Jordyn Gamble
St. Catharines,Canada
Summary
Outgoing Recreation Therapy student pursuing flexible part-time employment ready to apply my education in the workplace with my gained knowledge in delivering programs with diverse recreational activities aligned with needs, capabilities and interests of individuals to support and improve their health and wellbeing.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Manager
Cavendish Manor Retirement Residence
Niagara Falls, ON
03.2023 - Current
- Organized and scheduled exercise programs and recreational activities to facilitate physical and emotional health of participants.
- Developed special one-on-one programs for when residents were ill or unable to take part in group activities.
- Met with residents and asked open-ended questions to determine appropriate types of activities for facility.
- Supervised and guided recreation volunteers across multiple programs.
- Engaged with participants to encourage involvement in different recreational activities.
- Coordinated live entertainment for residents
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Established partnerships with local businesses and organizations for the purpose of creating additional opportunities for residents.
Recreation Student Volunteer
Garden City Manor
St. Catharines, ON
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Established long-lasting relationships with both staff members and students to support program success.
- Implemented and supervised wide variety of fun and fitness-driven activities which could be enjoyed by residents.
- Assessed needs and interests of individuals and groups and planned activities accordingly.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
- Connected personally with residents to improve participation and enjoyment.
- Monitored group safety and quickly intervened to end unsafe behaviors.
Warehouse Associate
Book Depot
Thorold, ON
09.2017 - 03.2023
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and hand scanners.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
Student Volunteer
Niagara Children's Centre
Thorold, ON
11.2016 - 06.2018
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Organized and planned age-appropriate reading, crafts and music lessons.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Supervised circle time, free play, outside play and learning and developmental activities.
- Implemented and supervised wide variety of fun and fitness-driven activities which could be enjoyed by children.
- Assisted with smooth and efficient transitions between arrival, room periods, activities, field trips, snacks and departures.
- Followed school schedules and policies to promote safety and learning.
- Conducted 1:1 reading sessions for children to build foundational knowledge.
Education
Diploma - Recreation Therapy
Niagara College
Welland, ON12.2023
High School Diploma -
Thorold Secondary School
Thorold, ON06.2018
Skills
- Reporting abilities
- Organizational skills
- Reliable & trustworthy
- Compassionate
- Active listening
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Computer skills
- Decision-making
Additional Information
References and certifications available upon request
Certification
- Anishinaabe Minoʼayaawin – Foundations in Cultural Safety Training
- DementAbility Methods Workshop Training
- Niagara College Dementia Experience
- Research Ethics based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans
Timeline
Recreation Student Volunteer
Garden City Manor
06.2023 - 12.2023
Recreation Manager
Cavendish Manor Retirement Residence
03.2023 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Book Depot
09.2017 - 03.2023
Student Volunteer
Niagara Children's Centre
11.2016 - 06.2018
Diploma - Recreation Therapy
Niagara College
High School Diploma -
Thorold Secondary School
- Anishinaabe Minoʼayaawin – Foundations in Cultural Safety Training
- DementAbility Methods Workshop Training
- Niagara College Dementia Experience
- Research Ethics based on the Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans
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