Alissa Benyik
Sutton,Canada
Summary
Passionate and dedicated child welfare professional with a strong foundation in child development, behavior intervention, and crisis management. Seeking a position as a Child Protection Worker at the York Region Children's Aid Society (YRCAS), applying skills in case management, safety assessments, and collaborative support for children and families in need.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Counsellor/ Intervention Support Worker
York Region District School Board
Georgina, Ontario
09.2022 - Current
- Counselling: Conducted one-on-one counselling sessions for students facing personal, social, and emotional challenges.
- Group Therapy & Support: Lead group counselling sessions focusing on topics such as anger management, stress reduction, social skills development, and conflict resolution
- Assessment & Intervention: Assess the mental health and emotional needs of students, develop individualized intervention plans, and monitor student progress through regular check-ins and reports
- Family Support & Involvement: Provide support and guidance to parents and guardians, involving them in their child's counseling and development plan, and referring families to additional community services as necessary
- Crisis Intervention: Respond to immediate crises and emotional issues in the school environment, providing immediate intervention and de-escalation strategies, and liaising with external agencies if necessary, mitigate barriers for families
- Mental Health Education: Conduct workshops and informational sessions for students, staff, and parents on mental health awareness, coping strategies, and stress management techniques
- Resource Development & Referrals: Identify and connect students and families to appropriate community resources, mental health services, and support programs
- Case Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of counseling sessions, assessments, and progress reports in accordance with school board policies and confidentiality requirements
- Promote Positive School Climate: Contribute to the development of a positive school climate by fostering inclusivity, respect, and emotional well-being across the school community
Behaviour Clinician
Superminds Therapy | Pediatric Autism Services
King, Ont.
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Deliver individualized and in-home behavioural intervention
- Use intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements
- Implement and record prescribed behavioural skill acquisition and behaviour reduction protocols
- Effectively communicate with parents, caregivers, Supervisors, and Board Certified Behaviour Analysts
Instructor Therapist / Senior Therapist
Autism Unplugged Learning Centre
Keswick, Ont.
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Engage with children ages 18 months - 12 years with a variety of developmental and behavioral needs
- Provide direct 1:1 intervention, implement programs, record data and attend team meetings
- Complete Senior Therapist duties including monthly progress reports, conducting parent meetings, and ABLLS testing every 6 months
Inclusion Facilitator
Town of Georgina
Georgina, Ont.
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Excessive training to assist children with exceptionalities in joining in camp groups and activities
- Led, developed, modified, and adapted day camp activities to ensure each child could participate to the best of their ability
Education
Masters of Education -
Ontario Tech University
12.2025
Honors Bachelor of Child Development -
Seneca College Department of Education
12.2022
Diploma in Early Childhood Education -
Seneca College Department of Education
12.2019
Skills
- Child Protection & Welfare
- Risk Assessment & Safety Planning
- Crisis Management & Intervention
- Collaboration
- Culturally Competent Care
- Documentation & Report Writing
- Family Support
- Communication Skills
Designationsandcertificates
- CPR Certified, Canadian Red Cross, 08/2022, 08/2025
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) Certification, Crisis Prevention and Intervention Ontario, 10/2023, 10/2025
- Registered Early Childhood Educator, College of Early Childhood Educators, 09/2018, 12/2023
Certification
CPR Certified 08/2022-08/2025
Canadian Red Cross
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) Certification 10/2023-10/2025
Crisis Prevention and Intervention Ontario
Registered Early Childhood Educator 09/2018-12/2025
College of Early Childhood Educators
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Child and Youth Counsellor/ Intervention Support Worker
York Region District School Board
09.2022 - Current
Behaviour Clinician
Superminds Therapy | Pediatric Autism Services
03.2022 - 05.2024
Instructor Therapist / Senior Therapist
Autism Unplugged Learning Centre
01.2020 - 02.2022
Inclusion Facilitator
Town of Georgina
05.2018 - 08.2018
CPR Certified 08/2022-08/2025
Canadian Red Cross
Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) Certification 10/2023-10/2025
Crisis Prevention and Intervention Ontario
Registered Early Childhood Educator 09/2018-12/2025
College of Early Childhood Educators
Masters of Education -
Ontario Tech University
Honors Bachelor of Child Development -
Seneca College Department of Education
Diploma in Early Childhood Education -
Seneca College Department of Education
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