John Patrick Dunn MSW RSW132 Ducharme St., Belle River, Ontario. N0R 1A0

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OBJECTIVEI am a dedicated and experienced professional with proven skill in the fields of Mental Health and Mental Illness, Developmental Disabilities, Special Education/Learning Supports, Community Living, and Public Education. My primary objective is to contribute to the health and well-being of the community through the implementation of best practices in the field of healthcare and community development. My contribution to these sectors have included direct care as well as leadership and supervision within various teams of dedicated care providers. My primary career goal is focused upon enhancing the quality of related programs and services.

PROFILE Twenty-five years’ experience in the field of social services. Proven ability to lead and to work independently within a team framework Goal-oriented individual with confidence and sensitivity to crisis situations and case management Organized, highly motivated, and detail-directed problem solver. Team orientation with proven ability to work collaboratively with fellow staff, consumers, and volunteers Creative, flexible and adaptable to ever changing situations.

EDUCATION & REGISTRATIONB.A., Psychology, (General) University of Windsor. Windsor, Ont. (1990)B.S.W. Bachelors Social Work, (Honours) University of Windsor. Windsor, Ont. (2008)M.S.W. Masters of Social Work, University of Windsor. Windsor, Ont.. (2009)

Member of Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers; Registered Social Worker – OCSWSSW (since 2008)

Member of Ontario Association of Social Workers OASW (2009)

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

CMHA-LAMBTON KENT - SARNIA, ON (2013 – 2014)Tri-County Manager, Early Intervention for Psychosis Programs in Chatham, Sarnia and Windsor This position was created to standardize best practices of intervention and support for individuals between the ages of 14-35 years of age, affected by a first episode of psychosis. My role as supervisor of these programs was to evaluate and implement a model of care which enhances service delivery for these individuals and their families. My responsibilities included mental health and addiction resource coordination, program evaluation and development, research and analysis of program, and clinical supervision for 16 staff members in three distinct programs. This position also included direct reporting to the Erie St. Clair Local Health Integrated Network (LHIN) and liaison with the Ontario Working Group of Early Psychosis Intervention Ontario Network (EPION).

CMHA-WECB WINDSOR, ON (2012 – 2013)Mental Health Emergency Department Placement Coordinator Working in unison with the Emergency Department, Community Crisis Centre and Partial Day Wellness Program at Hotel Dieu Grace Hospital, my role was to ensure that frequent users of Emergency Department services and/or those in need of community supports and resources were assessed and linked to relevant community agencies and supported in an efficient and effective manner.

Counsellor/Therapist (2010 – 2012)Working through the offices of the Community Counselling Alliance, my role was to provide counselling and mediation supports to individuals, couples and families. Presenting issues included mental health and addiction, unemployment, employer conflict, marital and parent-child conflict resolution. The model of my practice is informed

by strength based conflict resolution using acceptance & commitment, narrative therapy, cognitive behavior therapy and trauma/impact therapy techniques.

Manager, Specialized Services (2011 -2012)Provided clinical and administrative supervision to approximately forty staff members. I was chair of the Human Services and Justice Coordinating Committee (HSJCC) and 672 Mental Health Court Subcommittee. Supervisory portfolio included Mental Health Advocates, Homelessness Initiative Aftercare, Safe bed Program, Justice Case Management Program, Justice Housing Program, Court Support Services, Early Intervention Program, and Transition House. Current member of Quality Council, Leadership team, Breakfast Club and various ad hoc committees and groups.

Intake Coordinator – Community Counselling Alliance (2010 – 2011)Intake and assessment of consumers seeking therapy, data entry and file creation. Designed and presented program overview presentation to the United Way. Prepared promotional material and evaluations of actual and projected outcomes.

Interim Manager – MSW Student Placement (2009)As a requirement of my post-graduate studies, I was able to act as manager for teams within CMHA-WECB for the duration of my final semester, during which time I supervised approximately thirty staff members. Teams were inclusive of the following programs: Community Treatment Orders, Concurrent Disorders, and Intensive Case Management. During my placement, I developed a Family Support Model for individuals supporting those with mental health and addiction related issues.

Mental Health Advocate (2005 – 2010)Provided advocacy for individuals, family and community. Provided consultation and direction to agency staff. Provided public education to community, as related to agency programs and services.

Information and Referral Worker (2003 – 2005)Processed incoming phone and walk-in requests for information and support. Met with individual walk-in clients and ensured that immediate needs were met through the provision of appropriate resources and referrals to agency and community supports.

