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Sue MacKay

Peterborough ,ON

Summary

Clinical therapy professional with solid background in counselling, clinical supervision, and staff development. Proven ability to enhance team performance and patient outcomes through strategic planning and effective communication. Reliable team player with flexible approach to changing needs and focus on achieving results.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Supervisor

Hay River Health and Social Services Authority
03.2013 - 07.2018


  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular staff meetings, case conferences, and training sessions.
  • Provided supervision to therapists in training, offering guidance and feedback on their professional development journey.
  • Monitored adherence to ethical guidelines among clinical staff members, supporting their ongoing professional growth while maintaining high quality care standards.
  • Facilitate hiring of qualified clinical and administrative personnel by interviewing applicants and making recommendations for employment.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for clinical staff, identifying areas for development and implementing targeted training programs.
  • Lead and directed team of seven clinical personnel and support staff.

Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor

YHSSA
01.2008 - 03.2013
  • Developed relapse prevention strategies for clients transitioning out of treatment programs, empowering them to maintain long-term sobriety.
  • Established trusting relationships with clients, creating an open dialogue about their experiences and challenges related to substance abuse.

Counsellor

Personal Support Network
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.

Counsellor, Full-time

Private Practice
01.2004 - 01.2006
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
  • Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.

Education

Master of Social Work -

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON
01.2005

Master of Theological Studies-Counselling -

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON
01.2005

Clinical Supervision Training -

Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON
01.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Guelph
Guelph
06-2000

Skills

  • Clinical assessment
  • Staff education and training
  • Family therapy
  • Documentation requirements
  • Mental health counseling
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Crisis Management

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Critical Incident Stress Management and Debriefing, 2007, 2009
  • Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Timeline

Clinical Supervisor

Hay River Health and Social Services Authority
03.2013 - 07.2018

Mental Health and Addictions Counsellor

YHSSA
01.2008 - 03.2013

Counsellor

Personal Support Network
01.2006 - 01.2008

Counsellor, Full-time

Private Practice
01.2004 - 01.2006

Master of Theological Studies-Counselling -

Wilfrid Laurier University

Clinical Supervision Training -

Wilfrid Laurier University
  • Critical Incident Stress Management and Debriefing, 2007, 2009
  • Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

Master of Social Work -

Wilfrid Laurier University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Guelph
Sue MacKay