Kimberly Gunner
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with a proven track record in advocacy and crisis support, honed through roles such as Indigenous Student Advocate at School District 23 and Volunteer Firefighting. Excelled in networking with community supports and relationship building, significantly enhancing community engagement and student success. Skilled in risk mitigation and mentorship with youth, proficient at fostering safety and well-being of others.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Indigenous Student Advocate
School District 23
Kelowna , British Columbia
02.2021 - Current
- Monitored student attendance records and identified any potential problems early on.
- Coordinated volunteer efforts, leveraging community support to enhance advocacy projects.
- Input data to document care and service plans and needs assessments.
- Identified cases of abuse, encouraging students or parents to seek assistance from mental health professionals.
- Created individualized plans for student success by collaborating with faculty members and other campus resources.
- Counseled students on personal matters such as mental health or family issues.
- Provided crisis intervention to students dealing with difficult situations at school.
- Advised students on course selection and degree requirements.
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
Volunteer Firefighter
Regional District
Kelowna, British Columbia
05.2014 - Current
- Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
- Interacted professionally with victims, witnesses and other personnel associated with an incident.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Human Service Worker
Sprott Shaw College
Kelowna, BC04-2013
High School Diploma -
Lakes District Secondary
Burns Lake, BC06-2003
Skills
- Advocacy and representation
- Networking and relationship building
- Crisis support
- Mediation
- Risk mitigation
- Mentorship
Certification
- Core and Pal
- ICS 100&200
- Exterior Attack
- First Responder License
Timeline
Indigenous Student Advocate
School District 23
02.2021 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Regional District
05.2014 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Human Service Worker
Sprott Shaw College
High School Diploma -
Lakes District Secondary
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