Kate Cairns
Barrhill,Mid Canterbury
Summary
I am a Youth Mentor who is keen to support students and their families navigate life's challenges. I am willing to utilise new counselling techniques, collaborate and gather information to assist in creating the best possible outcomes for clients. I am passionate about helping students find their worth and am a strong advocate when necessary.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Methven Youth Mentor
Presbyterian Support Upper South Island
Ashburton , Mid Canterbury
2022.05 - Current
- Mentoring youth to overcome challenges
- Provide a support system to young people and their families
- Support students transitioning to the workforce
- Helping students improve school attendance and attainment of qualifications.
- Maintain accurate confidential notes and prepare a monthly report
- Consult and support the Mt Hutt College counsellor on care, protection and safety matters
- Attend regular supervision meeting with the PSUSI team
Phone Counsellor
Life Line
Christchurch , Canterbury
2020.02 - 2022.05
- Answering phone calls in a crisis support role
- Provided interventions through brief counselling
- Full documentation and risk assessment of every call
- referred service users to necessary agencies for further support
Art Teacher
Burnside High School
Christchurch , Canterbury
2002.02 - 2009.12
- Taught Photography, Design, Printmaking and Painting to Yr9 - Yr12
- Planned effective lessons and units based on the NZ curriculum
Education
Masters of Counselling - Counselling
Massey University
Palmerston North, NZ2021
Post Graduate Certificate in Counselling - Counselling
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ12.2019
Post Graduate Diploma of Teaching And Learning - Teaching
UC College of Education
Christchurch12.2001
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography
University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ12.2000
Skills
- Good communication
- Active listening
- Conflict resolution
- Reliable
Timeline
Methven Youth Mentor
Presbyterian Support Upper South Island
2022.05 - Current
Phone Counsellor
Life Line
2020.02 - 2022.05
Art Teacher
Burnside High School
2002.02 - 2009.12
Masters of Counselling - Counselling
Massey University
Post Graduate Certificate in Counselling - Counselling
University of Canterbury
Post Graduate Diploma of Teaching And Learning - Teaching
UC College of Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Photography
University of Canterbury
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