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Gideon C. Kasonde
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GIDEON KASONDE

GIDEON KASONDE

LUSAKA

Summary

Compassionate Job Title with extensive knowledge of counseling principles and practices. Adept at creating individualized treatment plans and leading group therapy sessions. Committed to creating safe, supportive environment for all participants. Skilled Type Counselor with strong background helping Type clients overcome personal challenges and cope with triggering situations. Focused on facilitating exploration of issues, developing individualized plans and developing important skills. Licensed by State. Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients. Insightful Counselor familiar with Type treatment protocols. Adept at responding to emergency situations calmly and respectfully. Passionate about patient support and resource advocacy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

COUNSELOR

DAPP ZAMBIA
01.2016 - 09.2023
  • Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
  • Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
  • Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
  • Engaged clients in conversation to determine feelings and apprehensions.
  • Offered guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement.
  • Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Implemented behavioral modification strategies to help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
  • Contributed to a supportive work environment by sharing knowledge, resources, and new findings within the counseling field.
  • Communicated closely with other counselors to devise programs and activities based on developmental and academic levels.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
  • Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist clients in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Conducted assessments to determine progress and performance and report findings to relevant authorities.
  • Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.
  • Developed individualized counseling plans for clients to incorporate short-term and long-term goals.
  • Implemented and developed core counseling programs to meet each individual's specific and varying needs.
  • Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote positive behavior change.
  • Established trusting therapeutic alliances with clients through empathetic listening, validation, and unconditional positive regard.
  • Developed and facilitated group therapy sessions for increased social support and skill-building opportunities.
  • Worked closely with families to support clients in their recovery process and strengthen relationships among family members.
  • Acted as client advocate to coordinate required services or resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
  • Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
  • Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.

Education

CERTIFICATE - NURSING ASSISTANCE

ROYAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY STUDIES
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
04.2024

CERTIFICATE - SOCIAL WORK

ROYAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY STUDIES
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
03.2024

CERTIFICATE - TB MANAGEMENTS

SPRING VALLEY COLLEGE
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
03.2024

CERTIFICATE - PSYCHOSOCIAL COUNSELLING

MINISTRY OF HEALTH
LUSAKA, ZAMBIA
09.2015

Skills

  • Skilled in intake interviewing
  • Counseling
  • Public speaking ability
  • Mental Health Support
  • HIPAA
  • Self-care strategies
  • Building rapport
  • Client Advocacy
  • Crisis Intervention Techniques
  • Psychoeducation
  • Adept at conflict resolution
  • Client Records Management
  • Adolescent Counseling
  • Treatment Planning
  • Biopsychosocial Assessments
  • Empathy Development
  • Bilingual in language and English
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Suicide Prevention
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Intervention Planning
  • Office Administration
  • Interventions
  • Peer Counseling
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Care Planning
  • Expertise in crisis intervention techniques
  • Client Counseling
  • Strong public speaker
  • Social Work
  • Grief counseling
  • Learning disability awareness
  • Sexual Health Education
  • Substance Abuse Counseling
  • Daily living activities educator
  • Database Management
  • Community resources specialist
  • Knowledge of juvenile justice system
  • Group psychotherapy expert
  • Board Eligible in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Successful hypnotherapist
  • Team Collaboration
  • File and Record Keeping
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Administration and management
  • Group Counseling
  • Intervention Support
  • Data Confidentiality
  • Crisis Management
  • Referral Coordination
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Clinical Services
  • Patient Referrals
  • Social Psychology
  • Support Group Facilitation
  • Regulatory Compliance

Subject

APPLICATION FOR ADMSSION FOR EMPLOYEMENT AS AN OFFICE ASSISTANT

Body

I have learnt with excitement that you seek to recruit the Office Assistant in your corporation for this reason I would like to make a formal application as stated above. I am a man who completed my Grade 12 in 2006 and a holder of a Certificate in Psycho-social Counselling. I have worked in NGOs for more than five (5) years. According to our field before start working, we have to clean the working environment. Thus, I am used to that of dusting of all office equipment, polishing tables. Emptying dust bins, cleaning windows and filing documents for record keeping. Thus, the task that will be tasked me by Zambia Airports Corporation Limited is very familiar of my daily task. Therefore, I have great desire to work with the corporation in implementing the corporation's objectives as far as environment sanity is concerned. For this has convinced me that I am one of the best to be engaged for this offer. Finally, to this cover letter I hereby attached the transcripts of my credentials for your attention. I therefore look forward to hear and hope to hear from you in your own convenient moment. Your favourable response will be appreciated. Yours sincerely, GIDEON C. KASONDE 0954120923 / 0978580546

Recipient

THE DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCES, ZAMBIA AIRPORTS CORPORATION LIMITED, HEAD OFFICE, P.O BOX 30175, LUSAKA

Gideon C. Kasonde

Good communicator verbally and writing.

Interpersonal skills.

Computer literate.

Serious with work and meet deadline.

Work with minimum supervision.

Work independently and collaboratively as well as a team

Timeline

COUNSELOR

DAPP ZAMBIA
01.2016 - 09.2023

CERTIFICATE - NURSING ASSISTANCE

ROYAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY STUDIES

CERTIFICATE - SOCIAL WORK

ROYAL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND TECHNOLOGY STUDIES

CERTIFICATE - TB MANAGEMENTS

SPRING VALLEY COLLEGE

CERTIFICATE - PSYCHOSOCIAL COUNSELLING

MINISTRY OF HEALTH

Work Preference

Work Type

Part Time

Location Preference

Remote

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCareer advancementHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPersonal development programsPaid time off

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