Karri Verge
Halifax,NS
Summary
Profile
A human service professional with extensive practice in supporting an inclusive environment which values safe relationships and diverse experiences, skilled in effective communication, collaborative practices, and compassionate guidance.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Halifax Regional Center for Education
09.2018 - Current
- Promoted a safe and inclusive community through building relationships and acknowledging diversity.
- Collaborated with relevant professionals to enhance student success.
- Coordinated and facilitated programs designed to build skills and empower children and youth, and offer experiences.
- Supported students who may be experiencing social and emotional dysregulation.
Educational Program Assistant
Halifax Regional Center for Education
09.2014 - 08.2018
- Worked collaboratively with the educational team to support individual programming and enhance student success.
- Supported the students learning in the areas of education, life skills, and social/emotional growth.
- Communicated regularly with involved professionals regarding the students progress.
Residential Care Worker/Supervisor
Homeward Bound Support Program
04.2006 - 05.2013
- Supervised a staff of 4-5, 3 clients and the daily house operations, including all administrative duties.
- Planned and supported programs to promote client independence, community integration, and life skills.
- Maintained supportive relationships and communication with staff, clients, families, case workers and relevant professionals.
- Provided holistic, person-centered care to clients with diverse needs.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Child And Youth Care
Mount St Vincent University
Halifax, NS1997
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS1992
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Conflict resolution
- Collaborative team player
- Empathetic relationship building
Professional Skills
- Organization
- Multitasking
- Prioritizing
- Problem-solving/decision - making
Certification
Certifications
- CPI Verbal Intervention
- First Aid/CPR
- ASD Behavioral Interventions
Professional Development
- Trauma and Informed Care & Practices
- Equity/ Diversity team member
Additional Information
References
Christie Longmire
Para-Professional Development Lead, Schools Plus, Halifax Regional Center for Education
902-225-8637
Andrea Pugsley-Connell
Principal, Georges P Vanier Junior High School
902-860 -4182
Shelley McNeil
President, Cupe Local, Child and Youth Care Practioner
902-448-9020
Timeline
Child and Youth Care Practitioner
Halifax Regional Center for Education
09.2018 - Current
Educational Program Assistant
Halifax Regional Center for Education
09.2014 - 08.2018
Residential Care Worker/Supervisor
Homeward Bound Support Program
04.2006 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Child And Youth Care
Mount St Vincent University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Dalhousie University
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