Bol Akuoc
1336 Farina Loop SE Olympia,WA
Summary
Dynamic Counselor with DCYF, skilled in client advocacy and emotional wellness support. Successfully developed personalized care plans and facilitated group therapy sessions, enhancing residents' coping strategies. Championed open communication through organized house meetings, fostering a collaborative environment. Proven ability to assess client needs and provide effective guidance during onboarding processes back to the community.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
DCYF
07.2013 - Current
- Advocated for resident needs within youth detention center at green hill school. I team meetings, ensuring appropriate levels of care were provided consistently across all cases.
- Provided guidance to new Residential Counselors during their onboarding process, supporting successful integration into the team environment.
- Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
- Conducted group therapy sessions DBT skill to foster supportive youth to community environment among residents.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to help clients address issues of substance abuse, anger management and interpersonal relationships.
- Developed personalized care plans for each resident to address specific emotional and behavioral needs.
- Organized weekly house meetings that facilitated open communication between staff members and encouraged constructive feedback from all parties involved.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA06-2009
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Client consultation
- Emotional wellness support
- Client records management
- Client counseling
- Client needs assessment
Timeline
Counselor
DCYF
07.2013 - Current
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Washington University