Robbi Riddell is a 31-year-old cisgender Métis woman who works as an Employment Specialist for Prospect Human Services in Alberta. In her role, Robbi helps Albertans by assisting jobseekers to find work and employers to find suitable candidates. Robbi is a mental health advocate who has shared her personal experiences at two Canadian Mental Health Association’s Working Stronger Conferences in 2019 and 2021. Trained in various mental health awareness strategies, suicide prevention and other certifications, Robbi is passionate about helping those with mental health and addictions to speak up, tell their story and advocate for their needs.
With the pandemic came more opportunities for remote work. While some found remote work isolating and difficult, others saw the relief and balance it could offer. As an Employment Specialist...