School Guidance Counselor

Mekia C. Mason

P.O. Box CB-*****

Nassau, Bahamas

242-***-**** (H) / 437-3702 (C)

Email: ************@*****.***

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Commitment Leadership Integrity

To obtain employment with an organization that will embrace my strong organizational skills, educational background and ability to work well with others. Additionally, to work in an organization that provides opportunity for continuous growth and knowledge enhancement.

EDUCATION

August 2019 Barry University MSc Human Resource Development

(Currently Pursuing)

2012-2015 St Francis Xavier University, Canada B.A. Psychology with minor Sociology

2010-2012 College of the Bahamas B.A. Psychology Degree pursued

(Credits transferred to St. Francis Xavier)

2004-2010 St. Augustine’s College, Nassau, Bahamas Diploma (Hons)

Additional Achievements

High School Diploma with High Honors – St. Augustine’s College

BJC: Math, English Language, General Science, Health Science, Social Studies, Art

BGCSE: Math, English Language, English Literature, Biology, Art, Economics, Spanish

Campus Life At St. Francis Xavier University

Elected as Frosh Representative in the International Student Society at St. Francis Xavier University (Fall and Spring Semester 2012-2013)

Elected as Vice President in the International Student Society at St. Francis Xavier University (Spring Semester 2013 –2014)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

January 2019 - Present Kingsway Academy Elementary Nassau, Bahamas

Guidance Counselor – Elementary School

Provide counselling sessions and continued guidance to all elementary students on topics like conflict resolution, teambuilding, organization skills, building self-esteem and confidence

Interview clients inclusive of students, parents and the general public and recommend methods for

intervention and resolution

Facilitate referrals and follow-up cases to ensure proper handling

Facilitate interactive, positive programs for upper elementary students

February 2016 – January 2019 Department of Social Services Nassau, Bahamas

Special Project Officer – School Welfare Division

Liaise with school guidance to stabilize reported cases from assigned schools. Interview clients inclusive of students, parents and the general public and recommend methods for

intervention and resolution

Facilitate referrals and follow-up cases to ensure proper handling

Prepare legal documents and reports

Advocate to bring awareness to social illness and preventative measures to minimize awareness

September 2015- February 2016 Bahamas Plastic Surgery Nassau, Bahamas

Assistant to the Office Manager

Communicate with clients daily – customer service

Record confidential information for clients’ Restructure employee manual to assist with the employer/employee setting

August 2015- August 2015 Department of Social Services Nassau, Bahamas

Summer Intern (Child Protection Unit)

Organizing files and client’s confidential data

Communicate with clients daily through daily interviews Summarize reports after interviews are completed and field work when requested

June 2015 - August 2015 Graham Thompson & Co. Nassau, Bahamas

Summer Clerk (Search Department)

Research documents and legal volumes for record use

Record information utilizing the documents found through research

August 2014- April 2015 St. Francis Xavier University Antigonish, Nova Scotia

Resident Assistant

Communicate with residents daily and providing advice or counsel where necessary

Plan and organize community based events and programs for the students 24-hour emergency response (first aid, mental health and fire hazards

October 2013- April 2014 St. Francis Xavier University Antigonish, Nova Scotia

Student Intern

Organize files and students’ confidential data

Recording files onto a relevant database Creating and organizing new files for students Planning and organizing community based events for the students at the university

REFERENCES

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