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Gagandeep Kaur

Newmarket,ON

Summary

Recreational Leader with extensive experience in event creation and management. Skilled in budget oversight, safety protocols, and administrative tasks. Proven track record in developing engaging community programs and enhancing participant experiences. Strong communication and teamwork abilities ensure successful collaboration and program delivery.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Member

Tim Hortons
Newmarket, ON
06.2024 - Current
  • Accurately operated cash register, ensuring precise customer transactions.
  • Monitored expiration dates on food items to guarantee freshness and minimize waste.
  • Consistently adhered to food safety protocols, maintaining high hygiene standards.
  • Assisted team members in stocking supplies and managing inventory effectively.
  • Created detailed reports to outline project progress and results.
  • Collaborated with human resources to enhance employee management strategies.
  • Utilized document management system to maintain organized and accessible company files.

Recreational Aide

One Kenton Place (Retirement Home)
North York, ON
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Monitored resident participation and encouraged engagement during recreational activities.
  • Responded swiftly to emergencies, adhering to established protocols.
  • Provided constructive feedback on participant performance to enhance skill development.
  • Designed team-building activities to foster social interaction among participants.
  • Collaborated with staff to generate innovative recreational programming ideas.
  • Planned, organized, and led recreational activities for patrons of all ages.
  • Communicated progress updates regularly with clients regarding their recreational involvement.
  • Maintained accurate records of program attendance and participation levels.

Education

Diploma - Social Service Worker - Gerontology

St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Brampton, ON
10-2025

Skills

  • Client communication
  • Emergency response
  • Team building
  • Recreational programming
  • Report creation
  • Adaptive programming
  • Activity coordination
  • Event management
  • Equipment setup
  • Problem-solving
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Task prioritization
  • Positive discipline
  • Scheduling and coordination
  • Routine inspections
  • Health and wellness promotion
  • Multitasking skills
  • Social media management

Certification

  • CPR & First Aide
  • Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC)
  • Medical Clearance
  • C19

Affiliations

Recreation Assistant Experience – Key Activities

  • Designed and facilitated therapeutic recreation programs tailored to resident abilities, including:
    Active Residents: balloon toss, puzzles, sorting games, tic-tac-toe, music therapy, painting, and colouring to promote physical activity, cognitive stimulation, and creativity.
    Declined Residents: reading, magazines, picture books, doll therapy, cat therapy, and serenity programs (hand massages, calm music) to encourage relaxation, sensory stimulation, and emotional comfort.
  • Adapted activities to support residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.
  • Fostered a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment that enhanced quality of life and social connection.

Availability

Full-time (Monday to Saturday, open availability)

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Recreational Aide

One Kenton Place (Retirement Home)
05.2025 - 08.2025

Team Member

Tim Hortons
06.2024 - Current

Diploma - Social Service Worker - Gerontology

St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology

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