Josee Gallant
St. Louis,PE
Summary
Child & Youth Care Worker seeking full time fall employment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
EAL Youth Service Worker
Public Schools Branch
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted international students in adapting to their new environment.
- Facilitated student groups to develop essential life skills including communication and relationship building.
- Modeled positive behavior for students by providing leadership and positive interactions.
- Monitored students' progress and updated case files accordingly.
- Offered key emotional support to youth.
- Supported youth with nurturing and caring assistance focused on empowering and positive independence.
- Assisted youths in developing life skills such as problem solving, communication, decision-making.
- Collaborated with 7 schools across Western PEI to support student needs.
Child & Youth Care Worker
Public Schools Branch
St. Louis, PE
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted in providing a safe, nurturing environment for youth.
- Encouraged positive social interaction among peers through organized activities.
- Conducted assessments to identify the needs of each child.
- Provided individualized support and guidance to at-risk youth.
- Organized events and field trips that expose youths to cultural, educational, and career opportunities.
- Facilitated programs in school to develop students' practical life skills.
Program Coordinator
Connection 2 Employment
Summerside, Prince Edward Island
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated programs designed to equip underserved youth with tools for personal and professional growth.
- Facilitated program access for underprivileged youth aged 15-17.
- Provided guidance and support to participants in the program to help them reach their goals.
- Developed relationships with local businesses to expand resources available through the program. Participants had OJT work opportunities, as well as volunteer opportunities.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed, ensuring a safe environment for all involved.
- Coordinated outreach efforts to promote the program in local schools and communities.
- Served as a positive role model for participants by demonstrating appropriate behavior expectations.
Substitute Education Assistant
Public Schools Branch
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
09.2020 - 05.2023
- Utilized curriculum with life-based approach.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
- Provided instructional support to teachers in the classroom environment.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Implemented behavior management strategies as directed by school staff.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Kept students safe in classroom and outside environments.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
Team Lead
Connection 2 Employment
Summerside, PE
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Designed lesson plans emphasizing practical life skills such as communication, teamwork, and job readiness.
- Promoted welcoming spaces fostering engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with program coordinator to align participants with suitable OJT placement opportunities.
- Held regular one-on-one coaching sessions with participants to encourage personal development.
- Collaborated with participants to come up with personal goals for their academic career, post-secondary ideas, and job opportunities.
Education
Diploma - Child & Youth Care Work
Holland College
Charlottetown, PE06-2023
High School Diploma -
Westisle Composite High School
Elmsdale PE06-2020
Skills
- Teamwork
- Active listening
- Communication
- Leadership
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Dedicated
- Adaptable
- Dependable
- Collaborative
- Flexible
- Passionate
Timeline
EAL Youth Service Worker
Public Schools Branch
09.2024 - Current
Child & Youth Care Worker
Public Schools Branch
09.2023 - 06.2024
Program Coordinator
Connection 2 Employment
05.2023 - 08.2023
Team Lead
Connection 2 Employment
05.2022 - 08.2022
Substitute Education Assistant
Public Schools Branch
09.2020 - 05.2023
Diploma - Child & Youth Care Work
Holland College
High School Diploma -
Westisle Composite High School
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