Merna Tawfik
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychometrist
New Leaf Psychology
10.2023 - Current
- Experience in Jane system for booking and charting system.
- Participates in WSIB and MVA assessments with psychologists to assist in the completion of forms.
- Conducts psychoeducational assessments (WISC-V, WAIS-IV, WIAT-III, PPVT-5, EVT-3, CTOPP, CELF, WRAML, RCFT, VMI, CPT-3, KCPT-2, CATA, LEITER), including test administration, scoring, and comprehensive report writing (case conceptualization, test results summary and interpretations, diagnoses, and recommendations).
- Provides perceptive behavioural and test setting observations.
- Ensures reliable test results by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of psychometric tools and best practices.
- Documents as necessary according to professional standards and clinic policies.
Research Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan Univeristy
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Co-authored a published research article entitled "Record, Recall, Reflect: A Qualitative Examination of Compassion Fatigue in Toronto Zoo Staff" and a knowledge mobilization.
- Participate in data transcription.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
- Maintained open lines of communication with project leads and team members for effective collaboration on common goals.
- Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
Developmental Therapist
Oakwood Academy
03.2022 - 05.2023
- Administered and scored the ABLLS-R, AFLS, NDCR, and Denver model assessments to children and youth with neurodevelopmental disorders
- Developed an individualized treatment plan using the principles of Developmental, Individual-differences, and Relationship-based model for clients with developmental and mental
disorders, resulting in improved functioning and quality of life. - Collaborated with clients and families to develop realistic goals and objectives that focused
on increasing self-efficacy and autonomy. - Established trust and rapport with clients, creating an environment that allowed for open
and honest communication. - Maintained accurate client records, documenting progress toward goals, and providing essential information for team collaboration.
Therapist
Shining Stars
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Implemented the principles of Applied Behaviour Therapy to teach children positive behaviours.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based interventions that improved clients’ overall
mental health and well-being. - Evaluated clients’ progress through in-person and virtual sessions, providing feedback and
making necessary adjustments to treatment plans
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
New Brunswick07.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON04.2021
Skills
- Behavioral observation
- Multicultural Competence
- Research design
- Child Development
- Data Interpretation
- Psychological Assessment
- Clinical interviewing
- Test Scoring
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder Assessment
- Learning Disabilities Assessment
- Autism Spectrum Disorder Assessment
- Active Listening
Timeline
Psychometrist
New Leaf Psychology
10.2023 - Current
Research Assistant
Toronto Metropolitan Univeristy
06.2022 - 06.2023
Developmental Therapist
Oakwood Academy
03.2022 - 05.2023
Therapist
Shining Stars
01.2022 - 05.2022
Master of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Yorkville University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Guelph