Meet the Wellbeing Team

Manager, Provincial Wellbeing, Shared Health

Hello, I’m Gayle Hryshko. My background is in social work, psychology, health services management, human resources management, and management development, and I’ve spent 22 years working in the health system in a leadership capacity, including workplace accommodations and return-to-work planning, OESH, and the provincial violence prevention program. Throughout my career I’ve been passionate about the opportunities to make our workplaces better for healthcare workers through improved health and safety, inclusiveness, and accessibility for all.

Having worked in the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, and now Shared Health, I bring an understanding of the unique challenges faced by healthcare workers, and the need to develop meaningful support systems for our staff. As the Manager, Provincial Wellbeing, my goal is to build on the work already completed in the department and be responsive to the needs of those who work in the health system so there is equitable service for all.

Wellbeing Leader, Shared Health

Hello, I’m Alison Daily. My background is in Occupational Therapy, and I have extensive experience as a community mental health worker. Throughout my career I’ve been passionate about partnering with individuals, families and services to support mental health recovery, promote independence, build community connections and increase access to services.

Having worked in community mental health, I bring a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by healthcare workers. As a Wellbeing Leader, my goal is to partner with individuals and teams to ensure that everyone has access to meaningful wellness resources and supports to increase wellbeing so they can continue doing the important work they do in their personal and professional lives.

Wellbeing Leader, Shared Health

Hello, I’m Amber Hamm. My background is in Social Work where I’ve previously worked in Community Corrections both in Winnipeg, Selkirk and on northern remote First Nation Communities; private counselling, as well as worked in community settings such as drop in centres, and supporting kids in care. For the past 5.5 years I’ve been working in Crisis Services, both as a front-line Clinician, Team Leader and a short term as Interim Manager. Throughout my career I’ve been passionate about working with individuals from all walks of life and walking alongside of people during a difficult time and supporting them through their individual journeys. Furthermore, in more recent roles I have experience supporting staff during critical incidents, walking through change and at the same time understanding individual needs and attempting to bring together teams in a collaborative and meaningful way.

Having worked in Crisis Services, and particularly at the Crisis Response Centre which is a 24/7 walk in based facility, I bring a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by healthcare workers in an acute setting.

As a Wellbeing Leader, my goal is to ensure that everyone feels heard and is able to access support in a meaningful way that creates longevity in an individuals’ personal and professional journey.

Wellbeing Leader, Shared Health

Hello, I’m Caprice Kehler (she/her). My education is in Kinesiology and for the last 20 years I’ve worked at the Norwest Co-op Community Health as a Community Facilitator. This role allowed me to focus on community development, partnership development, and facilitate capacity building projects with the community, and for the last 10 years in that role, I built and led the Community Trauma Response Team.

My experience in trauma response, facilitating training, and providing psychosocial supports to health-care providers during the pandemic, has allowed me to gain an understanding of the complex and often unique challenges our health system staff face every day. As a Wellbeing Leader I aim to support the development and implementation of wellbeing initiatives, prevention strategies, and policies that will promote the holistic wellbeing of our health system staff.

Wellbeing Leader, Shared Health

Hi, I’m Jess Morgan, the Wellbeing Leader for Shared Health Emergency Response Services (ERS).

My career has always been centered on helping others learn, grow, and navigate some of life’s most challenging moments. Before joining the Shared Health Wellbeing Team, I spent six years as a teacher and twelve years in Emergency Medical Services as a Primary Care Paramedic and later as a Quality Officer. Those experiences gave me a deep appreciation for the dedication, compassion, and humanity of the people who serve across healthcare and within emergency response services.

I believe wellbeing is something we build together through compassion, trauma-informed leadership, healthy workplace cultures, access to resources and education, and genuine human connection. In my role, I develop practical, accessible, and meaningful wellbeing support through education, peer support, critical incident stress response, leadership consultation, and wellbeing initiatives. My goal is to help build workplaces where people feel safe, supported, and confident in accessing help when they need it.

It is a privilege to support the wellbeing of the incredible people in ERS and to contribute to a healthier, more connected Shared Health community.

Wellbeing Leader, Shared Health

Hello, I’m Linde MacDiarmid. My background is in Sociology and Paramedicine, with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Western Ontario and a Primary Care Paramedic diploma from Red River College. I have spent 13 years working in the healthcare field, including roles as a Patient Services Manager at Brandon Regional Health Centre, Manager Health Services – EMS Operations with Shared Health Emergency Response Services, Paramedic, and Crisis Worker. I am currently pursuing a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and maintain an active certificate of practice with the College of Paramedics of Manitoba.

Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about fostering psychological safety, supporting mental health, and promoting holistic wellbeing for healthcare professionals. Through my experience supporting a wide range of populations and healthcare environments, I have developed a strong awareness of the complex and dynamic challenges healthcare professional’s encounter. I prioritize empathetic listening, clear communication, and a respectful, judgement-free approach in every interaction.

