VALERIE KOSKI
Forest Lake
Summary
Comprehensive experience as a knowledgeable professional in diverse settings. Quality client care within the context of competent agency practices is key. Excellent outcomes in macro and micro job responsibilities. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Successfully infusing Christian values into various work environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Insurance Agent
Koski Consulting LLC
03.2018 - Current
- Explain various types of policies, discuss financial strategies, and explore available options.
- Develop comprehensive insurance solutions tailored to client needs, using policies design to create, grow and protect wealth.
Mortgage Loan Officer
Nexa Mortgage
08.2020 - 09.2025
- Evaluated client financial profiles to determine loan eligibility and recommend appropriate mortgage products.
- Developed customized loan solutions, ensuring alignment with client needs and regulatory requirements.
Adjunct Professor
University Of Northwestern - St. Paul
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Developed and delivered engaging course content in alignment with university curriculum standards in the Psychology Department at the University of Northwestern - St Paul.
- Facilitated interactive classroom discussions, promoting critical thinking and student participation based on Christian values.
- Evaluated student performance through assignments, exams, and feedback mechanisms to ensure academic integrity.
Executive Director & Psychotherapist
Nebula Health Services/Haven Center
02.2008 - 05.2018
- Managed a diverse team of professionals at outpatient mental health clinics, fostering a Christ-centered work environment based on the goals of hope, help and healing.
- Represented organization to local public by giving presentations and speeches and participating in community events.
- Served as a lead clinician, working with individuals, couples and families of various ages and stages in life.
- Diagnosed mental and emotional health disorders, and evaluated therapeutic interventions in collaboration with the clients, developing and implementing treatment plans according to best practices.
Executive Director
Pregnancy Resource Center
09.2002 - 06.2005
- Oversaw client care, administration, public relations, strategic planning, office management, budget development, finances, marketing, staff supervision, and service expansion.
Education
MSW - Social Work
University of St. Thomas
Saint Paul, MNSkills
- Community engagement
- Professional collaboration
- Strategic planning
- Operations management
- Public speaking
- Program leadership
- Relationship building
- Client advocacy
- Case needs assessments
- Family systems therapy
- Attention to detail
- Mentoring
- Documentation
- Spiritual care
Timeline
Mortgage Loan Officer
Nexa Mortgage
08.2020 - 09.2025
Adjunct Professor
University Of Northwestern - St. Paul
07.2020 - 06.2021
Insurance Agent
Koski Consulting LLC
03.2018 - Current
Executive Director & Psychotherapist
Nebula Health Services/Haven Center
02.2008 - 05.2018
Executive Director
Pregnancy Resource Center
09.2002 - 06.2005
MSW - Social Work
University of St. Thomas