Matthew Manning
Torbay
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outdoor Recreation Instructor
City Of St. John's
09.2021 - Current
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Promoted safe and inclusive environment for club clients and members.
- Taught outdoor skills in an understandable manner to diverse populations
Recreation Counselor
City of St. John's
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Worked with children of varying ages, interests, skills, and developmental levels.
- Greeted new campers by introducing them to other participants, explaining facility rules, and encouraging participation.
- Helped maintain Covid-19 rules and regulations.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and engaging activities for campers.
- Collaborated with camp staff to develop and execute a safe and enjoyable environment.
- Communicated with children and parents to ensure children were prepared for weekly activities.
- Collaborated with other staff to ensure child safety.
- Ensured that all children, including children with disabilities, were able to participate in weekly activities.
Infantryman
Canadian Armed Forces
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Led teams during combat and fitness training.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of training programs.
- Conducted training programs in field situations, such as wilderness survival, shelter construction, rifle usage and security, and map usage.
- Performed as a fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
- Led teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Assisted in effective communication and collaboration within the platoon, between regiments and emergency services during domestic operations and exercises.
Assistant Client Coordinator
Bridges to Hope
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Worked with homeless and other vulnerable people to determine their needs from the food bank.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members and organizations to meet their needs from our program.
- Helped organize and distribute food hampers.
- Conducted weekly inventory assessments.
- Placed and picked up food orders depending on the food bank and client needs.
- Helped maintain a clean and safe environment for the clients and workers.
Grocer
Foodland
08.2018 - 07.2020
- Engaged customers and provided a high level of service and support, helping find desired products and items in the store.
- Organized and replenish merchandise to keep shelves stocked and well-organized for customers.
- Reviewed inventory levels on weekly basis and placed orders for products and merchandise for restocking purposes.
- Accepted payments, processed credit cards, and made changes accurately using the in-store software.
- Handled phone calls with customers with accurate information and professionalism.
- Helped maintain a clean and safe shopping and workspace.
- Performed any other related duties instructed by the on-duty managers
Education
Bachelor of Kinesiology - Human Kinetics And Recreation
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's, NewfoundlandSkills
- Problem Solving and Complaint Resolution
- Composure and Emotional Control
- Time Management
- Client servicing
- Interpersonal and client communications
- Critical thinking
- Effective Communication
- Leadership
- Dedication
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Good listening skills
- Inclusivity Practices
Accomplishments
- Duke of Edinburgh
- Lord Strathcona Medal of Military Excellence
- Army Navy & Air Association Medal of Merit
Certification
- Class 5 Drivers License
- HIGH FIVE Certificate
- Standard First Aid
- Basic Military Qualification
Timeline
Outdoor Recreation Instructor
City Of St. John's
09.2021 - Current
Recreation Counselor
City of St. John's
06.2021 - 09.2023
Assistant Client Coordinator
Bridges to Hope
07.2020 - 09.2020
Grocer
Foodland
08.2018 - 07.2020
Infantryman
Canadian Armed Forces
05.2018 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Kinesiology - Human Kinetics And Recreation
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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