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I am a Helsinki-based social services professional, neuropsychiatric coach, substance-abuse rehabilitation specialist, supervisor and event producer with almost 20 years of experience in leadership, child protection, rehabilitation, hospitality and service development. I enjoy working in multidisciplinary environments and bring a pedagogical, resource-oriented and solution-focused approach to every assignment. My experience includes supervising teams, coordinating international partnerships, developing operating models and supporting people in challenging life situations.
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Finnish
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English
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Work Experience
Specialist Counsellor, Responsible Official at Criminal Sanctions Agency, Helsinki Prison
October 1, 2025 - PresentResponsible for implementing, developing and evaluating substance-abuse rehabilitation in Helsinki Prison. Managed prisoners' matters comprehensively during incarceration, including guidance, support, preparation of applications and proposals, rehabilitation and release plans, follow-up, and preparation and monitoring of supervised probation processes.
Executive Producer, Security Officer at Syskineskus Oy
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025I implemented marketing strategies and international collaborations, focusing on developing advertising, content creation, and social visualization experiences.
Event Producer, Security Officer, International Coordinator at Sysikess Oy
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025I design and implement event and brand concepts, leading the planning and execution of diverse events and experiential marketing strategies while enhancing visibility and community engagement.
Event Producer, Security Officer, International Coordination Coordinator at Syskiensky Oy
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025I designed and implemented event and brand concepts, leading the planning and execution of diverse events and experiential marketing strategies. My role required collaboration on marketing strategies and developing company strategies, connecting production, business, and audiences.
Event Producer, Security Officer at Sysikens Oy
January 1, 2025 - September 16, 2025Responsible for implementing event and brand concepts, leading the planning and execution of diverse events and experiential marketing strategies. Collaborated on marketing strategies and developed the associated branding materials.
Lead Counsellor, Data Protection Officer at Themakodit Oy, Lastenkoti Vera
November 1, 2023 - October 1, 2025Led daily operations and staff support in a specialized child welfare institution. Worked as the immediate supervisor for two counsellors and a total of 16 employees. Managed the organization's data protection practices, development and oversight, while also developing operating structures, materials, corporate communications, visual identity and marketing.
Senior Supervisor, DPO at Temakot Oy, Children's Home Veera
November 1, 2023 - PresentI manage daily operations and supervise the staff at a special-level child protection facility. I directly supervise eight counselors and oversee a total of sixteen staff members. Additionally, I manage the company's Data Protection Officer responsibilities, focusing on enhancing visual communication and improving community materials and internal processes.
Senior Supervisor, DPO at Temakot Oy, Children's Home Veera
November 1, 2023 - PresentI manage daily operations and support staff at a special-level child protection facility. I directly supervise 8 counselors and oversee a total of 16 staff members, enhancing communication and improving company materials and internal processes.
Senior Supervisor at Temakot Oy, Children's Home Veera
November 1, 2023 - PresentI manage daily operations and support staff at a special-level child protection facility. I directly supervise 8 counselors and oversee a total of 16 staff members. My responsibilities include managing and developing data protection practices, enhancing visual communication, and improving company materials and internal processes.
Senior Supervisor at Temakodit Oy, Children’s Home Veera
November 1, 2023 - PresentI manage daily operations and support staff at a special-level child protection facility. I directly supervise 8 counselors and oversee a total of 16 staff members. I also serve as the company's Data Protection Officer, managing data protection practices, enhancing visual communication, and improving company materials and internal processes.
Team Supervisor, Neuropsychiatric Supervisor at Sijaiskoti Satama Oy
May 1, 2023 - November 1, 2023Supervised a child welfare team and supported the quality and continuity of substitute care. Coordinated staff wellbeing, ensured safe and comprehensive care for children, prepared work schedules, monitored reporting, worked with stakeholders and social services, developed operations and participated in care work as a key worker.
Family Worker, Professional Support Person, Neuropsychiatric Coach at Hyvinvointipalvelu Askel Oy
September 1, 2021 - May 1, 2023Provided pedagogical, resource-oriented and solution-focused support to young people and families. Worked in an interactive and individual-needs-oriented manner, supporting wellbeing across different areas of life and applying neuropsychiatric coaching expertise to improve everyday functioning.
Counsellor, Family Worker, Professional Support Person at VK Avo- ja Tukipalvelut Oy
December 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021Provided guidance, family work and professional support services to clients and families.
Event Producer, Safety Officer, International Cooperation Coordinator at Sysikeskus Oy
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025Worked on event and concept planning, business strategy and business model development, advertising, marketing and content production. Contributed to brand building, service design, campaign and event organization, stakeholder cooperation, international partnerships, programme content, permit processes, safety management and visual identity design and implementation.
Group Supervisor, Aftercare Housing Services at Katto-Kodit Oy, Ollinpirtti
August 1, 2018 - May 1, 2020Worked as a group supervisor in two supported housing units and also provided individual client appointments.
Addiction Rehabilitation Practitioner at City of Helsinki/Tervalampi Rehabilitation Center for Addiction
May 1, 2018 - September 16, 2025Responsible for conducting individual counseling sessions and facilitating group activities while promoting clients' rehabilitation and social reintegration.
Vocational Rehabilitation Instructor at City of Helsinki/Taby Rehabilitation Center for Addiction
May 1, 2018 - September 16, 2025I completed Practical Training and Volunteer Work during my practical qualification, working as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting clients' rehabilitation and social reintegration.
