Jordan works as the Interim Executive Director for Westminster House Society. She brings her knowledge, compassion, and lived experience to the role. Jordan has 7 years experience working in the non-profit sector. She holds a Bachelors Degree in Child and Youth Care from Douglas College and is currently working toward a Non-profit Management Certificate at Simon Fraser University. Jordan’s education and work history lend her a unique set of skills that serve her well in her leadership of the organization. She is involved in the day to day operations at Westminster House and the development of its big picture strategic objectives. She is passionate about recovery, women’s health, and fostering positive female development in Westminster House clients. Jordan’s experience, dedication, and commitment to recovery play an integral part in the delivery of our programs. Her competence and strong work ethic instill trust in our women served, community partners, board of directors, and other Westminster House stakeholders.

Asha is the Program Director at Westminster House. She is certified by The Canadian Addiction Counselors Certification Federation as an Addictions Counselor. Asha received her Addiction Counselling Certification through Vancouver Community College and holds an International and Canadian Certified Addiction Counsellor Certificate (ICADC, CCAC). In her role as Program Director, Asha manages all the groups and programs while working closely with her team to ensure each individual’s needs are met. Additionally, she works within the management team to develop and implement WHS’s strategic goals. Asha is working toward a bachelor’s degree in Psychology in addition to continually engaging in groups and workshops, staying apprised of the relevant issues facing the addiction treatment and recovery sector. On top of everything, she is hands-on and supports our clients with evidence-based practices. Asha brings enthusiasm and relatability that engages the clients and builds trust, which aids in the recovery process and helps create positive health outcomes.

Dr. Dennis Wardman completed Medical School at the University of Alberta and Specialty training at the University of Calgary in Community Medicine with a Special Interest in Addiction Medicine. He is a Fellow in the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and is Board Certified in Addiction Medicine. He is presently employed with the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch in Saskatchewan as Medical Health Officer. Dr. Wardman also works at various Addiction Medicine clinics in the Greater Vancouver area.

Westminster House onsite Certified Accredited Pharmacy manager is supported by the team at Westminster House. Westminster House provides MAT, OAT, and ORT for medication stabilization for people who use substances.

Sandra is a Clinical Manager at Westminster House, bringing her experience as an Early Childhood Educator to support mothers in recovery from addiction navigate the challenges of parenting , shared, custody, and working with the Ministry Child and Family Services.  Sandra is a certified counsellor with CACCF receiving her Addiction Counselling Skills Certificate from VCC in addition to many years of education in psychology, wellness, and fine arts.  Sandra works with our adult clients using her experience with narrative and gestalt therapies as well as teaching Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training.  Sandra is passionate about continuing her education into best practices for addiction treatment and ongoing recovery and is a vocal advocate for aftercare to ensure her clients have the best possible outcomes.

Kim is the Case Manager for the youth program at Westminster House Society. Kim has received her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Degree from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. She brings her warm personality and her wide range of knowledge in development and mental health to her work. She continues to educate herself on issues relevant to youth in recovery and is passionate toward leading by example for our clients.

Jess works on the WHS clinical team and brings with her experience of being both an alumna and a client care worker who takes pride in her work with the women. Jess is driven and self-motivated as well as empathetic and strives to meet the clients where they are .  Jess is currently enrolled in Vancouver Community College’s addiction counseling certificate program which she is set to complete in the upcoming year. Jess is also working towards her ACC credential with CACCF.

Brooklyn works as the Medical Coordinator and Accounts Payable Clerk for Westminster House. Brooklyn brings her attention to detail and organization into her work. Brooklyn can also be seen working in Client Care as she wears many hats and has many talents throughout Westminster House, working with clients is one of them. Brooklyn has a caring heart and provides support to the clients and facilitates their medical needs.