DENNIQUE LAVIA
North York,ON
Summary
I am a proficient and well-rounded individual looking to utilize my strong organizational skills and ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment that promotes learning and professional development. I possess excellent teamwork abilities and have experience working with diverse individuals. I am a quick learner with the flexibility to adapt to various work settings. I am motivated, organized, and adept at meeting deadlines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Project assistant for the Childhood Arrivals Support and Advocacy program (CASA)
Justice for Children and Youth
05.2022 - Current
- As a Project Assistant at the Childhood Arrivals Support and Advocacy Program at Legal Aid Clinic Justice for Children and Youth, my primary responsibility is coordinating and managing various initiatives supporting and advocating for youth with precarious or no immigration status
- These initiatives aim to bridge the gaps in accessing essential services and education
- Whether working independently or with the CASA team, my primary tasks include facilitating client communication, organizing schedules, and assisting in presentations at high schools and workshops to raise awareness about youth migration
- Additionally, I handle data entry tasks, ensuring accuracy and attention to detail, and utilize tools like Excel and Word to support program operations.
Sales associate
BSW Beauty Supply
06.2021 - 08.2022
- As a Sales Associate at a Beauty Supply Store, I provided exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting customers with their personal care needs, recommended beauty and personal care products based on their preferences, maintained a clean and organized store environment, collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals, stayed informed about the latest beauty and personal care trends, and assisted with inventory management and restocking
- This experience allowed me to develop teamwork and customer service skills while working in a fast-paced retail environment.
Manufacturing Associate
ATS Health and Beauty Care
04.2020 - 06.2021
- In this role, I worked on a production line in a beauty product packaging facility
- My primary responsibilities included inspecting and packaging beauty products, ensuring they met quality standards, and maintaining a clean and organized work environment
- I also collaborated with team members to meet production targets and deadlines
- I followed strict safety and hygiene protocols to ensure the quality and integrity of the packaged beauty products.
Manufacturing Associate
Fiera Foods
01.2017 - 06.2019
- In this role, I worked in a fast-paced environment where I was responsible for packaging baked goods for large companies like Tim Hortons and Walmart
- My primary responsibilities included working long hours to meet demanding production quotas and deadlines
- I collaborated closely with my team members to efficiently package the baked goods and ensure they were ready for distribution to these major retail chains
- This involved carefully handling and inspecting the products, maintaining an organized workspace, and following strict packaging and labeling procedures to uphold the quality standards of the companies we served
- Additionally, I played a crucial role in supporting teamwork and maintaining productivity during extended shifts to fulfill the high volume of orders.
Education
B .A., HONS. LAW AND SOCIETY (FACULTY OF LIBERAL ARTS AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES) -
YORK UNIVERSITY
01.2024
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA – GRADUATE OF LAWS PROGRAM -
WESTVIEW CENTENNIAL SECONDARY SCHOOL
01.2015
Skills
- Project Coordination
- Client Communication
- Presentation Skills
- Data Entry and Analysis
- Customer Service
- Team Collaboration
- Safety and Hygiene Adherence
- Time Management
- Research abilities
- Team Support
- Client Relationships
- Database entry
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Project assistant for the Childhood Arrivals Support and Advocacy program (CASA)
Justice for Children and Youth
05.2022 - Current
Sales associate
BSW Beauty Supply
06.2021 - 08.2022
Manufacturing Associate
ATS Health and Beauty Care
04.2020 - 06.2021
Manufacturing Associate
Fiera Foods
01.2017 - 06.2019
B .A., HONS. LAW AND SOCIETY (FACULTY OF LIBERAL ARTS AND PROFESSIONAL STUDIES) -
YORK UNIVERSITY
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA – GRADUATE OF LAWS PROGRAM -
WESTVIEW CENTENNIAL SECONDARY SCHOOL