1. Kayla Cowley-Verkaik
Barrie, Ontario
Cell: (705) 816 – 2889
Email: kayla.cowley93@gmail.com
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS
As a recent graduate from Redeemer University College, with an honours major in
clinical psychology and a minor in sociology/social work, I have undertaken internships
and employment opportunities such as being an Instructor Therapist for children with
Autism. These experiences have enabled me to develop my skill of empathy towards
others, exercise my open, patient and kind demeanor and develop valuable and
transferable skills within the field of psychology.
 Committed to helping others
 Effectively able to work
independently and with others
 Excellent organizational skills
 Good communication skills
 Exceptional time management
 Ability to take on leadership
roles
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts 2013 – 2016
Major: Honours Clinical Psychology
Minor: Sociology/Social Work
Redeemer University College, Ancaster, ON
 Honours Thesis: The Relationship Between Religion and Marital Quality
Registered Behaviour Technician 2017 – to be obtained
Relias Learning
Major: Kinesiology 2011-2012
University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Oshawa, ON
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Instructor Therapist 2016 – Present
Therapy Within Reach, Simcoe County Region Sept. – Present
 Helped children with Autism meet necessary developmental milestones through one-
on-one Intense Behavioural Intervention (IBI) therapy sessions
 Implemented behavioural management techniques and other therapeutic programs to
promote individual growth and documented clients’ progress
 Established relationship with child and family and promoted skills to be worked on
outside of IBI sessions

2.  Created instructional material for clients and participated in on-going educational
training
Youth Mentor 2014
The Shop, Newmarket, ON July – August
Organization providing support and training for at risk youth; giving them valuable
skills and experience to help gain employment.
 Mentored at risk youth while working on tasks enabled me to communicate with
them in a manner comfortable and familiar to them
 Through working with a youth with autism, I gained a more thorough
understanding of autism and was able to communicate effectively
 Helped youth to achieve employment goals
 Answering the phone and working with customers enhanced my customer
service
4th Year Internship 2015 – 2016
Pregnancy Support Services of Hamilton, ON October-April
Non-profit organization providing resources and information for individuals faced
with crisis pregnancy.
 Greeted incoming clients and ensured they felt comfortable and taken care of
 Invited to shadow counselling sessions, giving me hands on experience within
the realm of counselling
 Provided telephone crisis counselling support for those in a crisis and in need of
assistance; allowed me to assess the situation and respond appropriately
OTHER PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Sales Associate 2016
Magnolia Silver, Barrie, ON July – August
 Utilized customer service skills through interacting with customers in a respectful
manner, while assisting them with their shopping needs
 Effectively learned and exercised sales procedure, as well as completes continual
training while working to achieve a higher level of excellency
 Handled money in a responsible manner
Custodial Worker 2014 – 2016
Redeemer University College, Ancaster, ON Jan-April/Sept-April
 Assumed increased responsibility through cleaning staff offices
 Time management skills and teamwork were evident through cleaning
classrooms
 Gained knowledge of proper hygiene through WHMIS training

3. General Laborer 2014/2015
Adena Springs Landscaping, Aurora, ON May-July/May-August
 Extended teamwork and independence through lawn maintenance
 Landscaped at a prestigious horse farm by which I gained experience working in
a professional and respectable manner as well as gaining patience and
determination
 Provided grounds maintenance and property upkeep for three large estate
homes, five barns and properties owned by estate holder
Server 2012-2013
Dave and Busters, Vaughan, ON
 Utilized customer service skills through welcoming and accommodating guests in
a calm and courteous manner and responded effectively to changes in work pace
 Organized set-up for large group events and took on the responsibility of closing
duties for the restaurant when necessary
CERTIFICATION
 AACC Crisis Pregnancy Coaching