Carolann Hodgson

I have a diverse skill set that spans over 15 years supporting holistic, strength-based personal and academic goals as a teacher, administrator and counselor. I have worked at Indigenous and Non-Indigenous schools to develop curriculum and teach multi-cognitive/multi-grade levels students with developmental challenges and the gifted. I have interviewing, scheduling, project coordination, administration, and supervisory experience working with students and educational support staff.

I have worked at the University of Calgary supporting doctor-based research, health innovation, platform builds as a business analyst and project coordinator.

At Yorkville

University I supported and coordinated the Online Master of Counseling Psychology students reach their practicum requirements and academic goals. I have worked in-person, in hybrid and in fully remote positions to support the mental health and career life goals of clients of all ages. I have training and experience supporting high risk populations as a teacher counselor and case worker with indigenous and non-indigenous populations.

I taught English as a second language to immigrant refugee students, in resident treatment centres to support student mental health and academic goals, as an outreach case worker in non-profit organizations to improve functional life skills and parenting strengths to maintain the family unit. I have Federal government administration and emergency response training, and Department of Justice to support corrections, mental health, and community safety experience working with young offenders and adults. My approach to educating and counseling is holistic, psycho-educational, person-centred, and strength based.

It takes into account family systems, client readiness for change, and the need to establish positive social networks and community resources to support change. My treatment methods include cognitive behavioural therapy, dialectical, and interpersonal therapy with a focus on developing resiliency & coping skills for everyday challenges while using trauma informed principles that emphasize the need for safety, trust, collaboration, peer support, and mindfulness. I feel it is crucial to build a strong therapeutic alliance with each client based on active listening, confidentiality, and informed consent in a safe space where the client feels heard, respected, and empowered.

I enjoy new experiences, hybrid and remote work and travel. I am interested in hearing more about the opportunity to work with you and I can be reached at your convenience by phone or email. I have over 15 years of diverse experience as a teacher, counselor, administrator, and business owner.

I bring a unique, down to earth, strength based, holistic approach to support individuals, staff and families. My multidisciplinary background blends psychological counseling, academic advising, crisis intervention, trauma informed principles, business analysis, best practices and the needs of the family and commu

Guidance Counselor| Grades K-12 - Poplar River First Nation - Poplar River First Nation Reserve, Manitoba, Canada

Deliver a strength based, holistic guidance counselor program focused on personal, social, and academic development through direct counseling and curricular integrated education.

• Offer one-on-one and group counseling, class presentations, provide informed consent and confidentiality.
• Utilize a variety of strength-based therapies including: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Therapy, Family Systems, Talk Therapy, Play, Art, Movement Breathing Techniques, Meditation and Mindfulness,
• Promote student resiliency and emotional well-being through compassionate individual and group interventions, using trauma informed principles of safety, trust, choices, respect and predictability.
• Plan, schedule, communicate and collaboratively with teachers, staff, parents, guardians and external agencies.

Land Development and Property Management - Land Development and Property Management - Mexico and Canada

(2021 - 2021)

• Conduct land research, negotiate purchase agreements, and manage permits
• Coordinate project schedules, budgets, and service provider relationships
• Select furnishings, appliances, and coordinate landscaping needs
• Develop rentals, sales strategies, manage agents; relationships for marketing

Holistic Tutor and Counselor

(2021 - 2023)

• Online and in person tutor, teacher, counselor for youth, adults, undergraduates
• Offer personal, social-emotional-behavioural support and check-ins, psycho-education, motivational coaching, tutor core subjects, learning strategies, reading, writing skills,
• Provide confidentiality, informed consent and consultation to parents and clients

International Student Counselor - Parkland High School - Sidney, BC

(2019 - 2020)

• Provide personal and academic counseling for international student visitors and support social-emotional needs and determine graduation verification requirements
• Collaborate with parents, staff, and administration to support student success
• Liaise with school teams to address academic and behavioral concerns

Academic Student Graduation Advisor – High School - South Island Distance Education School (SIDES) - Saanich BC

(2018 - 2019)

• Advise students on graduation requirements online and in-person
• Support academic and personal development for high school and adult learners
• Assist students with goal-setting, course selection, and deadline management
• Work collaboratively with staff, students, and parents

Itinerant Elementary Student Counselor - Majagaleehl Gali Aks School and Kitwanga Elementary School - Hazelton BC and Kitwanga Elementary School BC, Gitxsain Nation

