Yossef M. Kurtz
Toronto
Summary
Developed skills in supportive and people-focused environment, looking to transition into new field. Expertise in active listening and problem-solving, with focus on building strong, supportive relationships. Ready to apply these transferable skills to make meaningful impact in new role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Social Worker /Trauma Therapist
Resolvve Mental Health
09.2025 - Current
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Collaborated with schools to address students'' social-emotional needs, working closely with teachers and administrators to create supportive learning environments.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Maintained accurate client records while adhering to confidentiality guidelines set forth by HIPAA regulations.
- Cultivated a safe and trusting environment for clients to openly discuss sensitive issues and experiences.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
First Year field placement for MSW studies
Dr. Irwin Asbell- Bloordale Addictions Clinic
09.2023 - Current
- Recorded accurate and comprehensive patient history during interviews
- Co -lead group therapy sessions for addiction patients
- Joint counselled patients regarding causes of the underlying issues
- Created short term and long term goals and purpose of care
Remedial teacher for Spelling, Math and Writing Studies
The Toronto Cheder
09.2023 - Current
- Solidified students’ fundamental skills in Math & Writing
- Responded with alternative solutions to underlying behavior, attention and learning challenges
- Built up students’ self control and self confidence to repurpose energy into learning
- Pinpointed the ideal child learning manner: Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, Reading/Writing
Social Work Intern as Student
Resolvve
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Managed caseload efficiently, prioritizing tasks and maintaining timely communication with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.
- Offered community resource guidance to clients to meet family needs for assistance.
- Consulted with other professionals to gain insight and advice and build strong network within organization.
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive needs assessments.
- Advocated for client needs with external agencies to secure necessary services and support.
Therapist Intern
Resolvve Mental Health
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Contributed to a positive therapeutic environment through empathetic listening and non-judgmental support for clients'' emotional experiences.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of mental health counseling.
- Maintained confidentiality and adhered to ethical guidelines, upholding the professional standards of the mental health field.
- Built trust and rapport with compassionate approach.
- Developed rapport with diverse client populations, fostering trust and facilitating open communication during therapy sessions.
- Assessed client needs and developed treatment plans.
Remedial Teacher
Self Employed Services
06.2022 - 06.2025
- Worked with three primary school aged children to mentor, foster and design goals
- Focussed on competency skills of reading, grammar, foundations of classroom conduct
- Recommended solutions to parents and teachers regarding child’s behavior and anger
- Communicated between school Social Worker and students on building bridges to envision new beginnings
- Conducted parent conferences and discovery conversations, aligning routes to professional help
Education
Master of Social Work -
Wurzweiler School of Social Work
New York, NY07.2025
Bachelor of Art, Honours - undefined
York University
Toronto, Ontario04.2008
Trauma Informed Certificate
Wurtzweiler School of Social Work
Brooklyn, New York07-2025
Skills
- Compassionate
- Case management
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Multicultural competence
- Solution-based interventions
Accomplishments
Graduated with Phi Alpha Honors Society for Straight A's
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
CBT training level one though Learning Institute at Sick Kids Hospital.
Trauma Informed Certificate though Wurtzweiler School of Social Work
Timeline
Registered Social Worker /Trauma Therapist
Resolvve Mental Health
09.2025 - Current
Social Work Intern as Student
Resolvve
09.2024 - 07.2025
Therapist Intern
Resolvve Mental Health
09.2024 - 06.2025
First Year field placement for MSW studies
Dr. Irwin Asbell- Bloordale Addictions Clinic
09.2023 - Current
Remedial teacher for Spelling, Math and Writing Studies
The Toronto Cheder
09.2023 - Current
Remedial Teacher
Self Employed Services
06.2022 - 06.2025
Bachelor of Art, Honours - undefined
York University
Master of Social Work -
Wurzweiler School of Social Work
Trauma Informed Certificate
Wurtzweiler School of Social Work
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