Managed and operated all aspects of a successful business.
Applicable experience for this position includes excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution, and social media marketing.
Intake Specialist Ontario Works
City of Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario
06.2010 - 08.2010
Adhered to ethical standards outlined by regulatory bodies governing the practice of social work.
Maintained positive attitude and effectively de-escalated clients during crisis situations.
Coordinated with external agencies and community partners to facilitate referrals and access to services.
Coordinated the intake process, ensuring all required documentation was collected and processed.
Volunteer Support Group Leader
Infertility Awareness Association Of Canada (IAAC)
Ottawa, Ontario
11.2007 - 01.2009
Coordinated and facilitated a monthly local chapter support group meeting for couples struggling with infertility and/or miscarriage.
Events and awareness coordinator for the Ottawa Region.
Volunteer Coordinator of Activities and Events
Lennoxville and District Women's Centre
Lennoxville , QC
03.2006 - 12.2008
Facilitated at Take Your Daughter to Work Day event.
Performed administrative tasks.
Assisted in hosting events including the Annual Open House and membership drive, Candlelight Vigil (memorial of the 1989 massacre of 16 women in Montreal) Christmas "Helping Hands" (donations of food, gifts and clothing for the local women's shelter) and International Women's Day.
Co-facilitated the "Welcome Wednesday" drop in activity.
Office Assistant
Glebe Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic
Ottawa , ON
09.2007 - 09.2008
Performed general office duties.
Greeted and directed clients to their designated physiotherapist for their scheduled treatment.
Sales and Marketing Representative
Irving Consumer Products LTD.
Ottawa, Ontario
10.2002 - 12.2004
Represented the Irving Brands, including Royale Tissue and Cavendish Farms (French fries), throughout all of Eastern Ontario and the Outaouais Region through regular contact with store managers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work With High Distinction
Carleton University
Ottawa, ON
02-2014
College Diploma - Social Service Worker (SSW)
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON
06-2010
Skills
Independent and team collaboration
Interpersonal communication and empathy
Time management and organization
Event planning and coordination
Support group facilitation and presentation skills
Social media marketing and awareness campaigns
Timeline
Dog Daycare Provider and Owner
Company: Hounds In House Dog Daycare
12.2014 - 02.2022
Intake Specialist Ontario Works
City of Ottawa
06.2010 - 08.2010
Volunteer Support Group Leader
Infertility Awareness Association Of Canada (IAAC)
11.2007 - 01.2009
Office Assistant
Glebe Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic
09.2007 - 09.2008
Volunteer Coordinator of Activities and Events
Lennoxville and District Women's Centre
03.2006 - 12.2008
Sales and Marketing Representative
Irving Consumer Products LTD.
10.2002 - 12.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work With High Distinction