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Elbens Marcos Minoreli de Azevedo

Elbens Marcos Minoreli de Azevedo

Bodywork Therapist
Vancouver,BC

Summary

Compassionate and skilled health and wellness professional with over a decade of multidisciplinary experience, including bodywork therapy, health education, and support for individuals with physical, emotional, and cognitive challenges. Strong background in community health, clinical environments, and holistic care. Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively in multicultural teams. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Bodywork Therapist

bodywork/massage:

  • Deep Tissue Massage
  • Swedish Massage
  • Shiatsu
  • Client Communication
  • Hydrotherapy Techniques
  • Knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology
  • Time Management
  • Pregnancy Massage
  • Hot stones
  • Sport Massage

Adult Support Worker

Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion (BACI)
10.2023 - 05.2024
  • Supported clients with physical and cognitive disabilities in homes, community houses, and the Christine Sinclair Community Centre
  • Assisted with daily living tasks, hygiene, feeding, grooming, and community integration
  • Applied inclusive care practices tailored to individuals with Alzheimer’s, Cerebral Palsy, Autism, and Dementia

Collection Assistant

LifeLabs, Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Conducted front-line COVID-19 testing and provided customer service to international travelers
  • Managed intake, resolved client issues, and followed strict health and safety protocols

Healthcare Assistant

Bayshore Home and Healthcare
01.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided personal care and mobility support to clients with physical and mental impairments
  • Worked collaboratively with nurses, physiotherapists, and physicians to meet client needs

COVID-19 Humanitarian Support Volunteer

Remote
04.2020 - 04.2022
  • Provided remote health support to individuals affected by COVID-19 via videoconference

Medical Office Assistant & Volunteer

Vancouver Virology Centre
10.2019 - 01.2020
  • Supported research and outreach related to HIV, HCV, and STIs
  • Collected medical data and performed blood tests at health fairs
  • Assisted vulnerable populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness or substance use disorders

Board Member

Parana State Committee on Maternal Death Assessment
01.2004 - 01.2016
  • Analyzed maternal mortality cases, including those related to violence and accidents
  • Contributed to statewide maternal health policy reviews

Education

Bodywork Therapy Diploma -

Vancouver School of Healing Arts
11.2024 - 06.2025

Internship in Naturopathic Medicine - undefined

Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
05.2024 - 06.2024

Master of Administrative Science - Global Health & Human Services Administration

Farleigh Dickinson University
01.2019 - 01.2020

Professional Reflexology Certification - undefined

KEW Training Academy Ltd.

Apitherapy Diploma - undefined

Universidad Iberoamericana de Desarrollo Humano

Fellowship in Medical Education & Research (FAIMER) - undefined

Brazil
01.2009 - 01.2010

Skills

Swedish massage

Key Qualifications

  • Bodywork Therapist, Vancouver School of Healing Arts, 06/25
  • Reflexology Certification, KEW Training Academy, UK, 2022
  • Apitherapy Diploma, Universidad Iberoamericana, Mexico, 2021
  • Former University Professor in Health Sciences, Londrina State University, Brazil
  • Experience with alternative communication systems and neurodiverse populations
  • CPR & Food Safety Certified

Timeline

Bodywork Therapy Diploma -

Vancouver School of Healing Arts
11.2024 - 06.2025

Internship in Naturopathic Medicine - undefined

Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine
05.2024 - 06.2024

Adult Support Worker

Burnaby Association for Community Inclusion (BACI)
10.2023 - 05.2024

Collection Assistant

LifeLabs, Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
10.2021 - 08.2022

Healthcare Assistant

Bayshore Home and Healthcare
01.2021 - 05.2022

COVID-19 Humanitarian Support Volunteer

Remote
04.2020 - 04.2022

Medical Office Assistant & Volunteer

Vancouver Virology Centre
10.2019 - 01.2020

Master of Administrative Science - Global Health & Human Services Administration

Farleigh Dickinson University
01.2019 - 01.2020

Fellowship in Medical Education & Research (FAIMER) - undefined

Brazil
01.2009 - 01.2010

Board Member

Parana State Committee on Maternal Death Assessment
01.2004 - 01.2016

Professional Reflexology Certification - undefined

KEW Training Academy Ltd.

Apitherapy Diploma - undefined

Universidad Iberoamericana de Desarrollo Humano

Bodywork Therapist

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