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Meaghan Snyder

Kitchener,ON

Summary

Eager counselling psychology student seeking immersive practicum opportunity to develop counselling skills. Experience in fostering relationships with youth and adults facing adversity, promoting resilience and connection with community resources. Consistently approaches all clients with unconditional positive regard and a strength-based mindset while respecting diverse cultural identities.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Writer

The Community Edition
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • Recruited to publish article discussing need for comprehensive sexual education for youth with autism spectrum disorder.

Client Services Assistant

Kitchener Downtown Community Health Centre
11.2018 - 12.2019
  • Aided clients experiencing barriers to accessing health care in connecting with clinical health care team.
  • Supported clients in completing financial assistance applications for health care supplies.
  • Worked on team developing programs to provide health education and care to people experiencing homelessness.
  • Utilized interpreter services to promote accessible health care for new immigrants to Canada.
  • Liaised with community agencies serving people experiencing social inequities.

Youth Support Worker

OneROOF Youth Services
09.2016 - 10.2018
  • Promoted safe and welcoming environment, leading to increased participation in programs and services.
  • Fostered one-to-one relationships with youth by providing support tailored to individual needs.
  • Supported youth in crisis by deescalating with compassionate communication and empathetic listening.
  • Organized educational workshops to address relevant topics such as mental health, substance abuse prevention, and career exploration.

Education

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University
Fredericton, NB

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
06.2023

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Creativity
  • Client Advocacy
  • Crisis Management
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Foundational Counselling Skills
  • Knowledge of Therapeutic Principles and Interventions

Timeline

Student Writer

The Community Edition
09.2022 - 10.2022

Client Services Assistant

Kitchener Downtown Community Health Centre
11.2018 - 12.2019

Youth Support Worker

OneROOF Youth Services
09.2016 - 10.2018

Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology

Yorkville University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Waterloo

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