Vanessa Pereira
About Vanessa Pereira
Vanessa Pereira is an Assessment Benefits Processing Officer with a diverse background in community health and social services. She has held various roles in organizations such as A New Day Youth and Adult Services and The Beer Store, and she aspires to pursue a Master's in Social Work.
Work at Federal Government of Canada
Vanessa Pereira currently serves as an Assessment Benefits Processing Officer at the Federal Government of Canada. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to the assessment and processing of benefits for eligible individuals. Her role involves analyzing applications and ensuring compliance with government regulations.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current role, Vanessa Pereira gained diverse experience in various positions. She worked as a Residential Treatment Worker at A New Day Youth and Adult Services from 2020 to 2021. Before that, she was a Supervisor at The Beer Store from 2017 to 2020, and a Barista at Starbucks from 2015 to 2016. Additionally, she served as a Crew Trainer at McDonald's from 2012 to 2014 and held a position as a Package Handler/Baker at Costco Wholesale Canada from 2015 to 2017.
Education and Qualifications
Vanessa Pereira studied at Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology, where she achieved a Social Service Worker (Intensive) diploma with a 3.96 GPA, graduating with honors. She also attended the University of Ottawa, earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a specialization from 2014 to 2018. Throughout her academic career, she was recognized on the Dean's List twice and maintained Honor Roll status during high school.
Community Involvement and Aspirations
Vanessa Pereira has a strong commitment to community service, demonstrated by her role as a Program Assistant/Community Worker at Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre since 2019. She aspires to pursue a Master's in Social Work and is interested in expanding her experience in areas such as case management, addiction services, housing management, mental health services, and community development.
Awards and Recognition
Throughout her career, Vanessa Pereira has received several accolades. She was awarded the Employee of the Month during her tenure at The Beer Store. In addition, she secured the Projeto Jovens Estudantes Montepio scholarship in 2012, reflecting her dedication to her studies and community involvement.