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Jamie Newel

Summary

Embraces opportunities to navigate through new experiences Works well independently or as part of a team

Detail-oriented with strong organizational abilities

Engages in creative problem-solving

Examines existing systems for optimization to increase productivity

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer Supporter

Brave Technology Co-op
11.2023 - Current

A cooperative with global reach that develops and facilitates overdose detection tools that activate life-saving community response.

Skills: Active listening, cultural sensitivity, resource navigation, confidentiality, adaptability, self-care to promote personal resiliency

Responsibilities:

Provide multi-tiered support to individuals through a virtual safe(r) consumption site, proactively deploying emergency plans when needed

Conduct risk assessments, ensuring emergency preparedness

Creation of safety plans unique to each individual and situational circumstances

Educate on harm reduction strategies to prevent overdose

Laser Technician, Laser Safety Officer

Eternity Laser & Skin Care Inc.
07.2020 - Current

A comprehensive skincare and laser hair removal clinic serving the lower mainland since 2011.

Skills: Safe and effective operation of lasers and systems including Alma Soprano ICE, Alma ClearLift, Hydrafacial MD, JetPeel Pro

Responsibilities:

Achieving a balance between client goals whilst managing expectations

Cultivate a safe space for clients based on individual needs and sensitivities

Ensure laser safety standards are met within the clinic and among staff


Mobile Bartender

Perfect Party Services
03.2019 - 01.2020

A mobile bartending company serving banquet halls, corporate events, and home gatherings for over twenty years.

Skills: Constant monitoring of stock and inventory, dexterity and multitasking, rapid

use of personal resourcefulness, attention to detail and customer needs, regulatory compliance

Responsibilities:

Utilize available resources to build a working bar in any given space

Maintain a competently running bar despite customer demand on solo shift

Meet client's desires and adhere to designated liquor permits per event

Bar Manager

Bacio Rosso
08.2018 - 03.2019

A unique dinner and entertainment experience, offering a blend of cabaret, cirque, and fine dining simultaneously.

Skills: Part of the founding team, employee management, system development and implementation, operations management, leadership, training of staff

Responsibilities:

Configure bar team through employee selection and position matching

Create an effective system for bottle service timed with performance

Work with the sales team to ensure VIP service for large groups

Use of Touch Bistro Point of Sales Software at a management level

Customer Service Representative

Unipac Packaging Products Ltd.
04.2018 - 09.2018

A leading international distributor providing packaging, ingredients, and various other

products to the food and beverage industry since 1978.

Skills: Team communication, building customer-employee relations, office organization, prioritizing workload, and time management

Responsibilities:

Process orders using Syspro computer program from start to finish

Converse with customers over various mediums to identify and meet needs

Increase office organization and efficiency by implementing routines

Support Worker

Ishtar Women's Resource Society
01.2017 - 01.2018

The oldest transitional housing organization in BC; providing services, support, and shelter to women and children at risk of, and following, violence, abuse, and trafficking since 1973.

Skills: Crisis intervention, critical problem-solving and decision making, relationship building, maintaining composure in situations of distress

Responsibilities:

Support women in achieving their self-determined goals

Provide emotional support, accompaniment, transport, referrals, advocacy, and resources for women, children, and youth

Consult community agencies to maintain current information on resources

Education

Diploma - Medical Laser Technics

Body Bar Academy
Surrey, BC
06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Victoria
Victoria, BC
10.2017

Volunteer Experience

Supporter, 2023-01-01, Present, Brave Technology Co-op, Remote/Vancouver, BC

Certification

  • Brave Supporter Training, Brave Technology Co-Op 2023
  • Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1, Prosafe Training 2023
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention, Crisis Prevention Institute 2018
  • Ishtar Volunteer Training, Ishtar Transition Housing Society 2018
  • Mental Health, Addiction, and Trauma, Shelter Net BC 2018
  • Psychedelic Harm Reduction Training, MAPS 2017
  • Class 5 Driver's License, BC

Timeline

Volunteer Supporter

Brave Technology Co-op
11.2023 - Current

Laser Technician, Laser Safety Officer

Eternity Laser & Skin Care Inc.
07.2020 - Current

Mobile Bartender

Perfect Party Services
03.2019 - 01.2020

Bar Manager

Bacio Rosso
08.2018 - 03.2019

Customer Service Representative

Unipac Packaging Products Ltd.
04.2018 - 09.2018

Support Worker

Ishtar Women's Resource Society
01.2017 - 01.2018

Diploma - Medical Laser Technics

Body Bar Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Victoria
Jamie Newel