Residential Support Worker with a robust 4-year track record in client support, case management, and program oversight. Expert in analyzing client needs, optimizing support systems, and empowering clients through training in daily living skills. Proficient in managing project budgets and timelines, enhancing team performance, and cultivating strong relationships at all organizational levels.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Connective Support Society
Whitehorse, YT
04.2023 - Current
Managed program budgets and timelines, ensuring projects stayed on track and within allocated resources
Contributed to corporate strategy initiatives management across teams through accountability, communication and reporting
Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement
Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs
Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements
Planned and delivered training sessions to improve employee effectiveness and address areas of weakness
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals
Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities
Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
Residential Support Worker
Opportunities Yukon
Whitehorse, YT
10.2022 - Current
Supported clients' social, physical and emotional needs to help integrate into local community
Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs
Worked with leadership, parents and volunteers to establish clear goals and guidelines for group meetings
Analyzed data to identify opportunities for improving support levels
Supported clients in developing independent living skills such as cooking or laundry
Helped residents with activities of daily living, grooming and feeding
Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
Wildland Firefighter
YFNW
Whitehorse, YT
09.2023 - 10.2023
Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment
Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread
Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris
Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities
Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel
Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for most effective response at emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times
Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid
Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
Auto Parts Salesassociate
Canadian Tire
Whitehorse, YT
09.2021 - 07.2023
Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service
Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling
Provided accurate information about products, prices and services
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business
Scheduled shifts for fellow associates during peak traffic times
Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change
Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice
Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success
Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current
Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
Security Guard
Commissioneres
Whitehorse, YT
04.2020 - 01.2023
Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property
Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision
Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations
Surveyed multiple CCTV feeds to closely monitor important areas on grounds
Investigated reported incidents to protect company assets
Monitored access control systems and key code records for suspicious activities
Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises
Wrote reports outlining thefts, unauthorized access violations or other unusual occurrences to help support later criminal or civil actions
Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry
Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage
Reported safety hazards for remediation response
Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations
Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors
Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity
Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing
Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors
Investigated suspicious activity and reported findings to management
Enforced safety regulations and monitored access control points
Answered questions from the public regarding facility rules and regulations
Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Education
General Studies -
Yukon University
06.2022
Skills
Data Analysis
OSHA Compliance
Partnership Development
Team Development
Operations Management
Financial Leadership
Basic Life support
Certification
BSL Basic Life Support Advanced First Aid Certificate
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
YFNW
09.2023 - 10.2023
Program Manager
Connective Support Society
04.2023 - Current
Residential Support Worker
Opportunities Yukon
10.2022 - Current
Auto Parts Salesassociate
Canadian Tire
09.2021 - 07.2023
Security Guard
Commissioneres
04.2020 - 01.2023
General Studies -
Yukon University
BSL Basic Life Support Advanced First Aid Certificate
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