Valerie Gijsel

Valerie Gijsel is a seasoned professional in the healthcare education and management sector, currently serving as a Coach and Formations Worker within the VTO team at Familiezorg Oost-Vlaanderen since January 2021. Gijsel's expertise encompasses individual and team coaching, intervision facilitation, and training in areas such as connecting communication and coaching leadership. Additionally, Gijsel has experience as a lecturer in communication and working in the care sector at the Opleidingscentrum Familiezorg O-VL, preparing future caregivers with essential skills and knowledge. Prior roles include Zorggroepmanager at AZ Alma, where responsibility involved overseeing quality and continuity of care processes, and leadership positions at CM Midden-Vlaanderen focusing on strategic objectives and care coordination. Gijsel's educational background includes a Licentiate in Medical-Social Sciences from Ghent University and a graduate degree in Social Nursing. Continuing professional development includes training in connecting communication and solution-focused coaching.