Ilknur Unal

Ilknur Unal

Psychological Counselor | Student Development & Stress Management

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  • About me

    HR Graduate Candidate | DEI Advocate | Talent Acquisition Specialist | Cross-Cultural HR Strategies

  • Education

    • Lambton College

      2024 - 2025
      Postgraduate Certificate Business Management – Human Resources

      Relevant Coursework: - Talent Acquisition & HR Management Systems - Occupational Health & Safety Compliance (OHSA Standards) - HR Analytics & Data-Driven Decision Making - Employment Law & Labor Relations Key Projects: - Designed a diversity-focused recruitment plan for a simulated tech startup, improving candidate inclusivity by 40%. - Conducted a workplace safety audit aligned with Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).

    • Yıldız Teknik Üniversitesi

      2019 - 2023
      Bachelor's degree Psychological Counseling and Guidance 3.6

      Thesis: "Impact of Anxiety Management Workshops on Academic Performance in High School Students" (Published in university journal). Relevant Coursework: - Lifespan Development & Adjustment Challenges - Diagnosis and Classification of Psychological Disorders - Crisis Intervention Strategies - Social Dynamics in Multicultural Environments Key Achievement: - Organized a mental health awareness campaign reaching 500+ students, featuring workshops on stress… Show more Thesis: "Impact of Anxiety Management Workshops on Academic Performance in High School Students" (Published in university journal). Relevant Coursework: - Lifespan Development & Adjustment Challenges - Diagnosis and Classification of Psychological Disorders - Crisis Intervention Strategies - Social Dynamics in Multicultural Environments Key Achievement: - Organized a mental health awareness campaign reaching 500+ students, featuring workshops on stress management and peer support. Show less

  • Experience

    • Açı Koleji Beylikdüzü

      Jun 2022 - Jun 2023
      Psychological Counselor | Student Development & Stress Management

      Provided one-on-one counseling to 50+ high school students, reducing exam-related anxiety by 40% through tailored workshops.Organized monthly "Stress Management" seminars attended by 100+ students and parents, receiving 90% positive feedback in post-event surveys.Launched a peer mentorship program, increasing student engagement by 35% through structured support systems.

    • Bartimaeus Rehabilitation Services Inc.

      Jan 2024 - Dec 2024
      Psychological Support Worker | Trauma Recovery & Employee Wellness Advocacy

      Monitored recovery progress for 10+ trauma patients weekly, collaborating with medical teams to adjust care plans and improve treatment outcomes.Implemented personalized coping strategies, boosting patient satisfaction scores by 30% within 3 months.Documented psychological reports using digital health platforms, ensuring 100% compliance with medical standards.

    • GAOTek Inc.

      Jan 2024 - Aug 2024
      Human Resources Intern | Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Support

      Screened 100+ resumes using LinkedIn Recruiter and conducted pre-interviews, reducing screening time by 2 weeks through optimized candidate filters.Automated employee database entries with MS Excel macros, minimizing manual errors by 20% and saving 5+ hours weekly for the HR team.Prepared weekly recruitment reports for senior HR managers, improving transparency in talent pipeline management.

    • Athens Pastries

      Sept 2024 - now
      Shift Manager | Operational Efficiency & Team Leadership

      Led a team of 3 part-time staff, improving task completion speed by 25% through streamlined workflows and clear role delegation.Achieved 100% accuracy in daily cash reconciliations and inventory audits, ensuring compliance with financial protocols.Resolved customer complaints with a 95% satisfaction rate, enhancing brand loyalty and repeat business.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Call It Out: Racism, Racial Discrimination and Human Rights

      Ontario Human Rights Commission
      May 2024
    • Working Together: Ontario Human Rights Code & AODA

      Ontario Human Rights Commission
      May 2024
    • Removing the Canadian Experience Barrier (Employment Agencies Guide)

      Ontario Human Rights Commission
      May 2024
    • Human Rights and the Duty to Accommodate

      Ontario Human Rights Commission
      May 2024