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Jojo Vallee

Tillsonburg,Canada
Jojo Vallee

Summary

Dedicated experienced professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing support plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within team to achieve impactful results prioritizing efficiency through strength-based positivity. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients using a trauma-informed approach.

Overview

32
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

High Road Relationships Co.

Counsellor
12.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Self-employed private counselling practice providing education, support, and resources to individuals and couples to promote healthier relationships.

Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H.

PAR Coordinator
11.2015 - 01.2025

Job overview

  • Coordinated 12-week Ministry of Attorney General funded Partner Assault Response (PAR) program. Lead Facilitator in both men's and women's groups.

Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H.

Community Justice Worker
11.2016 - 01.2018

Job overview

  • Adult diversion provider for Cayuga/Simcoe courts.

Haldimand & Norfolk Women’s Services

Women's Abuse Counsellor
01.2007 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Women and Children's Shelter; Intake Counsellor/Administrator | Women’s Abuse Counsellor | Justice for Women Review Coordinator | Residential Case Manager | Residential Counsellor

Tillsonburg Little School Licensed Daycare

Director & Chair
01.2012 - 06.2014

Job overview

  • Founding member and President, developed licensed childcare facility (46 capacity).

Youth Opportunities Unlimited

Street Outreach Worker
09.2001 - 12.2006

Job overview

Drop-in youth centre and street outreach for 16-24 year old at-risk youth.

Women’s Community House

Research Consultant
07.2004 - 01.2005

Job overview

One year contract position to complete street outreach research and provide summary report for funding purposes.

Salvation Army Detention Centres

Counsellor (Youth Custody)
01.2003 - 12.2003

Job overview

Open custody youth detentions centres providing incarceration and rehabilitative supports and programs for both young men and women.

Tillsonburg Community Centre

Youth Camp Counsellor
01.1994 - 12.2000

Job overview

Childcare provider and camp leader for ages 3-13.

Education

Sir Sandford Fleming College

Police Foundations Diploma from Honours
01.2001

University Overview

Fidler & Associates
Simcoe, ON

Gottman Couples Counsellor - Level 2 Certified
01-2017

University Overview

Hincks Dellcrest Centre; Gail Appel Institute
Toronto, ON

Trauma Counsellor Level 1 Certified
01-2009

University Overview

Vikki Reynolds, PhD, RCC
Vancouver, BC

Student - Sustaining Ethical Relationships
01-2024

University Overview

Haldimand-Norfolk REACH
Townsend, ON

Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Certified
01-2019

University Overview

Lethbridge College
Lethbridge, AB

Threat Risk Assessment Level 1 Certified
01-2011

University Overview

Ontario Ministry of Labour
London

Joint Health & Safety Member Cert. ID# E85003
01-2012

University Overview

Protect International; Dr. Randall Kropp
Vancouver, BC

Threat Assessment Evaluator; B-SAFER
01-2013

University Overview

Skills

  • Comprehensive case assessment skills
  • Crisis intervention, management and rapport with others
  • Solution-focused strategies for change
  • Proficient in mental health and addiction support
  • Effective relationship building
  • Interpersonal conflict resolution
  • Effective in coordinating and managing teams
  • Calm demeanor in high-pressure situations
  • Professional ethics
  • Expertise in record-keeping
  • Office administration
  • PHIPA

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • 2024 – Rupture & Repair; Sustaining Ethical Relationships (Vikki Reynolds Student)
  • 2019 – Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Training – Haldimand-Norfolk REACH
  • 2017 – Gottman Couples Therapy Level 2 – Certified
  • 2015 – Danger Assessment Certification – Jacquelyn Campbell, PhD
  • 2013 – Brief Spousal Assault Form for Evaluation of Risk (BSAFER)
  • 2012 – Ministry of Labour Ontario – Health & Safety Certification
  • 2011 – Threat Risk Assessment Level 1 – Lethbridge College
  • 2009 – Trauma Counsellor Level 1 Certification (33 hours)

Interests

Camping, fishing, kayaking, activities with my children, playing softball, golf and squash, travelling, antiques and furniture/RV restoration, outdoor musical festivals and concerts I also have a passion for Miniature Dachshunds including a side a business breeding; Doumston Dachshund Co Check out my socials! @doumstondachshunds

Timeline

Counsellor
High Road Relationships Co.
12.2020 - Current
Community Justice Worker
Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H.
11.2016 - 01.2018
PAR Coordinator
Haldimand-Norfolk R.E.A.C.H.
11.2015 - 01.2025
Director & Chair
Tillsonburg Little School Licensed Daycare
01.2012 - 06.2014
Women's Abuse Counsellor
Haldimand & Norfolk Women’s Services
01.2007 - 11.2016
Research Consultant
Women’s Community House
07.2004 - 01.2005
Counsellor (Youth Custody)
Salvation Army Detention Centres
01.2003 - 12.2003
Street Outreach Worker
Youth Opportunities Unlimited
09.2001 - 12.2006
Youth Camp Counsellor
Tillsonburg Community Centre
01.1994 - 12.2000
Sir Sandford Fleming College
Police Foundations Diploma from Honours
Fidler & Associates
Gottman Couples Counsellor - Level 2 Certified
Hincks Dellcrest Centre; Gail Appel Institute
Trauma Counsellor Level 1 Certified
Vikki Reynolds, PhD, RCC
Student - Sustaining Ethical Relationships
Haldimand-Norfolk REACH
Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Certified
Lethbridge College
Threat Risk Assessment Level 1 Certified
Ontario Ministry of Labour
Joint Health & Safety Member Cert. ID# E85003
Protect International; Dr. Randall Kropp
Threat Assessment Evaluator; B-SAFER

Training

Training
  • Level 1 & 2 Gottman Couples Therapy Certified
  • Trauma Training (33 hrs)
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • PMAB – Prevention & Management of Aggressive Behaviours
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills (ASIST)
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Training/Workshops: Grief & Trauma, Crisis Intervention, Bi-Polar Disorder, Self-Injury, Depression, Diversity, Addictions, Violence Against Women, Racism/Gangs/Hate Crime, Early Psychosis, Supporting Sex Trade Workers, Youth Gangs, Suicide Awareness, WHMIS, and more.

Community Service

Community Service
Movement Church, Member, 2023, Present

Accomplishments

Accomplishments

20+ year of counselling and customer service experience.

Hobbies and Interests

Hobbies and Interests
Camping, fishing, kayaking, family activities, softball, golf, squash, travelling, antiques, furniture/RV restoration, outdoor concerts. Passionate about Miniature Dachshunds (Doumston Dachshund Co.).
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Quote

Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Theodore Roosevelt

Work Preference

Work Type

Part TimeFull Time

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On-SiteRemoteHybrid

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Software

Microsoft Office

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Social Media; Facebook Instagram

Jojo Vallee