JAMES TRISKLE
Medicine Hat,AB
Summary
I have over 25 Years of experience in the customer and human services fields. I have held positions that range from supervisor in 2 leading hotels of the world to missionary work overseas. Currently, I hold a position as a Disability Support Worker that is dedicated to providing compassionate and individualized support services. I enjoy being part of a team and working together to solve problems that require out of the box thinking.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Companion Caregiver
REDI Enterprises Society
06.2017 - Current
- Assist client with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help individual move around personal and public spaces.
- Transport individual to events, movies and shopping trips.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Disability Service Worker I and II
REDI Enterprises Society
12.2009 - Current
- Responsible for supporting individuals with developmental disabilities to achieve their volunteer and employment outcomes through community involvement.
- Conduct assessments to identify individual's skills, interests, and needs.
- Developing training and skill building programs so the individuals gain independence, meaningful employment, and positive community involvement.
- Work together with employers to ensure work environment promotes client success and that any needed job or job site modifications are put in place.
- Provide advocacy and assistance for client self-advocacy.
- Facilitate socialization and community inclusion.
- Mentor new staff
Assistant Manager
Movie Gallery
01.2004 - 01.2009
- Assisted in day to day operations of the store.
- Conducted daily cash out and ensured tills balanced each night at close.
- Interviewed potential new employees
- Worked to ensure effective conflict resolution between staff members.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels and addressed discrepancies
- Helped with planning weekly schedules and delegated tasks to meet coverage and service demands.
- Worked together with customers in situations of disagreement for a win win outcome.
Ukraine Mission, Lutheran Church Canada
Lutheran Church
01.2003 - 01.2009
- Worked together with Churches in the Ukraine to coordinate summer vacation Bible School camps for the youth in Ukraine.
- Traveled between Ukraine and Canada and acted as a liaison between the Canadian and Ukrainian team members. Duties included coordinating team schedules, planning/documenting each teams activities, and ensuring all Canadian teams members had proper documentation for overseas travel.
- Interviewed new candidates for the Ukranian Team.
- Worked with new and existing churches to develop youth group programs and worked on establishing structure within these group to promote success.
Room Service Captain
Lowery Hotel
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Developed, coached and trained team members under the Four Diamond Service Standard.
- Planned & assigned team duties on a daily basis.
- Handled guest requests/complaints with efficiency and discretion. Authorized compensation to guests when necessary.
Room Service Captain
Rimrock Resort
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Developed, coached and trained team members under the Four Diamond Service Standard.
- Created the 2 week rotation schedule and ensured that all shifts were covered appropriately.
- Planned & assigned team duties on a daily basis.
- Completed monthly inventory for Room Service, Mini Bar and Coffee Shop.
- Handled guest requests/complaints with efficiency and discretion. Authorized compensation to guests when necessary.
- Assisted in special needs or guest requests for Room Service and Coffee Shop.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monsignor McCoy High School
Medicine Hat, AB06.1997
Skills
- Case management
- Team Player
- Open minded
- Problem solver
- Interpersonal Communication
- Community Relations
- Public Speaking
- Adaptable
Certification
- Crisis Prevention Instructor Certification Program
- Supporting Sexuality in People with Developmental Disabilities
- Positive Behavior Supports Level I and Level II
- Alberta Supported Employment Consultant Training
- Mental Health First Aid Canada Course For Adults Who Interact With Youth
- TRN Job Couching Skills
- TRN Career Development
- Foundations in community Disability Studies
- STRIVE Rehabilitation/ Healthcare Program
Timeline
Companion Caregiver
REDI Enterprises Society
06.2017 - Current
Disability Service Worker I and II
REDI Enterprises Society
12.2009 - Current
Assistant Manager
Movie Gallery
01.2004 - 01.2009
Ukraine Mission, Lutheran Church Canada
Lutheran Church
01.2003 - 01.2009
Room Service Captain
Lowery Hotel
01.2002 - 01.2003
Room Service Captain
Rimrock Resort
01.1998 - 01.2002
High School Diploma -
Monsignor McCoy High School
Hobbies
Writing, Traveling, Martial Arts, 3D printing, Painting Models, Gaming (Tabletop and online) Outdoor activities hiking camping
References
Angie Isaac
REDI Enterprises Society
REDIworks Team Supervisor
403-526-5742 ext 116
a.isaac@redi.ca
Beth Pattoncollier
MS Society
Senior Coordinator, Community Fundraising MS society
587-801-3084
Beth.pattoncollier@msociety.ca
Adele Dieterle
REDI Enterprises Society
Community Access Coordinator, CAPCC Program
403-928-2534
a.dieterle@redi.ca
Custom
Writing, Traveling, Martial Arts, 3D printing, Painting Models, Gaming (Tabletop and online) Outdoor activities hiking camping
Custom
Angie Isaac
REDI Enterprises Society
REDIworks Team Supervisor
403-526-5742 ext 116
a.isaac@redi.ca
Beth Pattoncollier
MS Society
Senior Coordinator, Community Fundraising MS society
587-801-3084
Beth.pattoncollier@msociety.ca
Adele Dieterle
REDI Enterprises Society
Community Access Coordinator, CAPCC Program
403-928-2534
a.dieterle@redi.ca
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