles of active listening to engage families and service professionals to develop a supportive team Passionate: Invested in providing the most effective service for the client therefore work in a creative way which has driven innovative, individualized interventions for children and families with complex needs

EDUCATION
Masters of Social Work University of Calgary Member of Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers Bachelor of Social Work (2003) University of Regina (Saskatoon Branch) Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) (1988) University of Saskatchewan April 2012 completion

CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Assault Response Training, Saskatoon Health Region, 2009 Suicide Intervention Training, Saskatoon Health Region, 2008 Child and Adolescent Functional Assessment Scale Certification, Saskatoon Health Region, 2008 Management Competencies for Health Personnel, Saskatchewan Association of Health Org., 2008 Life Skills Coach Certification, BSD Training, Saskatoon,1990

SOCIAL WORK EXPERIENCE

MSW Practicum September 2012- March 2012 Hematology, Oncology and Transplant Program: Alberta Childrens Hospital Provide psychological, emotional and instrumental support to children and their families diagnosed with life threatening illnesses throughout their treatment Contribute to the multidisciplinary team approach to supporting families involved with hematology, oncology and transplant program Case Manager December 2007 - Present Childrens Services: Mental Health and Addictions Services Partner with family to assess need, establish goals and develop strategies to achieve goals Connect families with mental health and community resources Play a central role in developing a team including the family and other service providers Recruit, match and manage mentors working with the children on my caseload Assessor/Coordinator Client Patient Access Services May 2006 - December 2007

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Contributed to a multidisciplinary team on neurosciences ward Assessed client care needs at time of discharge and supported the individual and/or family to develop a plan to meet their needs in the community Completed long term care assessments Facilitated transfers to home hospitals including providing information to receiving hospital, informing client and family of transfer, ensuring appropriate transportation is arranged and informing of related costs

Child, Youth & Family Therapist August 2004 May 2006 Mental Health Services: Lanigan Acted as primary therapist and case manager for individuals and families referred for service Utilized therapeutic interventions such as family therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, solution focused techniques Completed assessments, developed and implemented treatment plans Practicum Experience Adult Community Mental Health: Adult Community Counselling Provided counselling on an individual and group basis in a clinical setting Integrated theoretical perspectives into practice techniques Fall, 2003

Addictions Counsellor August, 2003 December, 2005 Calder Center, Mental Health and Addictions Services Provided workshops, counselling and support to individuals in the stabilization stage of recovery Social Services Worker October, 2002 August, 2004 Community Assessment and Treatment Unit Produce written bio/psycho/social assessments outing the strengths and needs of the adolescents Developed and carry out treatment plans for adolescents experiencing mental health difficulties Provided direct care by counselling adolescents using a variety of techniques including cognitivebehavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, strengths-based perspective and social skills training Assisted parents by providing support, parenting strategies and mediating conflicts between them and their adolescent

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES

Rapid Recovery from Depression and Low Self-Esteem workshop, Jack Hirose and Associates, Saskatoon, 2011 An Integrated Treatment Response to Neglected and Traumatized Children: The Neurosequential Model of Therapeutics, Attachment Network, Winnipeg, 2011 Moving Forward- Supporting Resiliency in Refugee Children and their Families, Family Service Saskatoon, Saskatoon, 2010 Aboriginal Awareness Training: Two Worlds Meet, Saskatchewan Association of Health Organization, Saskatoon, 2008 Cognitive Restructuring for Addiction: A Science Based Approach, Saskatchewan Association of Chemical Dependency Workers, Saskatoon, 2006 Methamphetamine: New Knowledge on its Effects and Treatment, Saskatchewan Association of Chemical Dependency Workers, Saskatoon, 2005 Field Education Training Program, Facility of Social Work, University of Regina, Saskatoon, 2005 Introduction to Motivation Interviewing, Saskatoon Health Region, 2005 Assessment and Treatment of Anxiety Disorder in Adults and Children, Five Hills Health Region. Moose Jaw, 2004 Disordered Eating, Bridge Point, Regina, 2004