Serena, gardienne d’enfants attitrée

Hello i hope all is well from your end :) I am a youth mental health professional and I am able to assist you. Kindly check more about me below:
I am an experienced and compassionate childminder with over 10 years of dedicated experience working with children across various settings, including as a childminder in England, providing exceptional care and support to multiple families. Skilled in play therapy, youth mental health, and cultural perspectives in mental health, backed by academic credentials from prestigious institutions. Possesses certifications in emergency pediatric first aid and a range of mental health specializations. Fluent in English, German, and Arabic, with intermediate proficiency in French and Spanish.

Education

Grad. Cert., Play Therapy, Concordia University, Montreal, Canada (Expected Graduation: 2024)
MSc, Youth Mental Health, University of Birmingham, UK (2022)
PgDip, Cultural and Global Perspectives in Mental Health, Queen Mary University of London, UK (2021)
BA, Psychology, American University of Beirut, Lebanon (2020)

Work Experience

Play Therapist, Concordia University, Montreal, Canada
Utilized evidence-based play therapy methodologies to promote emotional regulation and social skills development in children, enhancing their overall well-being and resilience.

Researcher, AUBMC, Department of Psychiatry, Beirut, Lebanon
Conducted research on mental health, integrating qualitative and quantitative data for publication.

Mental Health Case Manager & Data Collector, Qualisus Consulting, Beirut, Lebanon
Implemented proactive case management strategies, improving client adherence to treatment plans and reducing crisis incidents.

Mental Health Care Worker, Smart Heart Professionals, London, UK
Provided compassionate care to adults and elderly individuals with mental health and medical disorders, improving patient experiences and emotional well-being.

Assistant Counselor, Special Educational Needs Teacher, Behavioral Specialist, OPOGO, London, UK
Supported students with emotional and behavioral needs, developed individualized education plans, and assisted in crisis intervention.

Volunteering Experience

Co-facilitator, AUBMC Department of Psychiatry, Beirut, Lebanon
Facilitated lectures and discussions to enhance understanding of child development and mental well-being.

Volunteer, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, Lebanon
Utilized art therapy to improve patient experiences in the hemodialysis care unit.

Tutor, UNICEF, Beirut, Lebanon
Provided educational support to Syrian refugee children, designing tailored lessons plans and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Skills & Certifications

Technical Skills: Clinical observation, crisis intervention, project planning, quantitative & qualitative data analysis.
Computer Skills: Proficient in R Studio, SPSS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Languages: Fluent in English, German, Arabic; Intermediate in French, Spanish.
Certifications: Emergency Pediatric First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, Child Protection & Safeguarding.

Certifications
-Level 3 Award in Emergency Pediatric First Aid from Riverside Training
-Mental Health First Aid from MHFA England
-CITI Good Clinical Practice, CITI Mental Health for Higher Ed and
-Healthcare, Social and Behavioral Research from CITI Program
-Child Protection and Safeguarding, Working with Children with Disabilities from CPD Certification Service
-Keeping Children Safe in Education from Pure Education