ASHLEY OKEKE
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Undergraduate student with a background in hospitality and childhood development. Demonstrates strong teamwork skills and a commitment to supporting supervisors and colleagues in achieving objectives. Eager to leverage enthusiasm and adaptability in practical settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Children's Cottage Society
Calgary, Alberta
09.2025 - Current
- Assists children with feeding and supporting their nutrition needs
- Engage children in play-based and recreational activities to encourage social and emotional development
- Support children in developing personal care skills such as handwashing and tidying the play room
Summer Camp Leader
Mount Royal University
Calgary, Alberta
07.2024 - 08.2025
- Built relationships with campers through positive interactions and encouragement
- Facilitated conflict resolution between campers when needed
- Assisted children with autism in building communication, social, and self-help skills
- Reported incidents and accidents to supervisors and completed necessary paperwork
Recreational Therapy Assistant
Brentwood Intercare Care Centre
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Organized and assisted in recreation programs for residents
- Provided one-to-one interactions with residents, such as drawing sessions and conversational walks
- Portered residents to and from activities, meals, and programs
- Assisted at meal times to service and feed residents
- Assisted on resident outings and outdoor games
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Calgary
Calgary05-2028
High School Graduate -
Ernest Manning High School
Calgary, AB06.2024
Skills
- Child development
- Team collaboration
- Empathy and patience
- Conflict resolution
- Positive attitude
- Activity planning
- First aid and CPR
- Recreational activities
Awards
- Honour Roll Student, Ernest Manning High School, 05/23, Awarded for maintaining an average of at least 90% for the entire school year
- Scholar Pin Recipient, Webber Academy, 06/22, Awarded for maintaining an average of at least 90% for the entire school year
- Athlete of the Year, Webber Academy, 06/20, Awarded for exceptional athletic ability and teamwork in multiple sports
Activities
- Basketball Player, Supreme Hoops Canada Basketball, 09/21, 07/23
- Basketball Player, Ernest Manning Senior Girls Basketball, 11/22, 03/24
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Volunteer
Children's Cottage Society
09.2025 - Current
Summer Camp Leader
Mount Royal University
07.2024 - 08.2025
Recreational Therapy Assistant
Brentwood Intercare Care Centre
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Calgary
High School Graduate -
Ernest Manning High School