Simone H.
About Simone H.
Simone H. is a Disability Service Assistant at the Government of Canada, with a career spanning various roles in technology support and community services. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from York University and has a strong commitment to mental health and supporting marginalized groups.
Work at Government of Canada
Simone H. has been employed as a Disability Service Assistant at the Government of Canada since 2020. In this role, she focuses on providing support and services to individuals with disabilities. Her work involves assisting clients in navigating available resources and ensuring they receive the necessary support to enhance their quality of life.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current position, Simone H. held various roles in different organizations. She worked at Apple as a Specialist from 2017 to 2019, and at LEARNstyle Ltd. as an Assistive Technology Coach from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, she served as a Senior Product Support Specialist at Concentrix from 2016 to 2017, and as a Blind/Low Vision Technology Coach at LEARNstyle Ltd. for four months in 2020.
Education and Expertise
Simone H. holds a Bachelor of Arts with Special Honours from York University, which she completed over six years from 2015 to 2021. She also obtained a Bachelor of Arts from York University from 2008 to 2011 and an Associate's degree from Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology from 2006 to 2008. Her educational background supports her expertise in community-based approaches and policy development.
Background in Community Support
Simone H. has a history of working in community support roles, including her time as a Job Developer at Ontario March of Dimes from 2008 to 2009 and as a Peer Employment Mentor at Agilec from 2014 to 2015. Her experience includes working with marginalized groups and focusing on mental health and disability issues. She has developed and implemented positive policy changes aimed at supporting vulnerable communities.
Skills in Evaluation and Reporting
Simone H.'s professional experience includes creating, analyzing, and reporting results for evaluation purposes. This skill set is integral to her roles in community support and disability services, allowing her to assess the effectiveness of programs and initiatives aimed at assisting individuals with disabilities and other marginalized groups.