Lorie Peters-Whiteman
Box 164 Fort Qu'Appelle
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Therapist
File Hills Qu'Appelle Tribal Council
08.2022 - Current
- Evaluated treatment effectiveness, adjusted interventions, and maintained progress records. Provided individual therapy to students, focusing on communication, boundaries, and healthy relationships, while addressing substance use and trauma. Collaborated with agencies to deliver wellness presentations on topics like drug awareness, bullying prevention, gender diversity, and safe spaces. Presented strategies to educators on supporting students' social-emotional learning.
Guidance Counselor
Senator Myles Venne School
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Advised students on course selection, registration, and career planning while verifying graduation requirements. Coordinated career presentations, assisted with post-secondary and scholarship applications, and managed the monthly school newsletter.
Mental Health Therapist, Approved Sole Proprietor
Indigenous Services Canada
03.2020 - Current
- Offering confidential therapeutic counseling services through First Nations and Inuit Health Branch Non-Insured Health Benefits and Indian Residential School Health Support programs.
Child/Family Counselor
Willow Cree Education & Training Centre Inc.
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Delivered counseling using culturally appropriate assessments and case planning tailored to Indigenous values. Facilitated restorative practices with Elders and community resources and collaborated with Mental Health Services, ICFS, RCMP, and Victim Services.
School Social Worker
Northern Lights School Division No. 113
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided counseling, advocacy, and referrals using risk, needs, and strengths assessments with tailored interventions. Co-facilitated a Mental Health & Addictions course and supervised a Social Work practicum student.
Aboriginal Student Nursing Advisor
College of Arts & Science/Nursing; University of Saskatchewan
04.2010 - 12.2017
- Advised students on registration, academic probation, and career decisions, while collaborating on recruitment and retention strategies for Indigenous students. Contributed to committees focused on Indigenous initiatives, provided statistical reports, and coordinated recruitment, seminars, and workshops. Organized the Summer Science Health Camp for Saskatchewan First Nation high schools.
Elected Band Councillor
Sturgeon Lake First Nation
04.2007 - 03.2010
- Served a three-year term with portfolios in K-12 and Adult Education, collaborating with Program Directors, Boards, and federal agencies to ensure fiscally responsible service delivery. Reported at band and general council meetings and developed the official band website.
Student Counselor
First Nations University of Canada
11.2003 - 03.2007
- Worked with admissions to establish undergraduate prerequisites, advised students on academic probation, and monitored academic progress, referring students to campus resources as needed.
Adult Training Coordinator
Prince Albert Grand Council
05.2001 - 11.2003
- Managed administrative and financial aspects of post-secondary, training, and workforce development programs. Reported fiscal budgets to Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada and HRSDC, and collaborated with the Director of Finance and Education on annual budgets.
Intensive Case Management Worker /Child Protection Worker
Department of Social Services
12.1997 - 04.2001
- Developed and managed discharge plans for high-risk youth under the Youth Offenders Act, Child & Family Services Act, and Criminal Code of Canada, and conducted child abuse investigations under the Child & Family Services Act.
Senior Youth Counselor
White Buffalo Youth Inhalant Treatment Centre
01.1997 - 11.1997
- Supervised and evaluated youth counselors' case plans for residential treatment youth and supported administration in maintaining the treatment center.
Community Case Worker
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
05.1995 - 12.1996
- Collaborated with RCMP, SK Justice, Victim Services, and the 4 Nations Police Management Board to support, advocate, and refer victims of crime.
Education
Master of Northern Governance and Development, International Centre for Northern Governance & Development -
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK2014
Bachelor of Indian Social Work -
First Nations University of Canada
Saskatoon, SK1996
Diploma - Medical Secretary/Physician's Assistant
Robertson Career College Inc
Saskatoon, SK1989
Skills
- Strong interpersonal communication
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Solution-focused and culturally appropriate counseling, research and statistical reporting,
- Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and database management
- Knowledge of Indigenous cultural practices, customs, and Cree language
Publications
Coauthor of "Strategies to Support Recruitment and Retention of First Nations Youth in Baccalaureate Nursing Programs in Saskatchewan," Journal of Transcultural Nursing, July 1, 2008.
Additional Information
- Registered Social Worker, Saskatchewan Association of Social Workers, 2003
Performance Review Merit Award, University of Saskatchewan, 2012
Staff Appreciation Certificate, First Nations University of Canada, 2006
Education Staff Recognition Award, Prince Albert Grand Council, 2003
Two General Proficiency Awards, First Nations University of Canada, 1994/1995
References
Bev Poitras
Director of Justice; File Hills Qu'Appelle Tribal Council
Fort Qu'Appelle, SK
306-331-6682
Lorna Lemaigre
Former Superintendent; Willow Cree Education Authority Inc.
Beardy's & Okemasis Cree Nation, SK
P: 204-620-8517
Val Arnault-Pelletier
Indigenous Coordinator; College of Medicine & School of Rehab Science
University of Saskatchewan
P: 306-230-0683
Timeline
Mental Health Therapist
File Hills Qu'Appelle Tribal Council
08.2022 - Current
Guidance Counselor
Senator Myles Venne School
08.2021 - 06.2022
Mental Health Therapist, Approved Sole Proprietor
Indigenous Services Canada
03.2020 - Current
Child/Family Counselor
Willow Cree Education & Training Centre Inc.
08.2019 - 06.2020
School Social Worker
Northern Lights School Division No. 113
01.2017 - 06.2019
Aboriginal Student Nursing Advisor
College of Arts & Science/Nursing; University of Saskatchewan
04.2010 - 12.2017
Elected Band Councillor
Sturgeon Lake First Nation
04.2007 - 03.2010
Student Counselor
First Nations University of Canada
11.2003 - 03.2007
Adult Training Coordinator
Prince Albert Grand Council
05.2001 - 11.2003
Intensive Case Management Worker /Child Protection Worker
Department of Social Services
12.1997 - 04.2001
Senior Youth Counselor
White Buffalo Youth Inhalant Treatment Centre
01.1997 - 11.1997
Community Case Worker
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
05.1995 - 12.1996
Master of Northern Governance and Development, International Centre for Northern Governance & Development -
University of Saskatchewan
Bachelor of Indian Social Work -
First Nations University of Canada
Diploma - Medical Secretary/Physician's Assistant
Robertson Career College Inc
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