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Overview
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Volunteer Experience
Certification
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Bree Brooks

St Catharines,Ontario

Summary

Recent college graduate and aspiring Child and Youth Practitioner with a strong passion for supporting young individuals. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree at Toronto Metropolitan University and aiming to further my career in the youth mental health sector through a future graduate degree in social work.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Motivator (Sales/Customer Service)

GoodLife Fitness
07.2021 - Current
  • Cultivated a welcoming, safe, and clean fitness environment for member success.
  • Professionally addressed member feedback, demonstrating core competencies
  • Promoted and sold club memberships and services with deep knowledge.
  • Maintained timely phone responses and appointment scheduling.

Placement - Rotary House Live-in Treatment

Pathstone Mental Health
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conceptualized and executed Life Skills programming for clients (ages 13-17), promoting personal development and growth
  • Engaged in afternoon circle therapeutic programming, fostering client growth and well-being through active participation
  • Collaborated in client intake meetings, doctor appointments, and safety plan development, contributing to comprehensive and effective support strategies
  • Utilized the LITS dollars system to incentivize and recognize positive client engagement and interactions.

Placement - YESS and Recipe for Success

John Howard Society of Niagara
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Efficiently managed client calls and inquiries, scheduled appointments, and maintained a streamlined communication system
  • Administered CATS online program, ensuring accurate client data tracking
  • Designed and led workshops, bolstering employability skills among youth (ages 15-31)
  • Implemented a systematic paperwork organization for cohorts, ensuring proper filing of signatures and documents.

March Break Camp Counsellor

YMCA of Niagara
03.2022 - 03.2022
  • Orchestrated and supervised group activities to foster physical, social, and emotional growth, including crafts, games, and end-of-day bead ceremonies
  • Expertly managed and resolved behavioral issues among campers, maintaining a harmonious camp environment
  • Maintained meticulous records, including incident reports and daily attendance records.

Placement - Youth Action

YMCA of Niagara
09.2021 - 12.2021
  • Spearheaded recreational activities and games for the youth drop-in program (ages 10-14), ensuring a safe and enjoyable environment
  • Delivered clear instructions, prioritizing both fun and safety for participants
  • Welcomed new arrivals, acquainting them with peers, program rules, and encouraging active participation
  • Nurtured relationships with youth, serving as a positive role model.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Child and Youth Care

Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON
04.2025

3-Year Advanced Diploma - Child and Youth Care

Niagara College
Welland, ON
08.2023

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Calm Under Pressure
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Recordkeeping
  • File Management
  • Program Development
  • Professional Telephone Demeanor
  • Problem-Solving Abilities

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of the NC Grad Success Story Award.

Volunteer Experience

Strengthening Families, John Howard Society of Niagara, Welland, Ontario, 2022, 


  • Supervised and guided recreational activities for youth (ages 5-17) based on the Strengthening Families manual.
  • Introduced program rules, encouraged participation, and provided positive mentorship.
  • Facilitated family dinners, fostering a sense of community among youth and their families.
  • Concluded each session with thorough feedback, contributing to program enhancements.

Certification

  • Standard First Aid - CPR C - AED, St. John Ambulance, 2025-03-02
  • Police Vulnerable Sector Check, Niagara Regional Police, expired 2023-09-10 (resubmitted for Employment 2023-10-20)
  • Brain Story Certification, Alberta Family Wellness Initiative
  • Safe Food Handling, 2028-10-21

Timeline

Placement - Rotary House Live-in Treatment

Pathstone Mental Health
05.2023 - 08.2023

Placement - YESS and Recipe for Success

John Howard Society of Niagara
09.2022 - 12.2022

March Break Camp Counsellor

YMCA of Niagara
03.2022 - 03.2022

Placement - Youth Action

YMCA of Niagara
09.2021 - 12.2021

Motivator (Sales/Customer Service)

GoodLife Fitness
07.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Child and Youth Care

Toronto Metropolitan University

3-Year Advanced Diploma - Child and Youth Care

Niagara College

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