In my role as Wellbeing Leader I am committed to fostering an environment where every healthcare professional can access the tools, resources, and support they need to maintain their wellbeing.

Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Anti-Racism (EDI-A) Lead, Shared Health

Hello, I’m Ogai Sherzoi (hear my name), and I’m excited to be part of the Provincial Wellbeing Team at Shared Health. My background is in social work, and I hold both a Bachelor and Master of Social Work from the University of Manitoba. I bring over 20 years of experience in social services, healthcare, and health research. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about advancing equity, social justice, and anti-racism by ensuring that lived and living experiences meaningfully inform decision-making, policy development, and system design. My work is grounded in anti-oppressive practice, trauma-informed approaches, cultural responsiveness, and meaningful collaboration with diverse communities and partners.

Having worked across the healthcare system, I bring a deep understanding of the unique experiences and challenges faced by healthcare staff, leaders, patients, and communities. As the EDI-A Lead, my goal is to advance equitable and inclusive workplaces and healthcare environments by helping to address systemic barriers, racism, and discrimination. I am committed to working collaboratively with staff, leaders, and community partners to foster meaningful change through policy development, education, engagement, and system-level initiatives that promote belonging, equity, and accountability.

In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with my family and friends and love traveling, which helps me stay grounded, broaden my perspectives, and stay connected to the values that guide my work. I’m looking forward to connecting with you, learning from your experiences, and working together to advance anti-racism, equity, diversity, and inclusion across Shared Health.

Wellbeing Leader, Shared Health

Hello, I am Shantelle Rank. I have a Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing and over 15 years of experience supporting mental health and well-being in community settings.

I have extensive experience as a Community Mental Health Worker across various programs, including Psychosocial Rehabilitation, Employability Assistance, Intensive Case Management, Child and Family Service Mental Health Worker in the Community Addiction Response Team, and the adult program. I am also part of the Critical Incident Stress Response Team in the Prairie Mountain Region, where I provide debriefings, Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM), crisis interventions such as defusing and debriefing, and post-crisis support.

I have certifications in Compassionate Inquiry and Beyond Addiction with Gabor Maté and Sat Dharam. I also trained in Trauma and Somatics, with over 300 hours of trauma-informed yoga teacher training across the lifespan.

Wellbeing Leader, Shared Health

Hello, I’m Shon Ilett. My background is in paramedicine and psychology, with a Master of Business in Health Administration and a Bachelor of Science in Biopsychology. I have spent 12 years working for British Columbia Emergency Health Services as a paramedic, educator, and manager in multiple locations in BC, including Vancouver Island, the Lower Mainland, and the Okanagan. Outside of my Wellbeing Leader role, I still hold an active paramedic license and provide casual paramedic support to the Southern Health region.

Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about bio-psycho-social balance, trauma resiliency, PTSD, and critical incident stress management. Working with diverse healthcare teams, I have become increasingly aware of the challenges of the healthcare environment related to traumatization, burnout, and compassion fatigue. It has become my goal to normalize conversations about mental wellbeing and work-life balance, and to support long-term careers in healthcare. I hope to do this by approaching staff with empathy, respect, clear communication, and accessibility.

In my role as a Wellbeing Leader, I am committed to creating spaces that normalize discussions around wellbeing in a preventative manner, and to providing resources and tools that promote long-term success in healthcare.

In my free time, I volunteer with Wounded Warriors Canada as a Trauma Resiliency trainer and help govern Forging Ahead, a charity that works with veterans and first responders living with PTSD and OSI, using art-based techniques centered around blacksmithing and craftsmanship. I also enjoy playing guitar, board games (Magic, DnD, etc.), weightlifting, and spending time with my two poodles doing various dog events. These things have always been core to my bio-psycho-social wellbeing and personal joy, and have strengthened my mental health.

I look forward to working with, supporting, and connecting with staff throughout Shared Health. Together, we can develop wellbeing knowledge and empathy in healthcare.

Administrative Assistant, Provincial Wellbeing Team, Shared Health

Hello, I am Tessa Casilan, Administrative Assistant supporting the Executive Director of the Provincial Wellbeing Team. I hold a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the Philippines and a Human Resources Management diploma from Red River College. I have over 10 years of HR experience focusing on recruitment, selection, and employee promotion, as well as 10 years of combined administrative experience supporting CEOs, Directors, Assistant Directors, and Managers in healthcare and educational settings.

Throughout my career, I have been dedicated to organizing and structuring my work to promote efficiency and ensure smooth operations within the team. My extensive experience has sharpened my skills and enabled me to deliver accurate, timely service to my employer, which remains my primary goal.