Jessica France
Lakefield,Ontario
Summary
Committed volunteer firefighter with experience in emergency response, fire control, and public safety education. Strengths include quick decision-making under pressure, solutions focused, mentally sharp with physical stamina, and teamwork skills which focuses on clear communication. Have contributed to safer communities through effective life-saving efforts with a willingness to do what it takes under a safe scope.
Highly self-motivated and disciplined, with integrity and passion at the core of my responsibilities to work hard in a team dynamic.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
North Kawartha Fire Department
Woodview, Ontario, Ontario
04.2024 - Current
- Assist in the operation of fire suppression equipment, with weekly firehall duties and training, as needed
- Inspect and maintain firefighting gear with the utmost care and integrity for safety of all first responders, following leadership guidance
- Attend ongoing training/drills and community events with eagerness to learn and thrive in a team environment
- Efficiently support emergency situations by responding to calls, utilizing critical thinking abilities, and adhering to safety protocols under
- Ensured safety by responding efficiently in emergency situations using my quick thinking skills alongside other professionals working together towards the best outcome.
- Hand high risk situations with a sense of calm and careful thought
- Ensure organized workspace and clear communication with peers for healthy envrionment
- Work collaboratively with my team members to best serve the public, and with great passion through purpose to serve at my highest ability
- Mentored and trained new firefighters and supervised them during emergency responses.
Owner/Founder of Primal Beeauty
Self-Employed
Lakefield, Ontario
08.2016 - Current
- Utilized ancestral techniques for Primal Health Coaching by incorporating dietary changes, movement strategies, circadian rhythm optimization, and environmental awareness.
- Lab testing and review work for personalized health/conditions to find a root cause of misalignment
- Focused on enhancing metabolic health, optimizing hormone levels, and promoting longevity.
- Developed a successful skincare line, called Primal Beeauty, which is now being sold in Canada and the US.
Functional Nutritionist & Primal Health Coach
Self-Employed
Lakefield, Ontario
02.2015 - Current
- Develop and implement ancestral-focused nutrition plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Assess client lifestyle habits, dietary intake, and daily habits in order to develop personalized health plans from the root and up, ensuring we look at subconscious programming and how to create lasting change/success in all areas of health.
- Create educational materials and collaborate with other health practitioners.
- Coach individuals regarding nutrition-related issues, such as weight loss, gain, chronic diseases, autoimmune disorders, allergies, metabolic health/insulin resistance, eating disorders, infertility, PCOS, and cancer.
- Implement dense meal plans that are culturally appropriate for each client's individual needs.
- Educate families about the importance of balanced nutrition during pregnancy and early childhood development, including no/low-tox solutions for the home
- Organize and facilitate group discussions about nutrition topics at community events, teach workshops and collaborate with local like minded businesses for wellness offerings.
Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor
Self-Employed
Lakefield, Ontario
09.2011 - 03.2020
- Organized group classes for small groups or large groups depending on client's preferences.
- Created personal training experiences for clients.
- Studied multiple programs to provide health education, wellness and fitness program development to clients.
- Led, instructed and motivated individuals during cardiovascular exercise, strength training and stretching activities.
- Built and established relationships with members and guests to help in pursuit of fitness goals.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Offered clients educational information and materials to help with preventive care, nutrition, body mechanics, fitness, stress management and ergonomics.
- Built and established lasting relationships using encouragement and personal support.
- Created inviting fitness spaces that welcomed and included people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
- Instructed group classes in a variety of disciplines such as yoga, Pilates, aerobics, strength training and kickboxing.
- Organized special events such as charity runs or marathons to promote the gym's services within the community.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained in accordance with safety protocols.
- Provided first aid and emergency support in the event of injuries during training sessions.
Personal Support Worker
Fairhaven
Peterborough, Ontario
08.2008 - 12.2010
- Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, hygiene, feeding and dietary support, changing bed linens and helping to maintain quality life skills
- Provided companionship to isolated or lonely clients by engaging in conversation and accompanying them on outings.
- Recorded vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop care plans for individual patients.
- Educated families about the patient's condition and provided support during difficult times.
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
- Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
- Assessed physical condition of patients and identified health problems requiring further medical intervention.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving clients' safety or well-being.
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers regarding the status of each client's health.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies are available for providing quality patient care.
- Organized paperwork related to patient treatments and maintained accurate records.
Education
SHERPA Cold Therapy & Breathwork
Texas, US01-2022
Subconscious Mind Reprogramming
PSYCH-K® Centre International
Toronto09-2019
BCHN - Holistic Nutrition
Alive Academy
British Columbia01-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Personal Support Worker
Trillium College
Peterborough, ONPractical Nursing
Fleming College
Peterborough, ONSkills
- Fire prevention
- Medical Assistance
- Basic Life Support Training
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Public Education
- Physical Fitness
- Rescue equipment proficiency
- Medical Response
- Apparatus maintenance
- Weather condition assessment
- Semi-annual drills
Certification
- Functional Labs Specialist (lab work/blood and stool tests)- Martha Samuel Schooling
- CanFit Pro Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer, Stott Pilates Barre Certificaiton,200 YYT Yoga Teacher- Living in the Self School
- Skin Foundations- Jem Academy
Affiliations
- Fellow Nature adventurist, exploring various provincial parks all year round for exploration, fitness and adventures with my children
- Regular gym goer focusing on dynamic full-body routines for greater strength, mobility and endurance
- I love my volunteer work as a Fire Fighter in training, school volunteer work for Warsaw PS, and working. working out.
References
- Luke Shewan, Captain of Kawartha Lakes Fire Department 705-875-2780
- Chief Ryan Lye, North Kawartha Fire Department 705-872-8033
- Jason Jarvis, Fire Fighter NKFD 705-905-244-3989
- Erin Bell, fellow Nutritionist/Business Owner of Erin Michelle Wellness, specializes in health for Firefighters, biz partner 705-930-3133
Timeline
Volunteer Firefighter
North Kawartha Fire Department
04.2024 - Current
Owner/Founder of Primal Beeauty
Self-Employed
08.2016 - Current
Functional Nutritionist & Primal Health Coach
Self-Employed
02.2015 - Current
Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor
Self-Employed
09.2011 - 03.2020
Personal Support Worker
Fairhaven
08.2008 - 12.2010
SHERPA Cold Therapy & Breathwork
Subconscious Mind Reprogramming
PSYCH-K® Centre International
BCHN - Holistic Nutrition
Alive Academy
Some College (No Degree) - Personal Support Worker
Trillium College
Practical Nursing
Fleming College
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