Kasamjot Sidhu
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
My name is Kasam, I am a psychology graduate from University of Manitoba, a mental health advocate, peer support worker and a social media coordinator. I believe that psychological health is as important as physical health. I am extremely passionate about helping people who struggle with mental health issues.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After School Program Inclusion Staff
YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg
09.2021 - Current
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Camp Counselor
YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
Social Media Coordinator and Vice-president
University of Manitoba- Active Minds
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Created social media content with consistent content and tone.
- Increased student engagement through social media.
- Wrote social media content to increase engagement with customers.
Mentor Volunteer
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Mentored a 10 year old girl. We talked about life goals and importance of mental health.
Youth Worker
Mood Disorders of Manitoba
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB12.2022
Skills
- Supporting After-School Program
- After-School Care
- Staff Development Program
- Social Media
- Fundraising
- Mental Health
- Public Speaking
- First Aid
- Dance
- Applied Behavior
- Intervention Presentation
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- Psychological first-aid (Canadian Red Cross)
Issued May 2020. Expires May 2027.
- Standard First Aid, CPR and AED (Winnipeg first aid)
Issued October 2022. Expires October 2025.
- Knowledge of beginner's ASL (American Sign Language)
Timeline
Camp Counselor
YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg
07.2022 - 08.2022
After School Program Inclusion Staff
YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg
09.2021 - Current
Mentor Volunteer
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Canada
11.2020 - 01.2021
Youth Worker
Mood Disorders of Manitoba
07.2020 - 09.2020
Social Media Coordinator and Vice-president
University of Manitoba- Active Minds
09.2019 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Manitoba