Nicole Bassarab

Nicole Bassarab is an experienced professional in social services and community engagement, currently serving as the Manager of Resident Services and Resident & Family Advisor at Thrive Group since May 2020. Prior roles include BSO Mobile Social Worker at St Joseph's Villa, Social Services Consultant at Saint Luke's Place, and Social Service Student Placement at North Hamilton Community Health Centre. Nicole has a robust background in communications and project management, having served as New Media Developer and Ministry Director at Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship of Canada from September 2004 to January 2016. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work from McMaster University, a Post-Graduate Diploma in Community & Social Service Management from Conestoga College, and a Master of Theological Studies from McMaster Divinity College. Currently pursuing a Master of Social Work at the University of Waterloo, Nicole is committed to promoting social welfare and effective community engagement.