Hannah Woestenenk
Midland,Canada
Summary
Energetic Recreation Officer, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in program development and team leadership to create impactful recreational opportunities while implementing programs that are physical, social, cultural, and educational to reduce recidivism and address root causes to reintegrate offenders back into society. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to seamlessly manage diverse groups, and foster inclusive environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Officer
Central North Correctional Centre
Penetanguishene, Ontario
11.2024 - Current
- Designed and led activities in crafts, music and sports.
- Provided guidance and instruction to program participants on proper use of facilities and equipment.
- Managed inventory of supplies used during recreational programming sessions.
- Facilitated a variety of recreational programs involving physical, social, cultural, and educational purposes for offenders.
- Ensured safety and control while implementing group activities.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Routine searches of the gym and other areas are being facilitated to make sure the area is safe to be in.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Facilitated educational programs designed to help reduce recidivism rates among offenders.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked with diverse groups to ensure that everyone was included.
- Supervised offenders during their recreation time in the gym or classrooms.
- Worked in the Behavior Specialization Unit, completing meaningful social interactions with offenders.
- Used verbal techniques to diffuse high-stress situations.
Youth Services Officer
Cecil Facer Youth Centre
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
05.2022 - 11.2024
- Developed and implemented activities that promote positive behavior in youth.
- Provided individual counseling sessions for at-risk adolescents.
- Conducted assessments to identify social, emotional, and behavioral needs of youth.
- Worked on case management files upon the youth's release.
- Escorted youth to court or appointments.
- Guided youth on court legislation and explained court document paperwork.
- Experienced in occurrence reports, accident and injury reports, and behavior reports.
- Understanding how to remain calm in high-stress situations, and come up with solutions, and problem-solve quickly.
- Verbally diffuse young people during high-stress emotions.
- I'm able to take orders and direction from superior staff, as required.
- Extensive knowledge in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Working closely with Indigenous peoples and having an understanding of their culture.
- I completed a Recreation Officer contract position for six months.
- Complete thorough searches.
- Created an environment conducive to learning through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Prepared young people for self-management and decision-making responsibilities.
- Collaborated with other professionals on case management plans for young people.
- Maintained order in young people by monitoring inmate behaviour and intervening when necessary.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Conducted headcounts to ensure that all young people were accounted for.
- Maintained detailed logs of inmate behavior, incidents, and daily activities.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by a young person while under supervision.
Wait Staff Member
1890 Resturant
Gore Bay, Ontario
05.2019 - 09.2022
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
- Collected dirty dishes and glasses from tables or counters, preparing areas for next diners.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Took reservations and to-go orders to streamline process for both customer and restaurant.
- Served food and beverages to patrons and immediately remedied issues with orders.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized under pressure.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift by wiping down surfaces, emptying garbage cans.
- Prepared tables by setting up linens, silverware and glassware.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Implemented sanitary food handling, holding and service protocols.
- Processed payments accurately using cash registers or point-of-sale systems.
Daycare Teacher
Gore Bay Child Care Centre
Gore Bay, Ontario
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Created a positive, nurturing environment for young students.
- Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play, and learning and developmental activities.
- Provided guidance on social development issues such as sharing, following directions.
- Communicated with children's parents and guardians about daily activities, behaviors and problems.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Guided children in developing essential life skills, such as independence and problem-solving.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Managed record keeping duties such as attendance records and daily reports of individual child activities.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to maintain a disciplined and nurturing classroom environment.
- Maintained accurate records of children's attendance, progress, and health concerns.
- Created and maintained a clean, organized, and stimulating environment conducive to learning.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Supported children's emotional and social development by adapting communication tactics for differing client needs.
- Ensured safety of all children by monitoring playground equipment use.
- Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Fostered open and effective communication with parents regarding their children's development and daily activities.
Education
College Diploma - Mental Health And Addictions
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Greater Sudbury, None04-2022
College Diploma - Police Foundations
Fleming College
Peterborough, ON04-2021
High School Diploma -
Manitoulin Secondary School
M'Chigeeng06-2015
Skills
- Recreational programming
- Activity planning
- Inventory management
- Safety management
- Group facilitation
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Crisis intervention
- Recreation therapy
- Program development
- First aid and CPR
- Written communication
- Communication skills
- Reliability
- Youth engagement
- Relationship building
- Cultural sensitivity
- Equipment maintenance
- Adaptable teaching
Certification
- Use of Force and Handcuffing Certificate
- Vector Solutions Fire Training
Affiliations
- Volunteer at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 514
- Volunteer on the Gore Bay Fire Department
Timeline
Recreation Officer
Central North Correctional Centre
11.2024 - Current
Youth Services Officer
Cecil Facer Youth Centre
05.2022 - 11.2024
Daycare Teacher
Gore Bay Child Care Centre
12.2020 - 04.2022
Wait Staff Member
1890 Resturant
05.2019 - 09.2022
College Diploma - Mental Health And Addictions
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
College Diploma - Police Foundations
Fleming College
High School Diploma -
Manitoulin Secondary School
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