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Shivani Dhinakaran

@shivanidhinakaran

Housing support worker at Cape Breton Community Housing, supporting stable housing and managing client trust funds.

Canada
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At Cape Breton Community Housing and Association, I support clients with housing applications, tenancy issues, and housing crises. I connect people with community services and financial support, and represent clients with housing authorities and landlords.

As a Homelessness Program Trustee, I supported stable housing in collaboration with Rental Supplement Officers and Community Services. I managed client trust funds, maintained records, and assisted clients in obtaining CPP, OAS, and other benefits.

In my current Casual Supervisor role, I provide day-to-day operational support to staff in a residential and community housing environment. I coordinate staff activities and help address client needs while supporting consistent service delivery.

My experience also includes residential counseling and rehabilitation support, including documenting changes in residents’ behavior and using crisis intervention techniques. I hold degrees in Public Health and Dental Surgery, alongside training in housing support, harm reduction, and client care.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

CA
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Housing Support Worker

Cape Breton Community Housing and Association

Jun 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Aided clients with housing applications and tenancy issues, connected them with community services, and provided immediate assistance during housing crises. Represented and negotiated on behalf of clients with housing authorities and landlords.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Cape Breton University logoCU

Cape Breton University

Bachelor of Science, Public Health

Bachelor of Science in Public Health with a concentration in Occupational Health and Safety, completed in May 2023.

Bharath University logoBU

Bharath University

Bachelor of Dental Surgery, Dental Surgery

Bachelor of Dental Surgery in Dental Surgery from Bharath University, completed in March 2021.

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