(2016 - 2017)

• Provide social-emotional counseling and crisis support for students and staff
• Assist the School Base Team to interpret reports and summarize student services needs between the school and parents/guardians of the students on the assigned caseload
• Provide year end summary of counselling services for non-IEP student case load
• Liaise with Ministry of Children and Families, Coordinate service delivery support through referral to community agencies

Middle and High School Counseling - Mount Elizabeth Middle/Secondary School - Kitimat BC, Haisla Nation

(2015 - 2016)

• Behavioral support, crisis intervention, IEP development, case management
• Provide personal and academic Counseling and graduation verification
• Provide informed consent, confidentiality and a safe, caring place for students to discuss personal concerns
• Counsel in areas related to anxiety, depression, anger management, DSM disorders, psycho-social-emotional-behavioural concerns, concurrent disorders and substance use

Online Graduate Practicum Coordinator - Yorkville University - Fredericton NB

(2014 - 2015)

• Monitor graduate psychology students, coordinated practicum and logistics
• Attend all on-line seminars and liaison with the faculty professors
• Maintain contact with the students and on-site supervisors regarding practicums

High School Student Services Resource Teacher - Revelstoke Secondary School - Revelstoke BC

(2012 - 2013)

• Supervise a team of educational assistants, develop learning and behavioral strategies for students with special needs and concurrent health disorders
• Provide learning support, liaison with classroom teachers, students, and parents
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and educators on Individual Education Plans

Child and Family Social-Behavioral In-Home Counselor - Aspen Family - Calgary AB

(2011 - 2012)

• Provide counseling and therapeutic access for children and families
• Provide In-Home outreach counseling, skill development and crisis response
• Conduct intake, screening, and intervention planning

Family Outreach Counselor - Community Living Alternative Services - Calgary AB

(2011 - 2012)

• Offer psychosocial support for individuals with developmental disabilities
• Provide family Functional Life Skills support and provide one-on-one social-emotional-behavioural counseling
• Assist clients with mental health challenges, increase coping and self-regulation strategies.

Individual and Family Counselor (Practicum) - Catholic Family Service - Calgary AB

(2011 - 2011)

• Counsel individuals, couples, and families with life challenges
• Conduct risk assessments and treatment planning
• Maintain files for the Assessment of prominent problem areas, Summary of Service Interventions and Outcomes
• Complete Progress Notes and File Transfers and File Closures

HiiTeC Specialist Advisor - University of Calgary, Faculty of Medicine - Calgary AB

(2007 - 2010)

• Project management for Doctor Based Online Health Platforms,
• Start to finish project coordination, budget, milestone review, business analysis, research and development; communicate, liaison with students, faculty and staff.
• Gather project requirements, business proposals, process improvements, and communication strategies.
• Doctor based research on Global eHealth initiatives

Teacher - Calgary Board of Education - Calgary AB

(2001 - 2007)

• Plan, teach, and assess core subjects across multiple grade levels for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students
• Support students with a variety of concurrent mental health and behavioural concerns
• Teach and support special needs students, English as a Second Language (ESL) learners
• Support high-risk and alternative programs for students with life challenges
• Academic tutor, reading, writing, comprehension, motivational coaching, and holistic learning strategies

Fitness and Lifestyle Business - Fitness and Lifestyle Business

3 Years

• Design and lead fitness classes, discussions and training for diverse ages and groups
• Holistic focus on form, technique, nutrition and lifestyle choices
• Weight training, aerobics, step, water classes, cross-training, hiking

Case Worker and Correctional Officer - Young Offenders Centre - Edmonton AB

2 Years

• Supervise clients and support behavioral programs, communicate with families, and staff
• Maintain security, coordinate inmates, case management, recreation, and crisis response

Administration Clerk and Ship Team Scuba Diver - Canadian Armed Forces Navy Reserve - Saint John NB, Halifax NS, Montreal QC

10 Years

• Administration Clerk (Secret Clearance) and
• Ship Team Scuba Diver, Saint John NB, Halifax NS, Montreal QC

Master of Arts - Counseling Psychology - Yorkville University (2011)

Bachelor of Education Degree - University of Alberta (2001)

Bachelor of Arts - Social Science - Concordia University (1990)

Drama in Education (1yr. after degree) - Theatre Specialization - Concordia University (1991)