Lori Robertson
Guelph,ON
Summary
Dynamic Child and Youth Counselor with Upper Grand DSB, skilled in building rapport and implementing strength-based approaches. Achieved improved mental health outcomes through personalized treatment plans and effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Committed to fostering self-esteem and emotional regulation in diverse clients, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for growth.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child and Youth Counselor
Upper Grand DSB
11.1998 - 06.2025
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to support emotional development and coping strategies.
- Developed personalized plans to address specific needs of children and youth.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions among peers.
- Collaborated with educators, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
- Monitored progress and adjusted interventions based on individual assessments and feedback.
- Provided ongoing support for students experiencing difficulties with peer relationships, self-esteem, and emotional regulation.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in child and youth counseling.
- Recorded observations and maintained records and daily documentation and logs.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address the unique needs and goals of each client, resulting in improved mental health outcomes.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment where clients felt comfortable discussing sensitive topics without fear of judgment or stigma.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for clients and their families.
- Established therapeutic rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds, fostering trust and open communication essential for effective counseling.
Education
Child And Youth Worker Diploma - Child And Youth Work
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON04-2007
Law Enforcement Diploma - Law And Security
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON04-1990
Skills
- Strength-based approach
- Self-esteem building
- Mental health support
- Rapport building
- Skill building
- Stress management techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Professionalism
Certification
Trained in BMS
First Aid and CPR Trained
Timeline
Child and Youth Counselor
Upper Grand DSB
11.1998 - 06.2025
Child And Youth Worker Diploma - Child And Youth Work
Mohawk College
Law Enforcement Diploma - Law And Security
Mohawk College
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