Cote, Tamara-lynn
Woodstock,ON
Summary
Graduate student of Child and Youth Care coupled with Autism and Behavioural Sciences, looking to put my education and personal experiences to use within an organization that values the young and what they offer the world to come no matter what may stand in their way. You will value my skill at connecting with children and youth and making them feel safe and able to communicate in a safe environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Woodview Mental Health And Autism Services
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
- Encouraged youth to develop healthy social and emotional skills
- Worked with youth to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behaviours band social-emotional development
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Big Brothers Big Sisters
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated positive social skills to build healthy relationships.
- Coordinated team-building group activities to promote socialization.
- Provided positive role modelling for youngsters through dress and personal behaviour.
Recreation Therapist
Full Circle Adult Day Program
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Facilitated individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote independent community-based recreation.
- Developed schedules of activities and community outings to create expressive outlets for residents.
- Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Autism And Behavioral Sciences
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON09.2024
Advanced Diploma - Child And Youth Care
Fanshawe College
Woodstock, ON04.2023
Skills
- Safety Awareness
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Behavioral Guidance
- Group and Individual Care
- Activity Planning
- Develop Lesson Plans
- Developing Social Skills
Timeline
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Woodview Mental Health And Autism Services
01.2023 - 04.2023
Youth Mentor Volunteer
Big Brothers Big Sisters
01.2022 - 09.2022
Recreation Therapist
Full Circle Adult Day Program
01.2019 - 03.2020
Graduate Certificate - Autism And Behavioral Sciences
Conestoga College
Advanced Diploma - Child And Youth Care
Fanshawe College
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