Intake and Assessment Worker (2003 – 2005)Conducted assessments and provided brief services to individuals that were referred to Community Support Services. Assessment tools included the PSR, RAI, OCAN, and Camberwell inventories.

Community Support Worker for Community Support Services (2002 – 2003)Provided case management support to various individuals who were found to be requiring community mental health supports and counsel.

Brief Services Worker – Residential and Hospital Discharge Team (2001 – 2002)Provided time limited interventions in the community for individuals who did not require long-term supports. Member of ACCESS Committee, in working closely with ACTT, Community Crisis Centre, RTF, local police and hospital services. WINDSOR ESSEX COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD - WINDSOR, ON (1999-2001)Educational AssistantProvided direct assistance in meeting educational and physical needs of students in the Special Education Program; Developed modified curriculum and teaching plans. Met regularly with associate professionals and parents to ensure ongoing communication and adequate programming for students. Assisted in the Learning Supports program. Assisted with the development of the IEP and IPRC processes. Collaborated in fundraising activities, and coordinated extra-curricular activities for the students with the assigned teacher(s).

ESSEX COUNTY ASSOCIATION FOR COMMUNITY LIVING - ESSEX, ON (1990-2001)Residential Support WorkerProvided case management services and supports to several adults with Developmental Disabilities, in a residential setting. Developed and implemented individualized support plans. Focused upon areas of education, employment, ADL’s, social and recreational opportunities. Promoted opportunities for independent living where indicated. Provided advocacy and instruction in response to all medical, financial and residential needs.

WINDSOR ESSEX COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD - WINDSOR, ON (1990-2001)Teaching AssistantPrimarily worked 1:1 with a student, diagnosed with autism, within classroom and community settings.Focus was upon integration, program modification, and general assistance in the classroom at the High School level

RELATED EXPERIENCE Staff ambassador and mentor, developing and providing orientation and support to new hires On-site Supervisor of Social Work Students at the BSW and MSW levelsMedia Guest on CKLW 800 AM Program – “Mental Health During the Holidays” - December 2011 Spokesperson for “Signs and Symptoms of Mental Illness” which aired on Cogeco in 2012 Interviewed by CTV News to provide an overview of Bipolar Disorder Provided training and public education to community partners and high schools throughout Windsor and

Essex County – “Signs and Symptoms of Mental Illness”, “Suicide Awareness”, “Advocating for those with Mental Illness”, “CMHA-WECB’s Programs and Services”

Additional Courses & CertificationsMental Health and Addictions, Concurrent Disorders, Diversity, Motivational Interviewing and Pharmacology, ASIST, FMEA, Critical Incident Review, Creating and Presenting Effective Presentations, Communication Across Cultural Boundaries, Partnering with Families Living with Concurrent Disorders, Straight Talk About Concurrent Disorders, Developing a Respectful Environment (D.A.R.E.), Developmental Disability and Dual Diagnosis, Relaxation Techniques, Stages of Change, Suicide Awareness Committee, Diversity and Inclusivity, LGBTQ Awareness, Change Management Techniques and Strategies, LEAN Evaluation and Implementation, Effective Supervision, Critical Incident Debriefing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Counselling, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information SystemProficienciesMicrosoft Office (incl. Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Databases incl. CRMS, Danic, BSharp, eManager, QHRnet, Quadrant and Citrix Systems. CommitteesMember of ‘Pathways to Care’ and ‘Suicide Awareness’ Committees, Committee member and presenter for Early Intervention for Psychosis Ontario Working Group, Member of FMEA Discharge Review Committee, Critical Incident Review Committee, Aging at Home Committee, and Family Council Staff Representative, Committee Member of LEAN Review Process for Information and Referral, Committee Member Lead and Presenter of Police Training 2004, Committee Member of Forms Implementation and Revision Committee, Policy and Procedure Document Revision Committee, Member of Program Advisory Committee (PAC) for Community Crisis Centre at Hotel-Dieu Grace Hospital, Member of Speakers Bureau, having developed and presented information to various schools, community and government agencies as guest speaker, Mental Health Awareness Week and Mental Illness Awareness Week, Committee Member of Social Committee & Wellness Committee, Coordinator of United Way Fundraising Campaign, Accreditation Committee Member– Leadership & Partnership and Mental Health Services Committees, First Responder for Code White Response Team.

INTERESTS Family, Movies, Golf, Reading, Writing, Biking, Art, Antiques and Photography.

REFERENCES To be supplied upon request