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Samuel Obaniwa

Samuel Obaniwa

Experienced Professional Counselor
Ojo,LA

Summary

Good day Sir

I saw the advert for this job position and was excited to apply.

I am a very skilled and seasoned psychotherapist with over 7 years of experience and countless hours of counseling sessions with clients, who have recommended my services.

I've worked as a school counselor over these years assisting students with updated guidance about the best career paths, methods of improving academic under performances and under-achievements,. Collaborated with parents and teachers to devise better academic and educational programs to assist the students gain access to information for suitable career pursuits.

I am very skilled in administering various psycho-analytic test to better understand the various psychotherapy needs of students and clients in order to assist them in improving every aspects of their life to maximize the potentials they possess.

I am a very industrious professional and wont live a task unless it is completed. I am highly committed to my job as described by the organization because of the passion i have for the profession and it drives me to achieve better results, easily recognizing academic, behavioral patterns that causes students to under perform and underachieve and proffer series of solutions that can help them become high performers and high achievers. Even though i am a professional guided by professional principles and ethics which can sometimes be limiting, i possess the inner curiosity that drives me to think outside the box to devise solutions and i considered this my greatest edge over fellow counseling professionals which if i am considered for the job and provided with the needed facilities would be value added to the organization's vision for the position. I also want to assure that the organization can rely on my services either supervised or unregulated to help achieve results, because i am intrinsically motivated, self aware, always working in the interests of the organization and highly disciplined. I am in this for the long run and as long as my organization continues to reward my loyalty and services and support my efforts, i would continue to strive to do better and be better for the organization.

Even with limited resources in organizations i have worked with, i have been able to maximize my professional skills to help improve the the lives, academic/career pursuits and mental health of students, i strongly believe i can bring that wealth of field experience to the organization

Peradventure the organization is willing to grant me this employment opportunity, as long as they are willing & able to sponsor A& perfect my work visa and travelling documents, so as not to be a financial burden, i am capable of covering the traveling ticket cost. Thank you for this great opportunity.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

School Counsellor

Springbase Schools
Oshodi-Isolo, Lagos
04.2021 - 12.2025
  • Assisted students with updated guidance about the best career paths, methods of improving academic under performances and under-achievements.
  • Collaborated with parents and teachers to devise better academic and educational programs to assist the students gain access to information for suitable career pursuits.
  • Skilled in administering various psycho-analytic tests to better understand the various psychotherapy needs of students and clients in order to assist them in improving every aspect of their life to maximize the potentials they possess.
  • Recognized academic, behavioral patterns that cause students to under perform and underachieve and proffered series of solutions that can help them become high performers and high achievers.
  • Over 7 years of experience and countless hours of counseling sessions with clients.
  • Highly committed to the job and driven to achieve better results.
  • Possesses inner curiosity that drives to think outside the box to devise solutions.
  • Intrinsically motivated, self-aware, always working in the interests of the organization and highly disciplined.
  • Collaborated with educators, school administrators and external professionals in development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
  • Consulted with teachers and parents to gain in-depth understanding of students.
  • Conducted group and individual counseling sessions for key issues.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators, and community resources.

School Counsellor

St. David Mission Group of Schools
Ilogbo-Eremi, LA
04.2019 - 03.2021
  • Career and College Planning: assisted students to explore career interests, evaluate skills, and guided them through college applications, job searches.
  • Built positive and productive relationships with students, parents, educators, and community resources.
  • Academic Support: assisted with course selection, study habits, and academic goal-setting to improve performance.
  • Social-Emotional Counseling: provided individual or small-group counseling to address issues like low self-esteem, bullying, stress, and behavioral problems.
  • Crisis Intervention and Safety: provided support for students facing personal crises, such as family issues, mental health struggles, or trauma.
  • Collaboration and Mediation: worked with teachers and parents to improve student, mediate disputes, and connect families with outside mental health resources.
  • Served as a liaison between school administration, teachers, parents, and community resources in addressing multifaceted student needs effectively.
  • Supported emotional well-being of students through individual counseling sessions addressing personal challenges and concerns.
  • Recommended school-wide policy changes to better serve needs of students.

Elementary Counsellor

Community Primary School Apoi Zion
Okiti-Pupa, ONDO
04.2018 - 03.2019
  • Designed professional development opportunities for staff on topics related to social-emotional learning and mental health awareness.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a safe environment for open communication.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of counseling programs using assessment tools and adjusted strategies accordingly.
  • Conducted small group sessions to address social, emotional, and academic concerns.
  • Implemented data-driven interventions for at-risk students, improving overall school success rates.
  • Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional support services when needed.
  • Promoted a positive school climate by implementing evidence-based prevention programs.
  • Managed extensive caseloads while maintaining timely documentation of counseling sessions and progress notes.
  • Created a welcoming atmosphere for new students through orientation sessions and transition plans.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among students using mediation techniques and restorative practices.
  • Collaborated with teachers for improved student behavior and academic performance.
  • Empowered students through career exploration activities, ultimately preparing them for future job opportunities.
  • Enhanced student emotional well-being by implementing comprehensive counseling programs and services.
  • Advocated for equitable access to resources for all students regardless of background or ability level.
  • Served as a liaison between parents, teachers, and administrators to optimize student outcomes.
  • Supported staff members in addressing classroom management challenges, contributing to an optimal learning environment.
  • Provided crisis intervention services during critical incidents, ensuring student safety and wellbeing.
  • Organized parent education workshops to enhance family engagement and support systems.
  • Used standardized assessments to evaluate abilities, interests and characteristics of different students.
  • Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
  • Analyzed student academic records to assess educational and career goals.
  • Developed and implemented student guidance plans to foster academic success.
  • Developed and implemented individualized academic plans for students.
  • Advocated for students to access available resources.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Advised students on educational, career and social opportunities.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Used educational assessment strategies such as Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Student Study Teams (SST) to assist teachers with educational placement of students.
  • Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
  • Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
  • Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
  • Addressed attendance issues by working closely with families to develop improvement strategies.
  • Administered functional behavioral assessments and developed behavior intervention plans to target maladaptive behaviors.
  • Encouraged students to explore age-appropriate and career-related opportunities.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.

Education

Bachelor of Education - Guidance & Counselling

Ekiti State University
Ekiti State
11.2011

Diploma - Web Development

National Institute of Information Technology(NIIT)
Lagos
05.2018

Diploma - Desktop Publishing

Intraversal Institute of Technology
Lagos
10.2017

Skills

University & Career Counseling

Academic Counseling

Child & Adolescence Counseling

Individual Counseling

Group Counseling

Computer Literacy & Desktop Publishing

Graphic Design

Sales Marketing Experience

Timeline

School Counsellor

Springbase Schools
04.2021 - 12.2025

School Counsellor

St. David Mission Group of Schools
04.2019 - 03.2021

Elementary Counsellor

Community Primary School Apoi Zion
04.2018 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Education - Guidance & Counselling

Ekiti State University

Diploma - Web Development

National Institute of Information Technology(NIIT)

Diploma - Desktop Publishing

Intraversal Institute of Technology
Samuel ObaniwaExperienced Professional Counselor