VALINA PHILLION
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Welcome to my personal Website and Portfolio. Please take a moment to browse my work, skills, and professional experience. It’s my firm belief that a good challenge offers an opportunity to develop and improve, which is why I make a point of seeking out new ones in the professional realm as well as in my personal life.
Valina Phillion
Social Work/Addictions Counselling Portfolio
Anti oppressive theory
Anti-Oppressive Practice acknowledges the oppression that prevails in our society/space and works to lessen its effects and finally equalize the power disparities between individuals. Additionally, it acknowledges that all types of oppression are linked together in some way. The field of social work is where anti-oppressive practice has its origins, where it is used at the micro, mezzo, and macro levels to address issues like reducing the imbalances of power within social workers and the individuals they serve and those between the people they serve and society. Anti-Oppressive Practice is a comprehensive idea that takes from a variety of academic fields to broaden our comprehension of global issues and develop our capacity for critical thought. Some other topics, these disciplines cover anti-racism, decolonization theory, feminism, and disabilities in society. To help people better grasp how privilege and power operate in society at all levels, anti-oppressive practice aims to use these disciplines. Additionally, it encourages the creation and implementation of initiatives and methods that can alter the dynamics of our society and lessen or end oppression. Anti-Oppressive Practice is a theory that is always changing, much like many others. As a result, it is a concept that necessitates involvement and constant growth.
Trauma Informed Approach
Trauma therapies work to lessen difficulties brought on by the adverse effects of trauma in a person's life. TIC models consider individuals' demands for dignity and a sense of belonging, and confidence in their healing. Trauma-informed social workers build partnerships with individuals in an approach that strengthens themselves because they are aware that current issues frequently serve as markers of trauma and connected psychological scars. Shelters can be oppressive, and underprivileged individuals frequently enter them wary of professionals and with a suspicion of those in positions of power. Professionals in social work ought to recognize this behavior as typical defensive behavior when a person seems fragile rather than reading it as animosity, an absence of determination, or refusal of assistance. Social workers understand that it is our responsibility to promote trust, and that doing so calls for treating individuals with kindness and consideration. A strategy based on trauma sees current issues as dysfunctional coping mechanisms and treats trauma as a framework for comprehending traumas that can shape and profoundly alter an individual's basic character rather than as an isolated occurrence.
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Harm Reduction Approach
A recent preventive and treatment strategy for aiding professionals called "harm reduction" regards any improvement in undesirable, troublesome, or dangerous behaviors as beneficial. The idea and tactics of reducing harm are relevant to an extensive variety of complicated social issues and medical issues, while having their roots in the realm of substance addiction. The harm reduction method incorporates key ethical principles of the social work profession, which includes the inherent dignity and respect of humans, individual self-determination, and a strengths-based perspective. It is ideal as an outline to practice in all social work situations. Harm reduction is also appropriate for use at the macro, meso, and micro levels. Harm reduction can be seen as a catch-all phrase for a range of techniques that may be used. Harm reduction is frequently related with a range of social work concepts and approaches, but Motivational Interviewing is a popular pairing. Pre-contemplation, contemplation, actions, and upkeep are the four phases of transformation covered by motivational interviewing. The initial phase, pre-contemplation, of these phases introduces harm reduction. Pre-contemplation describes the initial phase, when problematic behavior persists but no decisions or interventions have been made to stop it. During this phase, professionals ask people to lower the chance of the behavior in question, by using a fresh syringe while administering intravenous drugs.
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Strength Based
The strength-based method, which has its roots in social work, capitalizes on the individual's assets by emphasizing their resourcefulness and fortitude in trying circumstances This technique is special due to the fact it is client-led and focused on results utilizing a person's potential combination of capabilities. Individuals can perceive their strongest qualities using the strength-based approach, which helps them recognize their worth. Instead of concentrating on the individual's weaknesses they can improve those values and make the most of their abilities. The strength-based approach looks at the person as well as the surroundings they are in. This strategy additionally determines any limitations that may be preventing personal development. These limitations exist when someone must cope with relationships, individual, or cultural challenges in settings where there is an unfavorable imbalance.
Aboriginal Approach
Supporting families, children, and individuals with unique requirements, including senior citizens and persons with impairments is a crucial function of social work. In order to take on a variety of systemic unfairness concerns and behaviors, social workers are going to collaborate with people who have encountered some types of institutionalized marginalization. The difficulties that Indigenous communities encounter, particularly with their seclusion inside schools and universities, are something that social workers who assist these communities continuously confront and see. Due to issues with injustice and past marginalization brought about by colonial practices, social work as an occupation is expanding within Indigenous cultural organizations. I understand the importance of social work in Indigenous communities. By affirming those traumatic events, it can encourage individuals to stand publicly and tell the truth while also helping them on their paths to healing and recognizing their traumatic events and cultural expertise.
Certificates
List of Certifications
FOIP
VTRA
Panel On Research Ethics
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
Violence Threat Risk Assessment
Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans
Indigenous Community Reseach Partnerships
Indigenous Communities as Investors, Partners and Employers
Indigenous Canada Certification
Key Issues facing Indigenous Peoples today from a Historical & Critical View
Brain Story Certification
An In-Depth Course for Professionals interested in the Scientific underpinnings of the Brain Story
Reconciliation Education
Comprehensive, Customized Anti-Racist Education in line with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's 94 Calls to Action
Courses
Communications For Helping Professions
Intro To Social Work Practice
Intro To Addictions Studies
Social Work Theories And Practice
Introductory Sociology
Aboriginal Issues
Principles Of Psychology
Social Problems And Policies
Intro To Counseling
Physiology And Processes Of Addiction
Developmental Psychology
Counseling Ii individuals And Groups
Assessment Of Addictions
Health Education And Promotion
Social Work With Mental Illness, Trauma And Addictions
Sociology Current Social Issues
Social Work Research And Leadership In Human Services
Social Work With Families
Practicum 1
Social Work With Communities
Practicum 2
Values Beliefs & Attitude
Values: Indigenous Reconciliation, Integrity, Competence, Respect, Cultural Diversity, Confidentiality, Human Rights, Respect for Persons, Interpersonal Relationships, Social Justice, Self Determination, Empathy, and Acceptance
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Beliefs: The importance of Family and Community, Spirituality, Reciprocity, Humility, Truth, Honesty and Respect for one another.
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Attitudes: Respect for the client, their personal information and their personal challenges. Compassion and integrity as well as consideration for others, being humble and happy.