Morana Petrofski
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Listening Consultant/Listening Therapist/Co-Director
The Listening Centre
Toronto, Ontario
04.1995 - 08.2023
- Developed individualized therapeutic interventions based on diagnosis and best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Provided psychoeducation on topics such as stress management, anger management, parenting skills.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to determine presenting issues and develop treatment plans.
- Engaged in outreach activities within the community to increase awareness about available resources for mental health support.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for each client.
- Monitored client's progress throughout the course of therapy by tracking goals set in treatment plan.
- Educated clients on evidence-based treatments to enhance their understanding of the therapeutic process.
- Created documentation including assessment notes, treatment plans, progress notes, discharge summaries and referrals.
- Tracked incoming patient information, intervention plans and patient responses to treatment.
- Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices to meet clients' specific needs.
- Met with patients and provided diagnoses and consultations.
- Provided educational and outreach programs, prevention talks and other presentations to social service agencies, businesses and general public audiences.
- Trained newly hired psychologists on clinic standards and procedures.
- Organized training sessions for team members in order to enhance their skillset and knowledge base.
- Oversaw the hiring process for new employees; conducted interviews, reviewed resumes, and recommended candidates for hire.
- Participated in networking events to promote organizational interests.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Education
College Diploma - Practical Nursing
George Brown College
Toronto, ON08-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
York University
Toronto, ON06-1997
College Diploma - Early Childhood Education
University of Zagreb
Croatia08-1990
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Clinical documentation
- Therapeutic communication
- Client education
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Supervision and leadership
- Mentorship
- Adult education/training
- Presentations
Medical Data Management Programs
- Epic
- MediTech
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Listening Consultant/Listening Therapist/Co-Director
The Listening Centre
04.1995 - 08.2023
College Diploma - Practical Nursing
George Brown College
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
York University
College Diploma - Early Childhood Education
University of Zagreb
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