Jessica Lepou
Tauranga,BOP
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Counsellor
C3 City Church
Tauranga
04.2023 - Current
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Developed individualized counselling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
- Used Person centred, Narrative and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy skills to guide clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Adapted counselling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
Student Counsellor
Mount Maunganui College
Tauranga, BOP
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioural problems.
- Empowered students through counselling and skill-building exercises.
- Maintained positive relationships with students, faculty, and administration.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
24/7 Youth Worker
Young Life & 24/7 Youth Work
Auckland
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Completed necessary documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
Youth Intern
Elim Christian Centre Botany
Auckland
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Supervised activities and events for large groups.
- Comforted individuals in times of need and provided listening ear.
- Built lasting relationships with youth and parents or guardians.
- Mentoring high school aged students.
- Leading groups of 5-10 youth members and facilitating discussions.
Unqualified Early Childhood Teacher
Nurture Early Learning Centre
Auckland
10.2017 - 04.2018
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviours.
- Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
Education
Bachelors of Counselling -
Bethlehem Tertiary Institute
Tauranga 01.2024
Diploma of Christian Studies - Christian Leadership
Elim Leadership College
Auckland11.2020
Certificate in Youth Work -
24/7 Youth Work
New Zealand 11.2019
Certificate in Social Services -
Manukau Institute of Technology
Auckland 06.2017
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Active listening
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Networking
Timeline
Student Counsellor
C3 City Church
04.2023 - Current
Student Counsellor
Mount Maunganui College
04.2022 - 12.2022
24/7 Youth Worker
Young Life & 24/7 Youth Work
01.2019 - 12.2020
Youth Intern
Elim Christian Centre Botany
01.2019 - 12.2020
Unqualified Early Childhood Teacher
Nurture Early Learning Centre
10.2017 - 04.2018
Bachelors of Counselling -
Bethlehem Tertiary Institute
Diploma of Christian Studies - Christian Leadership
Elim Leadership College
Certificate in Youth Work -
24/7 Youth Work
Certificate in Social Services -
Manukau Institute of Technology