I am Allisa Scott, a retired Social Worker with extensive experience in research, writing, and training for over 25 years now. I conducted original research for Master’s degrees, authored policy and educational content, and written about my research findings in numerous ways. I have written for many diverse organizations and audiences. I can write in plain language, professionally or academically. I emphasize accessibility, and clarity, and I have a track record of turning complex ideas into structured, engaging writing. I am excited to learn more about technology and science, and already started learning about using writing with AI and LLM's. I bring strong writing, editing, sourcing, and adaptable communication skills to remote projects. I am seeking ongoing, longer-term, flexible collaborations such as content researcher roles for YouTube explainers and other educational channels. I have a diverse skillset that could suit other roles as well. I look forward to hearing from you to see how we can collaborate!…

Allisa Scott

I am Allisa Scott, a retired Social Worker with extensive experience in research, writing, and training for over 25 years now. I conducted original research for Master’s degrees, authored policy and educational content, and written about my research findings in numerous ways. I have written for many diverse organizations and audiences. I can write in plain language, professionally or academically. I emphasize accessibility, and clarity, and I have a track record of turning complex ideas into structured, engaging writing. I am excited to learn more about technology and science, and already started learning about using writing with AI and LLM's. I bring strong writing, editing, sourcing, and adaptable communication skills to remote projects. I am seeking ongoing, longer-term, flexible collaborations such as content researcher roles for YouTube explainers and other educational channels. I have a diverse skillset that could suit other roles as well. I look forward to hearing from you to see how we can collaborate!…

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I am Allisa Scott, a retired Social Worker with extensive experience in research, writing, and training for over 25 years now. I conducted original research for Master’s degrees, authored policy and educational content, and written about my research findings in numerous ways. I have written for many diverse organizations and audiences. I can write in plain language, professionally or academically. I emphasize accessibility, and clarity, and I have a track record of turning complex ideas into structured, engaging writing.

I am excited to learn more about technology and science, and already started learning about using writing with AI and LLM’s. I bring strong writing, editing, sourcing, and adaptable communication skills to remote projects. I am seeking ongoing, longer-term, flexible collaborations such as content researcher roles for YouTube explainers and other educational channels. I have a diverse skillset that could suit other roles as well. I look forward to hearing from you to see how we can collaborate!

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Skills

Experience Level

Microsoft Word
Intermediate
Magazine
Intermediate
Presentation Design
Intermediate
Microsoft Excel
Intermediate
AI Data Labelling
Beginner

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Gender Journeys Group Creator & Lead Facilitator at Inclusive Counselling, Consulting & Training
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2020
Led 8–12 week psycho-educational groups for gender-variant adults; developed customized educational materials and presentations.
Owner, Clinical Social Worker, Consultant and Trainer at Inclusive Counselling, Consulting and Training
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2020
Owned and operated private practice; provided clinical social work services, consulting and training; developed proposals for diversity and mental health initiatives.
Coordinator, Skills for Safer Living / Canadian Mental Health Association at Self-Help / CMHA, Kitchener, ON
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2017
Created, taught content; co-wrote diversity and inclusion policies; integrated Indigenous perspectives and wellness practices.
Rainbow Connections Co-facilitator and Content Creator at Self Help/Canadian Mental Health Association, Kitchener, ON
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Co-created and co-facilitated mental health peer support for LGBTQIA2S+ community; researched and wrote weekly handouts on topics like coming out and coping with mental health.
Cultural Sensitivity/Positive Space Facilitator/Trainer at McMaster University, School of Medicine
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2013
Trained administration and staff on LGBTQ+ healthcare considerations; created customized educational materials for medical students and residents.
Researcher & Co-Coordinator of Waterloo Region Intimate Partner Violence Campaign at Waterloo Region Crime Prevention Council
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2012
Researched intimate partner violence and contributed to campaign development; supervised interns and produced resources for Pride events.
Educator and Trainer at Wilfrid Laurier University, Equity Committee
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2009
Created and presented content from diversity climate survey results; proposed solutions to Equity Committee.
Researcher & Author of Equity Committee Diversity Climate Survey at Wilfrid Laurier University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Designed and implemented a diversity climate survey; analyzed results and presented reports and recommendations.
Equity Committee Co-Chair at Wilfrid Laurier University
January 1, 2007 - January 1, 2008
Co-chaired monthly meetings; organized Equity Diversity Forum; advocated for student equity concerns.

Education

Master of Social Work at Wilfrid Laurier University
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2008
Master of Sociology at University of Windsor
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Honors Bachelor of Arts and Human Sciences at University of Windsor
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2003

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Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other

Skills

Experience Level

Microsoft Word
Intermediate
Magazine
Intermediate
Presentation Design
Intermediate
Microsoft Excel
Intermediate
AI Data Labelling
Beginner