Ella Hinderaker
St. Paul,United States
Summary
Motivated and hard working advocate with several years of experience working to support the un-housed and addicted communities of the twin cities. Passionate about human welfare, happiness and safety. Willing and excited to learn new skills and take on any task.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Advocate
Listening House
Saint Paul , MN
08.2023 - Current
- Provided advocacy and support to clients experiencing homelessness and addiction.
- Assisted clients with identifying personal strengths and developing strategies to make it through the day as well as long term success.
- Collaborated with other service providers to coordinate care for clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed to ensure safety during episodes of crisis or distress.
- Established relationships with community resources and collaborated with other service providers to coordinate care for clients.
- Provided knowledgeable and compassionate service in response to client questions and concerns.
- Remained calm, stayed professional and provided exceptional service to those struggling and in need of assistance.
Recovery Advocate
Wayside Women’s Recovery Center
Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Provided knowledgeable and compassionate service in response to patient questions and concerns.
- Educated patients on detox and withdrawal, medications, addiction, recovery, coping skills and community resources.
- Remained calm, stayed professional and provided exceptional service, even when interacting with difficult individuals.
- Communicated with external organizations, social workers and others regarding patient's benefits and resources.
- Assists in supervising residents and responding to their needs.
Homeless Advocate
Ramsey County Warming Centers
Saint Paul, MN
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Offers radicle hospitality within low barrier homeless shelters.
- Deescalates stressful situations amongst guests.
- Tends to guests and their needs and assists in guest transports.
- Works as a successful member of a team.
Volunteer
Print the Love, a
Minneapolis, MN
11.2021 - Current
- Travels to developing countries once a year to give out instant photos to families and individuals with few resources
- Working successfully as a part of a team operating on little information
- Prioritizes the trust, patience and communication necessary for an impactful, fun, and meaningful trip.
Animal Care Technician
Animal Humane Society
Golden Valley, MN
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Took care of many animals at once by managing needs such as feeding, grooming and watering.
- Cares for animals in post-operative recovery by closely monitoring behavior and progress.
- Walked and played with the animals to provide enrichment and promote animal health and wellness.
- Maintained a clean environment for the animals by disinfecting surfaces, cleaning up messes, and restocking supplies.
Dog Daycare Supervisor
St.Paws Dog Daycare and Boarding
Saint Paul, MN
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Developed long term relationships with clients and bonded with animals through regular contact.
- Monitored animals during group play sessions and noted behavior in logs
- Administered medication as directed by owner and followed precise feeding instructions
On Call Advocate
Avivo
Minneapolis, MN
04.2024 - Current
- Completes hourly room checks and monitors residents for signs of unusual behavior
- Transports residence to methadone treatments
- Socializes with residents and leads various activities such as painting, group discussions, and neighborhood walks
- Assists with overdue response
- Cleans and maintains building and structure
Education
High School Diploma -
Gateway To College
Saint Paul, MN06.2022
Skills
- Honest and Trustworthy
- Problem-Solving
- Open-mindedness
- Willing and excited to learn
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Conflict Resolution
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Active Listening
- Emotional Awareness
- Crisis Management
Timeline
On Call Advocate
Avivo
04.2024 - Current
Program Advocate
Listening House
08.2023 - Current
Recovery Advocate
Wayside Women’s Recovery Center
01.2023 - 07.2023
Homeless Advocate
Ramsey County Warming Centers
01.2023 - 04.2023
Animal Care Technician
Animal Humane Society
04.2022 - 08.2022
Volunteer
Print the Love, a
11.2021 - Current
Dog Daycare Supervisor
St.Paws Dog Daycare and Boarding
06.2021 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Gateway To College
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