Kim Huitema
Law Clerk
Canfield,ON
Summary
Professional caregiver with solid background in child development and safety. Skilled in creating nurturing environments, engaging activities, and effective behavior management. Strong team collaborator consistently achieving positive outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, meeting changing needs with ease.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Caregiver
Huitema Family
10.2017 - Current
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Ensured child safety through diligent supervision and adherence to established protocols.
- Administered first aid when necessary, maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies and handling situations effectively.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Managed behavioral issues effectively by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and setting clear expectations.
- Established daily routines to provide structure and predictability for children under care.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Led children in creative, athletic, and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
Legal Assistant
Cattanach Hindson Sutton VanVeldhuizen
09.1993 - 09.2004
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Delivered exceptional service to clients by assisting them with routine needs like obtaining copies of pertinent records or directing them to appropriate resources when needed.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
- Gathered key information during initial client intake interviews that contributed significantly to the formulation of effective legal arguments.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Facilitated client meetings and consultations, ensuring all necessary documentation was prepared and available for attorney review.
- Improved client satisfaction with prompt and effective communication regarding case updates and inquiries.
- Contributed to client retention by delivering exceptional support services and maintaining high levels of satisfaction.
- Enhanced legal document accuracy by meticulously reviewing and editing over 100 contracts and agreements.
- Streamlined office operations and reduced retrieval time by implementing efficient filing system for both physical and digital records.
Education
No Degree - Law Clerk
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York09-1987
Skills
- attention to detail and multi-tasking skills which are crucial for monitoring machines and ensuring product quality
- experience operating office equipment and some farm equipment for troubleshooting issues
- Fast learner
Languages
English
Timeline
Child Caregiver
Huitema Family
10.2017 - Current
Legal Assistant
Cattanach Hindson Sutton VanVeldhuizen
09.1993 - 09.2004
No Degree - Law Clerk
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
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