Lusungu Mwape
Perth,WA
Summary
Proven Student Counselor at C&N CENTRE FOR ADVANCED INTERNATIONAL STUDIES, adept in multicultural competence and critical thinking. Excelled in enhancing student well-being, leading diversity initiatives, and boosting college application success rates. Skilled in individual counseling and emotional support, consistently promoting positive educational outcomes and mental health awareness. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Counselor
C&N CENTRE FOR ADVANCED INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
Lusaka
10.2021 - Current
- Enhance student well-being by providing individualized support and guidance through regular counseling sessions.
- Collaborate with school leaders to develop policies that support diversity, inclusion, and equity initiatives within the educational environment.
- Support college-bound seniors in researching potential schools, completing applications, writing essays, navigating financial aid processes, and making informed decisions about higher education opportunities.
- Promote a positive school culture by organizing workshops on topics like stress management, time management, and effective communication skills.
- Participate in ongoing professional growth opportunities like conferences, workshops, and webinars to stay current on best practices in the field of school counseling.
- Lead professional development sessions for colleagues on topics such as mental health awareness, trauma-informed teaching practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy.
- Provide crisis intervention support as needed, addressing urgent mental health concerns and connecting students with appropriate resources for ongoing care.
- Serve as a liaison between school personnel, families, community partners, and other stakeholders to ensure effective communication and collaboration in addressing student needs.
Family Caregiver
Dad
ZAMBIA
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Managed household tasks efficiently, creating a clean and organized living environment conducive to dads wellbeing.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere within the home setting by engaging in meaningful conversations and recreational activities with dad.
- Coordinated healthcare appointments for dad, ensuring timely access to necessary medical services.
- Assisted dad with physical therapy exercises, promoting improved mobility and overall health outcomes.
Volunteer
ZAMBIA CANCER SOCIETY
ZAMBIA
02.2014 - 11.2018
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
Education
Health Care Assistant (nursing Assistant) Cert
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Tech
Lusaka07.2023
First Aid Certificate
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Tech
Lusaka06.2023
Psychosocial Counselling
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Tech
06.2023
TB Management
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Tech
03.2023
Skills
- Multicultural Competence
- Ethical Practice
- Learning Strategies
- Individual Counseling
- Behavioral assessment
- Student Advocacy
- Academic advising
- Disability Support
- Motivation Techniques
- Career Counseling
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Decision-Making
- Emotional Support
- Peer Counseling
Timeline
Student Counselor
C&N CENTRE FOR ADVANCED INTERNATIONAL STUDIES
10.2021 - Current
Family Caregiver
Dad
03.2021 - 03.2024
Volunteer
ZAMBIA CANCER SOCIETY
02.2014 - 11.2018
Health Care Assistant (nursing Assistant) Cert
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Tech
First Aid Certificate
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Tech
Psychosocial Counselling
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Tech
TB Management
Handsworth Institute of Health Sciences And Tech