Derek Joynt
1008 Meadow Ridge Rd., Sydenham
Summary
Dynamic Student Support Counsellor with a proven track record at Limestone District School Board, adept in crisis intervention and mental health support. Successfully connected students to vital community resources, enhancing their well-being. Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork fostered a positive environment, empowering students to thrive academically and socially.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Support Counsellor
Limestone District School Board
10.2008 - Current
- Supporting students while working on LDSB Safe Schools/Behaviour Action Team
- Liaison with KGH/HDH and LDSB
- Counselling students dealing with Mental Health issues
- Counsellor for the LDSB Suspension and Expulsion program
- Connecting students with community supports such as housing, counselling, probation, police, lawyers, mental health support, etc.
- Suicide Intervention
Educational Assistant
Limestone District School Board
02.1999 - 09.2008
- Writing Behavioural programs for students
- Counselling students 1:1
- Running social skills and anger management groups with 6-8 students
Education
Behavioural Science Technology-Diploma
St. Lawrence College
Kingston, ONSkills
Interpersonal Skills
Mental Health Support
Crisis Intervention Technique
Teamwork
Certification
- Asist Training- Suicide Intervention
- Violent Threat Risk Assessment (VTRA)
- First Aid/CPR Training
- Mediating Ends Negative Disagreements (MEND)
Timeline
Student Support Counsellor
Limestone District School Board
10.2008 - Current
Educational Assistant
Limestone District School Board
02.1999 - 09.2008
Behavioural Science Technology-Diploma
St. Lawrence College
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