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Tania Gill

Surrey,BC

Summary

Dedicated job seeker with a reputation for meeting company needs consistently and efficiently. A skillful problem solver who is capable of working under pressure while adapting to new situations and challenges in order to maintain the organization's brand.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Interventionist

Kismit Learning Centre
Surrey, British Columbia
07.2024 - Current
  • Developed and implemented behavior plans to promote positive behaviors in clients.
  • Provided guidance and support to students with challenging behaviors in various settings.
  • Collaborated with school staff, parents, and community stakeholders to create a safe learning environment for everyone

Project and Marketing Coordinator Intern

Engaged Communities Canada Society
Surrey, BC
04.2024 - 08.2024

Internship, i was hired to work on a platform called REACT that's main goal is to help combat the opioid overdose crisis in the lower mainland by providing resources and knowledge to various minority groups

  • Managed relationships with external vendors to ensure successful completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Organized events such as conferences, trade shows, seminars, and webinars.
  • Monitored market trends to identify opportunities for product development or improvement.
  • Developed and implemented marketing plans and strategies to boost company visibility.

Staffing Specialist

Embers Staffing Solutions
Surrey, BC
07.2020 - 04.2024

I worked as a staffing specialist at a non-profit that provided marginalized people various job opportunities in the construction and warehouse Industry. This role required me to take mental health courses where i learned how to diffuse situations so they didn't turn hostile.

  • Day to day duties ranged from filing work safe claims, to receptionist duties including recruitment, training new employees, expense reports, answering phones and performance management.
  • Provided support throughout the entire recruitment cycle from initial screening through offer acceptance stages.
  • Supervised, coached, and mentored recruiters to achieve individual and school recruitment targets.
  • Built relationships with external vendors such as headhunters or recruiting agencies for specialized roles when needed.
  • Addressed harassment allegations, work complaints or other employee concerns.
  • Collaborated with department managers to develop effective recruiting plans for new openings.

Volunteer Serving Food to the Less Fortunate

Guru Nanak Free Kitchen
Vancouver, BC
09.2015 - Current

By creating a positive space where people feel valued, are able to grab a hot meal, a warm blanket and sometimes just a meaningful interaction or conversation goes a long way to building a better community. My duties included

  • Identifying opportunities for improvement in existing procedures or processes.
  • Facilitated day-to-day operations that help provide well-stocked and hygienic food to serve
  • Engaged in crisis intervention procedures to prevent or facilitate hospitalization by using de-escalation techniques
  • Assisted with new volunteer recruitment, orientation and training.

Volunteer Activities Coordinator

Hannah and Amelia Angels Foundation
Surrey, BC
08.2022 - 03.2024
  • Planned special events such as fundraisers, community service initiatives.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies required for volunteer activities.
  • Collaborated with other organizations in order to coordinate joint efforts in providing services or programs that involve volunteering.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities relevant to Volunteer Activities Coordination.
  • Planned, organized or led exercise routines, athletic events or arts and crafts.

Footwear Associate

Sportchek
Guildford, BC
06.2019 - 09.2020
  • Followed company standards for merchandise presentation and planograms of best apparel and displays.
  • Remained knowledgeable of current promotions, policies regarding payment and exchanges and security practices.
  • Presented different categories of shoes and shoe care products and explained features, benefits, and technical specs to generate sales.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations of store.
  • Adhered to all company policies regarding returns, exchanges, refunds.
  • Provided excellent customer service by anticipating customer needs and responding promptly to inquiries.

Informational Advisor

Mayoral Campaign
Newton, BC
07.2018 - 10.2018
  • Recruited volunteers for campaign activities, such as phone banking and canvassing.
  • Monitored political news coverage related to the election cycle to stay informed of developments.
  • Provided administrative assistance in maintaining records of donations received during fundraising drives.
  • Provided support to the campaign manager in coordinating voter outreach efforts.
  • Established or maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community, consumer or public interest groups.
  • Responded to requests for information from media or designated spokesperson or information source.
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts by contacting donors and organizing events.
  • Developed relationships with local organizations that could serve as strategic partners for upcoming initiatives.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC
12-2024

Skills

  • Public Speaking
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Communication
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Supervision and Leadership
  • Attention to Detail
  • Fluent in Punjabi

Certification

  • First aid level 3 certified
  • CARE : Mental health levels 1,2,3 certified
  • Principles of health and safety certified
  • Naloxone training certified through St. Paul's Foundation
  • principles of injury management certified
  • Intro to construction (fall pro,ladder safety, WHMIS, lockout, heat stress certificates)

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Punjabi
Professional
French
Limited

Affiliations

  • Executive club engagement member of the Punjabi Student Association at Simon Fraser University

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Behavior Interventionist

Kismit Learning Centre
07.2024 - Current

Project and Marketing Coordinator Intern

Engaged Communities Canada Society
04.2024 - 08.2024

Volunteer Activities Coordinator

Hannah and Amelia Angels Foundation
08.2022 - 03.2024

Staffing Specialist

Embers Staffing Solutions
07.2020 - 04.2024

Footwear Associate

Sportchek
06.2019 - 09.2020

Informational Advisor

Mayoral Campaign
07.2018 - 10.2018

Volunteer Serving Food to the Less Fortunate

Guru Nanak Free Kitchen
09.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Simon Fraser University
Tania Gill