Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Fran Jolayemi

Murrysville,PA

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Group Therapist

Self Employed
01.2022 - Current
  • Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
  • Supported residents in coping with emotions and fears through one-on-one sessions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients throughout their treatment journey.
  • Facilitated growth and self-awareness among participants by introducing evidence-based therapeutic techniques.
  • Developed trust and rapport within the group by maintaining a safe, non-judgmental environment.
  • Encouraged healthy coping strategies and provided support for individuals experiencing grief, loss, or trauma.
  • Provided psychoeducation on relevant topics such as stress management, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation to empower participants in their daily lives.
  • Improved group dynamics by designing and implementing customized therapy sessions.
  • Utilized creative modalities such as art therapy or psychodrama techniques when appropriate to enhance expression within the group context.
  • Adapted treatment plans based on individual participant needs while still maintaining overall group cohesion and goals.
  • Continuously expanded professional knowledge through participation in trainings, conferences, and workshops related to group therapy practices.
  • Consistently obtained feedback from participants regarding their experiences in the therapy process for ongoing improvement efforts.
  • Engaged appropriate intervention techniques to deescalate aggressive and hostile behavior of residents.

Professional Writer

Self-Employed
09.2014 - Current
  • Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
  • Collaborated with editors to refine drafts, ensuring consistent tone and style across various platforms.
  • Interviewed individuals by phone, video chat and in-person to write news stories.
  • Generated ideas for new content series or formats based on audience interests and market trends.
  • Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
  • Conducted thorough research on diverse topics, producing well-informed pieces that resonated with readers.
  • Researched and wrote original content for case studies, emails and newsletters.

Professional Caregiver

Self-employeed
10.2004 - Current
  • Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments, errands, or recreational outings to foster client independence and socialization opportunities.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care to terminally ill patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity in their final days.
  • Supported the emotional well-being of clients'' family members by offering respite services, allowing them to take breaks from caregiving responsibilities without worry.
  • Maintained accurate records of client progress, medication administration, and daily care activities for ongoing assessment purposes.

Cooking Director

Pampered Chef
03.1997 - Current
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.

Education

Master of Science - Community Counseling

Georgia State University
Atlanta,GA

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Geneva College
Beaver Falls, PA

Master of Science - Certificate in Christian Counseling

Richmont Graduate University
Atlanta, GA

High School Diploma - Academic

Union Area High School
New Castle, PA

Skills

  • Substance Abuse Knowledge
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Relapse Prevention
  • CBT Techniques
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Self-Care Promotion
  • Goal setting strategies
  • Empathy Development
  • Family Dynamics Understanding
  • Anger Management
  • Grief counseling

Certification

  • Certified Certificate in Christian Counseling 1988
  • CPR certified,

Timeline

Group Therapist

Self Employed
01.2022 - Current

Professional Writer

Self-Employed
09.2014 - Current

Professional Caregiver

Self-employeed
10.2004 - Current

Cooking Director

Pampered Chef
03.1997 - Current

Master of Science - Community Counseling

Georgia State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Geneva College

Master of Science - Certificate in Christian Counseling

Richmont Graduate University

High School Diploma - Academic

Union Area High School
Fran Jolayemi