Corrie Holliday
Washago
Summary
I am a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. I am eager to secure a counsellor position. I bring a strong and sincere desire to contribute to a healthcare team's goals as they support the unique needs of their clients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Researcher and Art Therapy Program Developer
Orillia District Arts Council & Georgian College
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Gathered and organized information to complete REB application for research purposes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to present insights and program recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Conducted thorough literature reviews to identify gaps in knowledge and inform future research directions.
- Synthesized large volumes of information, identifying patterns relevant to research objectives.
Work Placement
Muskoka Recovery
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working with clients during and post detox in a semi-structured, inpatient environment, applying learned concepts directly to relevant work situations.
- Gained hands-on experience by participating in group counselling sessions for residents.
Work Placement
DeNovo Treatment Centre
10.2022 - 10.2022
- Gained valuable experience working within an inpatient centre that strives to help clients with substance use challenges, thus applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Participated in skills workshops and presentations related to improving biopsychosocial health to gain knowledge.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with the healthcare team during shift changes as part of their 'circle of care' philosophy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Business Studies
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ONGrad Studies, Addictions: Treatment And Prevention - Addiction Counseling
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Orillia, ON08-2025
Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology - Counseling Psychology
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Orillia, ON08-2024
Skills
- Friendly, calm, and positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration; familiar with contemporary screening and assessment tools
- Problem-solving informed by lived experiences
- Effectively recognize and respond to biopsychosocial phenomenon using a trauma-informed approach
Personal Mission Statement
My mission is to choose the paths in my life that will inspire me to evolve and thrive; and to connect with people who may need the empathy I can humbly offer. I feel grateful to have any opportunity to be of service, and grateful to be part of a family who supports me.
Timeline
Researcher and Art Therapy Program Developer
Orillia District Arts Council & Georgian College
05.2024 - 08.2024
Work Placement
Muskoka Recovery
10.2023 - 11.2023
Work Placement
DeNovo Treatment Centre
10.2022 - 10.2022
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature, Business Studies
Wilfrid Laurier University
Grad Studies, Addictions: Treatment And Prevention - Addiction Counseling
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Honours Bachelor of Counselling Psychology - Counseling Psychology
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
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