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Kennedy Urquhart

Coquitlam

Summary

As a motivated and compassionate master’s student at Adler University, I am dedicated to supporting and promoting the mental well-being of others. By incorporating my strong interpersonal skills and academic knowledge, I strive to empathize, understand, and provide meaningful support for individuals’ emotional and psychological needs. I am highly adaptable, thriving in diverse environments, and skilled at managing a wide range of tasks and challenges, all while maintaining a focus on organization, independence, and personal growth. With my clinical practicum, it is important that I foster a safe space, helping individuals discover their inner strengths and supporting them towards meaningful change and acceptance, as they work to achieving their goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavioral Interventionist

Self-employed
04.2023 - 09.2024
  • My training is in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), catering to neurodivergent individuals and their families
  • Developed strong rapport with students through active listening and empathetic understanding, fostering trust and open communication channels.
  • Partnered with parents to create consistent routines and expectations across home and school settings, reinforcing desired behaviors more effectively.

Youth Educator Volunteer

Crisis Centre
10.2022 - 09.2024
  • Facilitated presentations to high school students on mental health, navigating sensitive topics with empathy and contributing to the destigmatization of mental health issues while equipping youth with valuable resources
  • Employed effective communication strategies to engage with youth, fostering relatability and building trust to create an open and supportive environment.

Resource Centre Volunteer

Red Ribbon Society Vancouver Resource Centre
10.2022 - 09.2024
  • Provided a supportive and confidential environment for clients to access information on HIV prevention, safe practices, and available resources, ensuring a compassionate and informative experience.
  • Responded to inquiries with empathy and professionalism, directing clients to the appropriate channels and resources to meet their needs effectively
  • Maintained a non-judgmental and compassionate approach, prioritizing confidentiality and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all visitors

Pharmacy Assistant

Shoppers Drug Mart Como Lake Village
11.2020 - 06.2022
  • Cultivated strong communication skills by handling patient inquiries over the phone, ensuring clear, empathetic, and accurate responses in every interaction.
  • Managed patient data entry and assisted with prescription processing, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and upholding confidentiality at all times.
  • Provided basic patient care, strengthening my ability to connect with individuals and effectively support their health and wellness needs.

Education

Master of Counseling Psychology -

Adler University
06.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Health and Society

University of British Columbia
06.2024

Skills

  • Emotional intelligence
  • Cultural competency
  • Client- Centered care
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Self Reflexivity
  • Multicultural competence
  • Effective Communication
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • Indigenous Canada, University of Alberta
  • Naloxone training, Red Ribbon Society
  • SafeTALK, Crisis Centre
  • Skillfully Responding to Distress, Crisis Centre

Timeline

Behavioral Interventionist

Self-employed
04.2023 - 09.2024

Youth Educator Volunteer

Crisis Centre
10.2022 - 09.2024

Resource Centre Volunteer

Red Ribbon Society Vancouver Resource Centre
10.2022 - 09.2024

Pharmacy Assistant

Shoppers Drug Mart Como Lake Village
11.2020 - 06.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Health and Society

University of British Columbia

Master of Counseling Psychology -

Adler University
Kennedy Urquhart