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Employee of the month – Nic Mackinder

Nic joined the Wagner team within SVRS in November of 2021 quickly climbing the internal ladder to become the residences SRC. Nic frequently goes above and beyond for the team, not only to be a great team player, but to also ensure the residents are receiving exceptional care. Nic often comes in early and/or stays late, picks up extra shifts and continues to strive and develop as a reliable team leader. Everything mentioned above as well as the rapport Nic has with the clients greatly expresses what a vital member of the SVRS Team Nic is and has been.

Employee of the month – Morgan Weselake

Morgan was hired with SVRS in April 2020 joining the Wagner team, becoming their full time overnight. Morgan has since consistently completed her job duties, establishing herself as an incredibly reliable staff member. Additionally, Morgan frequently goes above and beyond picking up extra hours, not only at Wagner, but all programs within the agency to help in any way she can. We’d like to thank Morgan for her years of consistency, reliability, client centered approach and her amazing work ethic!

Employee of the month- Spencer

Spencer has been with SVRS since May 2021 at our Maple residence. Spencer became Key Worker, before transferring over to Hughes and has since became Hughes residence SRC. Spencer has proven to be a highly valuable asset to the team by consistently demonstrating a high level of skill and enthusiasm working with the clients, as well as completing his Key Worker/SRC duties in a timely/efficient manner. Thank you Spencer, for the hard work and dedication you have not only shown the Springview team, but to the clients you service as well! This was well deserved!

Employee of the Month – Ryan

Ryan began his tenure with Springview as a placement student at Campbell. Ryan quickly showed his strengths by assisting with daily expectations and building rapport with staff and clients. Once Ryan completed placement he transitioned into a full 30-hour contract where his work ethic and team work continued to thrive. Ryan often picks up shifts, stays late and/or comes in early for the team, as well as comfortably works at any other residence as needed. All while maintaining a high level of client care. All of these also contributed to Ryan’s recent promotion of Keyworker at Campbell residence.

Thank you Ryan for the exceptional team work and client care you provide! We’re excited to see the next chapter in your career with Springview!

Employee of the Month- Hana

Hana has been with SVRS since October 2019. Hana began her tenure as a 30 hour contract at Maple and quickly climbed to being Supervisor of Hughes. Since establishing herself at Hughes, Hana has created a fun and active culture by consistently planning outings and activities for the residents and staff. Hana also has great leadership skills and always leads by example; often picking up shifts and/or staying late to not only help the team but ensuring the best possible client care is provided.

Thank you Hana for always going above and beyond for your team and clients. Your leadership, work ethic and client care are an invaluable asset to SVRS!

Employee of the Month – Stephanie K

Stephanie K joined the Wagner team as a casual in September 2022. Stephanie immediately began going above and beyond expectations; often picking up shifts or offering to help in anyway she can. Stephanie has also recently began being Wagner’s Health & Safety representative; a position she volunteered for. Stephanie’s client centered approached has not gone unnoticed, with peers often speaking highly of her approach and work ethic with the clients.

Stephanie, you continuing to go above and beyond for the team and clients is greatly appreciated! Thank you for being such a reliable member of the SVRS team!

Employee of the Month- Des

Des has been with SVRS since February 2019 and began her tenure at Campbell residence before transitioning over to Maple residence. Des’ experience and skills have resulted in her climbing the agency’s ladder and becoming Maples Senior Residential Counsellor. Above that, Des has built an incredibly strong relationship with the residents at Maple; having worked with several of them for 4+ years. Each of the residents often share great memories and appreciation for having Des around!

Des, your work ethic, relationship building and level of care provided have become an invaluable asset to the team over the years!

Thank you!

Staff Appreciation Highlight

Colton has been working with the agency since August 2018. Colton started as a 30-hour contract before
committing to being the agency’s first official full-time overnight staff member. Colton has continuously
demonstrated what it truly means to be consistent, reliable and to lead by example. Over the years,
Colton has developed a strong relationship with the residents and established himself as someone they
can rely on.

Colton your work ethic and dedication to remaining consistent is just a few of the many things that make
you are a valuable and highly appreciated member of the team!


Thank you!

The Springview Residential Team

Organizing your Environment

One of the most effective ways to manage behaviour is to organize the environment. It is our job to make sure that the environment is organized in a way that allows for adaptive behaviours to be expressed easily while requiring lots of effort to demonstrate maladaptive behaviours. For example, if a child is required to complete homework it is important to provide an environment which is free from distractions such as television and other electronics, toys, people etc. Therefore, the child is more likely to focus on homework completion as it would require a great deal of effort to find other things to do. There are many things that we can do, or already do, in order to reduce the effort we need to put out in order to accomplish something. For example, if you are trying to avoid returning library books late, you might set an alarm or reminder on your phone as soon as you get the books. Now you will not have to remember when they are due. Other examples of applying this technique could include locking up medication so that adults and children cannot easily ingest/overdose on medication, a programmable thermostat to reduce heating temperatures during peak consumption times, placing a towel on the counter in the bathroom prior to showering. Often maladaptive behaviours can be prevented by taking a few minutes to prepare the environment and plan ahead.

Satiation

Satiation occurs when a person has experienced a particular reinforcer to such an extent that it is temporarily no longer reinforcing. Despite the fact that this effect is temporary, it can actually last for an extended period of time. To avoid this undesired effect of satiation it is ideal to vary the reinforcers that are offered to an individual. Variation in reinforcers can be as easy as using different looking stickers or stamps on a tracking sheet, choosing different edibles such as M&M’s, a cookie, a few chips, or cheese sticks. Another good way of creating choice of reinforcers is to create a treasure chest of items the person can earn. Generally, these things should not exceed $5.00 and can be food or other items such as eye make-up, toy cars, batteries for their IPod, cool socks, dollar store toys, colouring books etc. This treasure chest is a great way to get the person involved in their own reinforcement program as they can suggest what they want in the treasure box. Remember, if the item is being offered as a reinforcer it should not be available at other times or until it is earned. This makes the item more desirable and therefore the person is going to work harder to get it.