Jill L. MacKay
1363 Sherbrooke Road, Highway 347,Nova Scotia
Summary
Dynamic mental health practitioner and educator with over 16 years of experience in community and educational settings. Adept at advocating for marginalized populations through a comprehensive intersectional approach, delivering individualized and holistic care. Specialized in trauma-informed practices to effectively address inter-generational trauma, enhancing overall client well-being. Committed to fostering inclusive environments that promote mental health awareness and resilience.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervised Parenting & Exchange Program Supervisor
Veith House
Stellarton, Nova Scotia
04.2023 - Current
- Work in conjunction with the Department of Justice to offer supervised visitations for families trying to navigate the issue of child custody.
- Record detailed observations of the visits between the visiting parent and the visiting child for the court
- Ensure adherence to all relevant laws, regulations, standards and codes.
Emotional Health Practitioner
Canadian Family Health Counseling & Self-Employed (Willow Path Wellness)
New Glasgow, Nova Scotia
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Worked one-on-one with clients using Neural Network Therapy® to provide a science-based therapy, targeted at changing brain patterns, to aid in mental health.
- Conducted client consultations to assess current lifestyle habits, and develop a plan for achieving desired health goals.
- Documented all case notes in the Jane app using the SOAP template.
- Engaged in care management with colleagues
Program Director
Trauma Recovery for Exploited Youth
Colchester County, Nova Scotia
06.2022 - 11.2022
- Supporting survivors of commercial sexual exploitation (CSE) in a residential safe house for youth and women.
- Established and facilitated sessions targeting emotional control, trauma resolution, PTSD treatment and relapse mitigation using dialectical behavior techniques.
- Fostered interagency partnerships with local organizations and professionals across the province
- Managed crisis situations
Principal
Jean Wetrade Gameti School
Gameti, Northwest Territories
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Created a supportive setting for K-12 students and educational personnel, prioritizing emotional well-being.
- Responded daily to students' mental health needs in a trusted role.
- Oversaw and assessed school staff performance.
- Managed operational needs of school, encompassing scheduling and staffing requirements.
- Coordinated interactions between the educational board, local community members, and parents.
- Allocated and managed financial resources through diligent oversight.
- Oversaw administration activities to promote a secure and inclusive environment.
Program Support Teacher & Literacy Coach
Jean Wetrade Gameti School
Gameti, Northwest Territories
08.2015 - 07.2019
- Developed Student Support Plans to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.
- Implemented equitable instructional strategies in line with the NWT Directive on Inclusive Schooling.
- Organized School-Based Support Plan meetings, coordinating with principal, teachers, educational psychologist and external agencies to provide unified support for students and families.
- Supported students coping with complex trauma and mental health challenges.
Multi-Grade Classroom Teacher
Jean Wetrade Gameti School
Gameti, NS
08.2008 - 06.2015
- Differentiated lesson planning to support learning styles
- On-going assessment, implementing universal design for learning, and developing Student Support Plans
- Directing and planning for Support Assistants for maximum effectiveness
- Acted as a mentor and had model classroom for colleagues in the region. Presented at board level and regional in-services on early
Education
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology -
Yorkville University
Yorkville, None08-2026
Bachelor of Education -
St. Francis Xavier University
05.2006
Bachelor of Arts -
St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, Nova Scotia05.2004
Skills
- Sole Proprietor, Willow Path Wellness
- End of Life Doula
- Emotional Health Practitioner
- Trauma Recovery Counselor
- Grief Counselor
- Superior Communication Skills
- Experienced with Intergenerational Trauma
- Crisis Management
- Mental Health Support
- School Community Relations
- Student & Community Counseling
Certification
- Douglas College, British Columbia 06/2024 End of Life Doula Certificate
- Canadian Family Health Practitioner Certificate Program (Paid Practicum Stream), Ontario/Online 04/2024. Emotional Health Practitioner Certificate and Registration Number
- Taking Flight International Corporation, Edmonton, Alberta 04/2024 Grief Support Counselor Certificate
- Summerhurst Healing, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia 02/2024 Reiki Practitioner Levels I and II Certificates
- Taking Flight International Corporation, Edmonton, Alberta 09/2022 Trauma Recovery Counselor Certificate
- Breaking Down Barriers Conference: Inter-Agency Workshop Trafficking and Exploitation Services System (TESS) to improve services for trafficking survivors 2022
- Supporting Individuals Through Valued Attachments (SIVA) Training 2022
- Yoga, Mindfulness, & Emotional Regulation Teacher for Pre-K-12 2014-2019
- Yoga CALM – Transforming Childhood Trauma Course 2018-19
- ASIST Suicide Prevention Training 2017
- Created and volunteered to teach Ladies Empowerment Yoga classes 2015-2017
Timeline
Emotional Health Practitioner
Canadian Family Health Counseling & Self-Employed (Willow Path Wellness)
02.2024 - 10.2024
Supervised Parenting & Exchange Program Supervisor
Veith House
04.2023 - Current
Program Director
Trauma Recovery for Exploited Youth
06.2022 - 11.2022
Principal
Jean Wetrade Gameti School
08.2019 - 06.2022
Program Support Teacher & Literacy Coach
Jean Wetrade Gameti School
08.2015 - 07.2019
Multi-Grade Classroom Teacher
Jean Wetrade Gameti School
08.2008 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Education -
St. Francis Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts -
St. Francis Xavier University
Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology -
Yorkville University
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