Kelly Joanisse
Saanich,BC
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable, I leveraged critical thinking and excellent communication skills at Sooke School District 62 to enhance co-create and implement behavior plans to support students and staff. My role as a Practicum Counsellor at Citizens Counselling showcased my ability to build relationships and implement evidence-based interventions, significantly improving client well-being and mental health outcomes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Engagement Facilitator
Sooke School District 62
09.2017 - Current
- Communicate, both verbally and in writing, clearly and concisely with staff to help support students
- collaborate on creating behavior plans for students with EAs, teachers, Administrators and school SEFs
- build positive relationships with both students and staff
- Work independently and as part of a team to implement behavior plans
- Support staff by modeling behaviour interventions
- provide psychoeducation to school staff to better understand and support student needs
- communicate and collaborate with parents and outside agency supports
- class and individual SEL lessons
Practicum Counsellor
Citizens Counselling
09.2015 - 11.2016
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for stress management, anxiety reduction, and emotional regulation, contributing to improved well-being overall.
- Established strong relationships with community resources to enhance clients'' access to additional support services as needed.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care strategies for clients, leading to improved mental health outcomes.
- Monitored client progress over time, adjusting counseling approaches as needed to maximize effectiveness and achieve desired outcomes.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques and individualized treatment plans.
- Implemented culturally competent counseling practices when working with diverse clientele to ensure inclusive therapeutic experiences.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of counseling interventions through ongoing feedback from clients and supervisors, refining techniques for continued improvement in service delivery.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through empathetic listening and nonjudgmental support, fostering a safe environment for growth and self discovery.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
City University of Seattle
Victoria, BC12-2016
Skills
- Inclusivity
- Feedback delivery
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Conflict resolution skills
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Adaptability and flexibility in problem solving
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Student Engagement Facilitator
Sooke School District 62
09.2017 - Current
Practicum Counsellor
Citizens Counselling
09.2015 - 11.2016
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
City University of Seattle
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