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Chelsey Williamson

Williams Lake

Summary

My objective is to get different work experiences, push myself to the best of my abilites, as well as contribute to the community. I want to help people reach their full potential.

Professional Youth Development Specialist with strong record of fostering positive growth and resilience in young individuals. Adept at creating and implementing programs that support emotional, social, and educational development. Strong focus on teamwork, flexibility, and achieving impactful results. Skilled in conflict resolution, mentoring, and community engagement, with reliable and adaptable approach to changing needs.

Experienced with classroom support and student engagement. Utilizes effective techniques to assist with educational activities and foster positive learning environment. Track record of adapting to classroom dynamics and supporting both educators and students.

Work History

Youth Worker

Boys and Girls Club (BGC) Williams Lake
02.2025 - Current
  • Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
  • Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
  • Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
  • Promoted positive peer interactions by facilitating group activities and modeling respectful communication techniques.

Educational Assistant

School District 27
09.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with special education staff.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decisionmaking.
  • Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques and clear expectations for behavior.
  • Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instructional strategies tailored to individual learning needs.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive learning environment by addressing instances of bullying or discrimination promptly and effectively.
  • Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.

Education Assistant

School District 59 Peace River South
04.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provided individualized support for students, addressing their unique academic needs and helping them reach their full potential.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Supported teachers in maintaining a safe learning environment by monitoring student behavior during class transitions and extracurricular activities.
  • Engaged students in learning through effective classroom management techniques that promoted active participation and collaboration.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Supervised students in common areas such as cafeteria, library, and playground.
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Facilitated small group instruction within an inclusive classroom setting, ensuring each learner received personalized attention and support as needed.
  • Improved classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and clear expectations.

Youth Programs Coordinator

Tansi Friendship Centre Society
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • As a Youth Programs Coordinator I have learned how to run enter data, do reports, I've learned how to do CIR's.
  • I have learned many things in this position, I work with 8-12 year olds both Indigenous and Non-Indigenous, most children to come to youth group are very troubled and need someone in their lives that they can trust and rely on to teach them right from wrong, to teach them how to properly communicate and that is where I come in.
  • I teach them many skills that they need in order to live in the world.
  • I make calendars monthly filled with many different activities such as: Cultural- Drumming and singing, Cree Writing, Medicine wheel, and seven sacred teachings.
  • Arts and crafts- Painting, along with any crafts that can help the youth to express themselves.
  • Outdoor activities- Swimming, Skating, Walks, Sports, Picnics.
  • There are many things that youth need help with, whether that be talking or expressing feelings in whichever way.
  • I help them do that in healthy ways and teach them healthy ways to cope and communicate.
  • Oversaw daily logistics such as scheduling, supplies management, and room set-up to ensure smooth program operation.
  • Championed positive youth development by emphasizing the importance of goal-setting, self-reflection, and personal responsibility.
  • Organized special events and activities to boost youth engagement and improve lives of at-risk children.
  • Managed budget allocations responsibly, ensuring optimal usage of funds for maximum impact on program outcomes.

Complex Care Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Child Care Worker, Life Skills Worker, Group Activity Leader

Pivot Point Family Growth Center
10.2020 - 03.2023
  • As a Complex Care Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Child Care Worker, Group Activity Leader, and Life Skills Worker I work with at risk teens and children who have different kinds of disabilities, I help them reach goals, I help in addictions, and help them learn important life skills needed to transition them into adulthood.
  • I also monitor behaviors and use data sheets to log behaviors, and feelings that they may have.
  • I help with finding solutions to any problems they may have a hard time with, and communicate with them through everything, I build trust and connect with each client in different ways, and tend to any needs they may have.
  • I set up and take them to doctors appointments if needed, take them to do fun activities and teach them skills they need to get through life without frustration.
  • I much enjoy helping people who have disabilities or may be at risk.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
  • Provided transportation services for medical appointments and social activities, ensuring punctuality and safety at all times.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and quality of life.

Bus Person, Dishwasher, Server

Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa
09.2017 - 10.2020
  • As a bus person I clean tables and set them, as well as I take dishes back to the kitchen and run the buffet.
  • Dishwashing, I clean the dishes and parts of the kitchen and the cooking appliances.
  • When serving I take peoples orders and bring them food and drinks.
  • Optimized table turnover rates by swiftly removing used dishware, wiping down surfaces, and setting up for new guests.
  • Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by consistently demonstrating professionalism and teamwork.

Room Attendant

Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa
02.2017 - 09.2017
  • Cleaning rooms after guests would stay in them, cleaning bathrooms, making beds, and cleaning the floors.
  • Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
  • Achieved time management goals by following designated schedules and completing assigned tasks within allotted time frames.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by providing thorough and timely room cleaning services.

Education

SOCIAL SERVICE WORKER DIPLOMA -

VANCOUVER CAREER COLLEGE-SEABIRD ISLAND CAMPUS
Seabird Island
06.2019

DIPLOMA -

AGASSIZ SECONDARY SCHOOL
06.2017

Youth Specialist Diploma -

Vancouver Career College
Seabird Island
06-2019

Skills

  • Leadership skills
  • Communication
  • Safe environment
  • Trust-worthy
  • Task management
  • Hard worker
  • Helpful
  • Fast learner
  • Youth supervision
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Social skill development
  • Emotional support

Activities

  • Fishing
  • Outdoor activities
  • Long drives and adventures
  • Family-oriented
  • Being around friends and children
  • Learning new things
  • Arts and crafts
  • Baking

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working

Certification

First Aid & CPR/AED level A- Basic

Child Care First Aid & CPR/AED Level B

Prevent It- Little Warriors Certificate

Bear Awareness Certificate

FOIPPA Foundations Certificate

Responsible Adult Certificate

FoodSafe Level 1

Gender & sexual Diversity in Youth Certificate

Mental Health Concerns in Youth & Children Certificate

Regulation Strategies for Children & Youth in Crisis Certificate

Resilience in Children- Understanding Attachment Certificate

FASD Strategies & Support Certificate

FASD Overview and Understanding Certificate

ADHD Understanding Certificate

Addictions and Youth Substances, Technology Certificate

Anxiety in Youth and Children Intervention Strategies Certificate

Healing Childhood Trauma Certificate

Family Violence Awareness and Support Certificate

Adolescent Brain Development Myths & Truths Certificate

Bullying Responding for Prevention Certificate

Autism Developing an Understanding Certificate

Autism Strategies for Self- Regulation Certificate

Challenging Behaviors in Youth Strategies for Intervention Certificate





Timeline

Youth Worker

Boys and Girls Club (BGC) Williams Lake
02.2025 - Current

Educational Assistant

School District 27
09.2024 - Current

Education Assistant

School District 59 Peace River South
04.2024 - 06.2024

Youth Programs Coordinator

Tansi Friendship Centre Society
04.2023 - 04.2024

Complex Care Worker, Behavior Interventionist, Child Care Worker, Life Skills Worker, Group Activity Leader

Pivot Point Family Growth Center
10.2020 - 03.2023

Bus Person, Dishwasher, Server

Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa
09.2017 - 10.2020

Room Attendant

Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa
02.2017 - 09.2017

SOCIAL SERVICE WORKER DIPLOMA -

VANCOUVER CAREER COLLEGE-SEABIRD ISLAND CAMPUS

DIPLOMA -

AGASSIZ SECONDARY SCHOOL

Youth Specialist Diploma -

Vancouver Career College

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