Vocational Qualification in Addiction Work at City of Helsinki / Rehabilitation Center for Addiction
May 1, 2018 - September 16, 2025Completed through Practical Training and Volunteer Work. I worked as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting clients in recovery from addiction. My responsibilities included conducting individual counseling sessions and facilitating rehabilitation activities.
Vocational Qualification in Addiction Work at City of Helsinki / Tervajärvi Rehabilitation Center for Addiction
May 1, 2018 - September 16, 2025Completed thorough practical training in addiction work, working as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting clients in recovery from addiction. Conducted individual counseling sessions, facilitated functional and therapeutic group activities, and engaged in preventive interventions.
Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Professional at City of Helsinki, Tervalammen Kartano Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Centre
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018Completed the substance-abuse work vocational qualification through a competence demonstration while working as a volunteer. Worked with intensive group-based men's and women's communities, work and group activities, and supported everyday rehabilitation communities for older people and clients requiring special support. Also developed operating models, communication channels and rehabilitation materials.
Business Development Manager at HOK-Elanto Liiketoiminta Oy
March 1, 2003 - November 1, 2015Managed the daily operations of restaurant units, supervisory work and teams of several dozen employees. Responsibilities included workforce scheduling, profitability and customer satisfaction, budgeting, sales and customer service development, product development, marketing, event planning, campaigns, brand visibility and customer experience.
Waiter, Bar Manager at Welldone Productions Oy
August 1, 2001 - April 1, 2002Worked in waiting and bar management duties.
Bar Manager at Scandic Hilton Hotels, Scandic Hilton Simonkenttä
June 1, 2001 - March 1, 2003Managed bar operations and customer service in a hotel environment.
Bar Manager at Scandic Hotels, Scandic Hotel Marski
August 1, 2000 - June 1, 2001Worked as a bar manager in a hotel hospitality environment.
Security Guard, Bar Manager at Turun Ooppera Ravintolat, Night Club Metropol
May 1, 2000 - August 1, 2000Combined security supervision and bar management responsibilities in a nightlife and hospitality venue.
Head Bartender, Bartending Instructor at Salsa Club Copacana Oy
October 1, 1999 - August 1, 2000Managed bar operations and trained staff in bartending and service practices.
Bartender, A La Carte Waiter at Kaukoravintolat Oy, Ravintola Mamma Rosa and Ravintola Lasipalatsi
November 1, 1998 - October 1, 1999Provided professional bar and restaurant service in high-volume hospitality venues.
Bartender, Fine Dining and A La Carte Waiter, Night Receptionist at Oy Bjarka Ltd, Lord Hotel
April 1, 1998 - January 1, 1999Worked across bar service, fine dining, a la carte service, night reception and front-desk support.
Customer Acquisition Manager at Inside Drivers Oy
October 1, 1997 - May 1, 1998Handled customer acquisition responsibilities and client-facing business development activities.
Education
Degree in Social Work at University of Helsinki
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2015Vocational Qualification in Addiction Rehabilitation at Helsinki Vocational Institute
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018Vocational Qualification in Addiction Work at City of Helsinki/Tervalampi Rehabilitation Center for Addiction
May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2018Sosionomi (AMK), Social Services Degree Programme, Adult Social Guidance at Metropolia University of Applied Sciences, Myllypuro Campus
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021Vocational Qualification in Substance Abuse Work at Seurakuntaopisto, Järvenpää Campus
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018Vocational Qualification in Roma Culture Guidance, partial qualification at Roma Culture Guidance Qualification Committee / Seurakuntaopisto
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017Specialist Vocational Qualification in Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Catering at Jollas Institute
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2010Bachelor of Business Administration, International Business-to-Business Marketing, interrupted at Laurea University of Applied Sciences
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2004City Guard Partnership Special Forces and Distance Measurement Training at Finnish Defence Forces
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000Vocational Qualification in Sales and Customer Service at Perho Culinary School
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 2001Specialist Vocational Qualification in Bartending, partial qualification at Haaga-Perho
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2000Qualifications
Crises and Trauma Training
January 1, 2023 - September 19, 2026MAPA Basic Training: Prevention and Management of Challenging Behaviour
January 1, 2023 - September 19, 2026Solution-Focused Neuropsychiatric Coach Training (NEPSY)
January 1, 2021 - September 19, 2026Group Leader Basic Course
January 1, 2017 - September 19, 2026Saaristomerenkulkuoppi Nautical Qualification
January 1, 2022 - September 19, 2026MOD Basic Course
January 1, 2017 - September 19, 2026B Driving Licence
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026First Aid / EA1
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Security Steward Basic Course and Use of Force Training
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Turvapassi Safety Card
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Solution-Focused Psychotherapy Training
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Hygiene Passport
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Qualified Irish Whiskey Taster
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Master Bartender
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Juoma-Mestari Online Training
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Love Medicines Online Training
January 1, 2025 - September 19, 2026Data Protection and Information Security in Social and Healthcare Services
January 1, 2025 - September 19, 2026Orientation Model and Guidelines Training
January 1, 2025 - September 19, 2026Ota Puheeksi Online Training
January 11, 2030 - September 19, 2026Industry Experience
Healthcare, Non-Profit Organization, Education, Professional Services, Government, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality
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