Mikaela Bessette
Chase Mills,NY
Summary
Ambitious School Counselor focused on supporting students in accomplishing personal and academic success. Gifted in counseling, student advocacy and preventive education to meet the goals and objectives of the counseling program. Delicate in handling issues involving cultural and socioeconomic differences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Academic Counselor
SUNY Canton College of Technology
Canton, NY
11.2023 - Current
- Analyzed student records, test scores and other relevant data to identify strengths and weaknesses of individual students.
- Created individualized learning plans for struggling students based on their needs and abilities.
- Conducted one-on-one meetings with students to discuss academic goals, educational plans and post-graduation options.
Vibrant Life Assistant
Preston Greens Senior Living
Lexington, KY
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Facilitate activities such as BINGO, happy hour, crafts, exercise, book club, etc.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
- Organized and implemented activities to meet the individual needs of each resident.
Care Manager
Always Best Care
Lexington, KY
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Manage caregivers via positive reinforcement
- Assisted clients in developing and achieving short-term and long-term goals.
- Provided advocacy for clients to ensure their needs are met through appropriate services.
- Developed service plans based on assessment findings; monitored effectiveness of plans regularly.
Direct Support Professional
AlmCare
Richmond, KY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Assist client with money management
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
Youth Care Associate
Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes
Nicholasville, KY
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Provided emotional support and guidance to youths in difficult situations.
- Organized recreational activities such as sports, games, field trips, and arts and crafts.
- Assisted with the development of individual plans for each youth's academic success.
Server/Bartender
Fat Joes bar and grill
Fond du Lac, WI
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Provide excellent customer service for customers to ensure a great dining experience
Team Leader/ Job Coach
Bright Futures of Wisconsin
Fond du Lac, WI
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Maintained accurate records of services provided to each client including progress notes and case histories.
- Created a supportive environment for job seekers to practice interviewing techniques.
- Developed and implemented individualized action plans for clients seeking employment.
- Coached clients on appropriate workplace behavior and expectations.
Sales Associate
ALDI
Potsdam, NY
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
After School Program
The YMCA of Fond Du Lac
Fond du Lac, WI
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Assist elementary students with after school activities such as crafts, social skills, and homework
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Created positive relationships with parents by providing regular updates on their child's progress.
Front End Associate/ Supervisor
Price Chopper Supermarkets
Canton, NY
12.2013 - 08.2019
- Customer service skills
Education
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
Marian University
05.2022
Associate's degree - Liberal Arts & Sciences
North Country Community College
06.2019
Skills
- Communication
- Student Recruitment Knowledge
- Academic Counseling
- Organization
- Microsoft Excel
- Coaching and Mentoring
- College Athletics
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Crisis Intervention
- Care plans
- Documentation review
- Managed care
Certification
CPR/First Aid
Accomplishments
- Mahola's Hope Leadership Course
Affiliations
- Warming Shelter, Fond Du Lac, WI
- Salvation Army Thrift Store, Fond Du Lac, WI
- Games with Seniors, Fond Du Lac, WI
- Highway Clean-up, Fond Du Lac, WI
Timeline
Academic Counselor
SUNY Canton College of Technology
11.2023 - Current
Vibrant Life Assistant
Preston Greens Senior Living
06.2023 - 10.2023
Care Manager
Always Best Care
01.2023 - 07.2023
Direct Support Professional
AlmCare
01.2022 - 01.2023
Youth Care Associate
Kentucky United Methodist Children's Homes
07.2021 - 03.2022
Server/Bartender
Fat Joes bar and grill
02.2021 - 07.2021
Team Leader/ Job Coach
Bright Futures of Wisconsin
01.2021 - 07.2021
Sales Associate
ALDI
03.2020 - 01.2021
After School Program
The YMCA of Fond Du Lac
08.2019 - 03.2020
Front End Associate/ Supervisor
Price Chopper Supermarkets
12.2013 - 08.2019
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
Marian University
Associate's degree - Liberal Arts & Sciences
North Country Community College
CPR/First Aid
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