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Work History
Education
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Marc Rajotte

Richmond,British Columbia

Summary

Dynamic Clinical Counsellor with extensive experience at Edgewood EHN, adept in cognitive behavioral therapy and case management. Proven ability to enhance client outcomes through evidence-based practices and strong interpersonal communication. Committed to fostering resilience and emotional well-being in individuals facing mental health challenges.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Counsellor

Turning Point Richmond Men
RICHMOND, British Columbia
11.2024 - Current
  • Completed continuing education courses to enhance clinical counseling skills.
  • Facilitated psycho-educational groups on stress management, anger management, and coping skills.
  • Provided individual, group, and family therapy for clients with mental health challenges.
  • Coordinated referrals for housing assistance and job placement services as needed.
  • Researched evidence-based therapies to improve client treatment outcomes.
  • Assessed safety risks for clients prior to initiating counseling services.
  • Educated clients about community resources to fulfill their needs.
  • Maintained detailed records of client interactions and progress towards treatment goals.

Clinical Counsellor

Thorpe Recovery Centre
Lloydminster, Canada
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • People's mental health and emotional well-being occupy me as a clinical counsellor
  • I utilize CBT and EFT because psychology is one way of helping individuals and families to search the triad of thoughts, feelings and behaviors
  • I have training in exploring abuse and trauma and have CCPA sanctioned certificates in CBT and in Trauma
  • A dynamic, joy-filled and intensive approach to life emanates from my being

Clinical Counsellor

Edgewood EHN
Nanaimo, Canada
06.2018 - 03.2019
  • Case managed clients within multidisciplinary teams while reporting to supervisors.
  • Maintained accurate clinical documentation to support effective treatment plans.
  • Communicated consistently with families and referral sources to ensure holistic care.
  • Participated in team conferences with psychiatrists to evaluate client progress and strategies.
  • Employed CBT, DBT, 12-step, positive psychology, and strengths-based approaches in interventions.
  • Cultivated strong client relationships through supportive and honest interactions.

Registered Nurse / Team Leader/Medical Technician

Victoria Hospital Corporation
London, Canada
08.1983 - 05.1991
  • Executed patient care protocols and assisted with activities of daily living.
  • Performed wound care for dressings, central lines, and ostomies.
  • Delivered IV therapy, including saline, potassium, and chemotherapy solutions.
  • Administered medications via oral routes, nasogastric tubes, and injections.
  • Recorded administration of morphine and opiate medications accurately.
  • Developed and maintained nursing care plans, ensuring currency and relevance.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient admissions and medical history assessments.
  • Supervised team nurses during shift transitions, documenting nursing reports effectively.
  • Provided emotional support to family members during times of crisis or distress.
  • Developed policies and procedures for the nursing unit, in conjunction with hospital administration.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Planned, organized, and directed the activities of nursing staff members.
  • Educated patients about health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
  • Assisted physicians with treatments and examinations as needed.
  • Created reports summarizing daily activities on the unit for management review.
  • Adhered strictly to HIPAA regulations while handling confidential information.

Education

Master of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy

Briercrest Seminary
Caronport, SK
01.2017

DIPLOMA REGISTERED NURSE - GENERAL NURSING

Fanshawe College SCHOOL OF NURSING
London, ON
05.1985

Bachelor of Music - Music Performance

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
05.1978

Skills

  • Psychology and counselling
  • Documentation and management
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Group facilitation
  • Case management
  • Client assessment
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Suicide prevention
  • Substance abuse treatment
  • Individual counseling
  • Therapeutic techniques
  • Problem solving skills
  • Hospital experience and nursing
  • Anger management
  • Documentation and record keeping
  • Group therapy

Certification

  • Canadian Certified Counsellor (CCC) with CCPA Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association

Hobbies and Interests

  • Men’s issues, emotional regulation, boundaries, communication, relationship
  • Find your true self with ego in check
  • The unspoken trauma of the non-present father figure
  • Men: How to become the ‘Safe Harbor’ for your lady and children via new enlightened, awake and liberated masculinity

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Title: Clinical Counsellor (CCC) MAMFT

Affiliations

  • Active weight training, Four Wheeling and cycling. Love to dine out. Enjoy all aspects of photography.

Accomplishments

  • Second highest mark at at the Royal Conservatory in Canada 1978 and shared in the Emily Tedd Scholarship.

Languages

English
Professional
French
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Clinical Counsellor

Turning Point Richmond Men
11.2024 - Current

Clinical Counsellor

Thorpe Recovery Centre
12.2019 - 03.2020

Clinical Counsellor

Edgewood EHN
06.2018 - 03.2019

Registered Nurse / Team Leader/Medical Technician

Victoria Hospital Corporation
08.1983 - 05.1991

Master of Arts - Marriage and Family Therapy

Briercrest Seminary

DIPLOMA REGISTERED NURSE - GENERAL NURSING

Fanshawe College SCHOOL OF NURSING

Bachelor of Music - Music Performance

University of Toronto
Marc Rajotte