Emilee Nelson

Undergraduate student in Western Universities' Department of Psychology. A quick and enthusiastic learner who has spent an academic career in programs and clubs of great interest. These opportunities have provided valuable experience that nurtured personal passion for community service, specifically in mental health awareness. An organized and dependable candidate who manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Thrives in both self-directed and collaborative working environments, with a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. A hardworking and passionate individual with strong organizational skills eager to secure any given role successfully. Peers would describe as focused, approachable and empathetic; can be relied upon to serve this organization to the highest degree and help a team achieve company goals.

Ark Aid Street Mission, London, Ontario, 10/2022 - 02/2023

• Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
• Completed daily domestic tasks in shelters and group homes to assist people in need.

Nourish Cowichan, Mill Bay, British Columbia, 01/2020 - 05/2020

• Supported school system and single mothers with the distribution of essential food supplies
• Provided meals for those facing food insecurity within the community

Student Peer Assistance Resource Counseling Committee, Brentwood College School, Mill Bay, BC, 10/2018 - 06/2021

• Used strong interpersonal communication skills to communicate with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
• Provided support for event management tasks, resulting in smoothly executed organization of events and fundraisers
• Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
• Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates

Student Activity Council, Brentwood College School, Mill Bay, BC, 09/2019 - 06/2021

• Assisted with special events and programs.
• Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.

UWO Humanitarian Society Member, Western University, 09/2022 - Present

• Strong sense of teamwork
• Experienced profound sense of service ethic and social skills
• Discovered authentic views on social issues and the importance of community

Member of Women's Youth Leadership Program, Minerva BC, 05/2020 - Present

• Formed a deep understanding of leadership, service ethic and social skills
• Discussed authentic views on social issues and the importance of diversity

Western Women's Football Club, Western University, 01/2024 - 05/2024

• Strong recognition of teamwork

Competitive Rugby Team, Brentwood College School, 09/2018 - 06/2021

• Developed a powerful sense of discipline, perseverance, and resilience

Musical Theatre, Brentwood College School, 09/2018 - 02/2021

• Strong responsibility and leadership skills
• Experienced team-building strategies
• Developed strong oral communication skills
• Practiced organizational skills

Competitive Field Hockey Team, Brentwood College School, 09/2018 - 11/2021

Competitive Rowing Team, Brentwood College School, 09/2018 - 01/2020

Competitive Dance Team, Across the Floor Dance Studio, 09/2013 - 06/2018

• Writing - Research, Short Stories
• Mental Health Awareness
• Member of USPA, Polo Association
• Long Distance Running

• Musical Theatre Captain, 10/2020

• Minerva Leadership Development Program Certification, 06/2020

• Peer Assistance Resource Counsellor Training Certification, 07/2020

• Emergency First Aid Training Certification, Red Cross, 11/2018 - will obtain updated certification prior to work period

• Grade 12 Health Prefect, 09/2020-06/2021




• Minerva BC Candidate, 03/2021




• Musical Theatre Captain, 10/2021-06/2021




• Student Peer Assistance Resource Counselling - Selected Representative, 09/2020-06/2021