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Work History
Education
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LANGUAGE ABILITIES
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Noel Rachel Alupo

Millville,UT

Summary

Professional with comprehensive experience ready for this role. Equipped with strong skills in leadership, problem-solving, and strategic planning. Known for team collaboration and adaptability, consistently delivering results. Strong communicator with focus on integrity and accountability.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Public Relations and Uniform Officer

St Elizabeth Montessori School
01.2022 - 08.2023


  • Engaged with other support staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
  • Maintained strict adherence to institutional regulations, minimizing risk exposure for the organization.
  • Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
  • Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
  • Ensured constant availability of all uniform items in all sizes.

Peer Mentor

Trailblazers Mentoring Foundation
07.2019 - 12.2021


  • Participation in quarterly training sessions to analyze the Girls Empowering Girls Cash Plus Program performance and come up with solutions to address the gaps identified.
  • Sensitization of adolescent girls about sexual reproductive health and other social issues which impact their lives mentally, socially, physically, emotionally, spiritually and in every other aspect and to know which steps to take to find help.
  • Liaised with law enforcement officers, medical workers, therapists and religious leaders among others, for purposes of making referrals to access services beyond the scope of our specialty.
  • Implemented strategies to help mentees manage stress and difficult emotions.
  • Facilitated peer-to-peer conversations to support open communication among mentees.
  • Established trust and rapport with mentees by maintaining confidentiality regarding sensitive information during mentoring sessions.
  • Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
  • Provided guidance to peers on academic and personal matters, promoting overall wellbeing.
  • Enhanced peer understanding by providing one-on-one mentoring and support.
  • Promoted a sense of belonging among peers by fostering an inclusive atmosphere within the mentoring program''s activities and discussions.
  • Developed strong relationships with mentees, fostering a positive learning environment.
  • Conducted regular check-ins with mentees to monitor progress towards achieving their goals and to address any concerns or challenges faced along the way.
  • Promoted mental health awareness, coordinating workshops and guest speaker sessions.
  • Encouraged positive study habits and time management strategies, leading to better academic performance for mentees.
  • Fostered culture of mutual respect and empathy, addressing and mediating conflicts among group members.
  • Improved program feedback mechanisms, implementing regular surveys to gather suggestions and concerns from participants.
  • Enhanced communication skills of mentees, offering workshops on public speaking and interpersonal communication.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational situations.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable guidance to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems that pupils expressed.

Health Class and Literacy Class Instructor

Musana Foundation Uganda
01.2016 - 03.2017


  • Successfully organized and executed community outreach projects through liaising with other social service providers for smooth running of community activities and for purposes of making necessary referrals.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through tests.
  • Boosted students'' critical thinking skills through stimulating class debates and problem-solving activities, leading to improved overall academic performance.
  • Completed student progress reports to notify them of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Tabulated accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
  • Managed classroom environment conducive for learning to meet maturity level and interest of students.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Fostered a positive classroom culture that promoted respect, collaboration, inclusivity, and a growth mindset among students.
  • Carried out quality control for artisans’ / adult students’ finished craft products.
  • Produced weekly reports for submission to management.

Counselor Intern

Infectious Diseases Institute HIV Clinic
06.2014 - 07.2014


  • Enhanced client outcomes by implementing evidence-based counseling techniques and interventions.
  • Supervised meetings with family members to help create support system for clients.
  • Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
  • Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
  • Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
  • Developed treatment adherence plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
  • Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
  • Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
  • Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
  • Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
  • Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
  • Performed supervised group and individual counseling sessions.
  • Encouraged participants to open up and share thoughts at group counseling sessions.
  • Counseled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
  • Maintained high level of patient confidentiality to comply with all federal and company regulations.
  • Conducted group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for personal growth and healing.
  • Promoted a safe space within the therapeutic setting by maintaining professional boundaries and adhering to ethical guidelines.
  • Developed rapport with diverse populations, adapting communication styles to meet individual needs and preferences.
  • Attended ongoing training seminars relevant to the field of counseling, staying up-to-date on current best practices.
  • Completed thorough assessments to determine client needs and establish goals for treatment success.
  • Successfully built trust with clients through active listening, empathy, and validation during individual counseling sessions.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with various mental health needs.
  • Maintained confidentiality while effectively communicating client progress to supervisors and other team members involved in their care.
  • Led psychoeducational workshops on topics such as stress management, self-care, and healthy relationships to empower clients with valuable information.

Counselor Intern

Kabalagala Metropolitan Police Division, Child and Family Protection Unit
06.2013 - 07.2013
  • Counseling couples, parents and children and victims of domestic violence
  • Making referrals to recommend access to and utilization of services beyond and outside our scope of specialty.
  • Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
  • Educated victims on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
  • Determined people's risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
  • Assessed people's needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
  • Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
  • Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
  • Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
  • Counseled clients to help understand and overcome personal, social and behavioral problems.
  • Supported clients in crisis situations, providing immediate intervention and connecting them with appropriate resources.

Education

Bachelor of Guidance and Counseling -

Kampala International University
01.2015

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined

St. Lawrence Citizens’ High School - Creamland Campus
01.2009

Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined

Hilton High School
01.2007

Skills

  • Task management
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Report writing
  • Work coordination
  • Strategic planning
  • Current computer proficiency
  • Collaborative team player
  • Versatile approach
  • Effective time management
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Independent drive
  • Digital communication skills

LANGUAGE ABILITIES

English; spoken fluently, written and read excellently.
Swahili; spoken fluently, written and read excellently.
Luganda; spoken fluently, written and read excellently.

Interests

  • Youth Development Programs
  • Advocacy Campaigns
  • Volunteer Work
  • Physical fitness and wellness
  • Travel
  • Arts and Creativity
  • Culinary and Food

Certification

  • Bachelor of Guidance and Counseling First Class -2011 January to 2015 December


Timeline

Public Relations and Uniform Officer

St Elizabeth Montessori School
01.2022 - 08.2023

Peer Mentor

Trailblazers Mentoring Foundation
07.2019 - 12.2021

Health Class and Literacy Class Instructor

Musana Foundation Uganda
01.2016 - 03.2017

Counselor Intern

Infectious Diseases Institute HIV Clinic
06.2014 - 07.2014

Counselor Intern

Kabalagala Metropolitan Police Division, Child and Family Protection Unit
06.2013 - 07.2013

Uganda Advanced Certificate of Education - undefined

St. Lawrence Citizens’ High School - Creamland Campus

Uganda Certificate of Education - undefined

Hilton High School

Bachelor of Guidance and Counseling -

Kampala International University