Meghan Loney
Thornbury,ON
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in youth engagement and community outreach, notably as Youth Engagement Coordinator at Beaver Valley Outreach. Skilled in program development and stakeholder collaboration, I excel in fostering inclusive environments and implementing impactful initiatives that enhance mental health and diversity. Committed to empowering communities through effective advocacy and strategic partnerships.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Co Founder
Mixed Movements
09.2019 - Current
- Established foundational processes for business operations.
- Conducted target market research
- Developed key operational initiatives
- Networked with other businesses
- Recruited, interviewed and hired new staff members and developed training materials for employees.
- Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
Youth Engagement Coordinator
Beaver Valley Outreach
11.2023 - Current
- Oversaw scheduling and itinerary coordination for events within the Georgian Bay area
- Built, fostered and maintained relationships with community organizations.
- Devised programs to promote improved mental health, diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students.
- Summarized complicated topics into simple formats for better understanding.
- Met with clients to understand needs and develop proactive solutions.
Aquatics Supervisor
Town of Collingwood
04.2015 - 09.2017
- Implemented and maintained safety standards and deployed emergency management services as needed.
- Collaborated with cross-functional staff to enrich aquatic programs by coordinating schedule with general program operations.
- Conducted in-service training, meetings and conferences to share ideas and plan aquatic programs.
- Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Volunteer Firefighter
Town of The Blue Mountains
09.2006 - 12.2012
- Responded to emergency calls including fire suppression, vehicle extrication, high angle, confined space, ice water rescue and other emergencies.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Supported community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention, neighborhood readiness, and safety measures.
Program Coordinator
Georgian Peaks Ski Club
11.2008 - 04.2010
- Designed program implementation
- Determined operational requirements to plan event coverage and regular programming.
- Improved program offerings based on changing trends, audience feedback and directives from members and directors.
- Developed new program material and recommended policies and procedures for evaluating programs.
Aquatics Facility Manager
Plunge! Aquatic Centre
09.2006 - 08.2015
Education
Completed College Coursework - Fire Suppression And Prevention
Ontario Fire College
Gravenhurst, Canada01.2012
High School Diploma -
Bluevale Collegiate Institute
Waterloo, ON06.2005
Skills
- Youth Engagement & Advocacy
- Community Outreach & Partnership Building
- Consultation with Youth on Civic & Social Issues
- Program Development & Facilitation
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Initiatives
- Event Planning, Workshops & Public Education
- Stakeholder Collaboration with Schools, Police & Community Groups
- Volunteer Coordination & Grassroots Organizing
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid for Adults Who Interact with Youth
- High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development
- Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders
- NCCP Coach Developer and Learning Facilitator
- Standard First Aid CPR C and AED Certified
- Lifesaving Society (LSS) Emergency & Standard First Aid Instructor
- LSS National Lifeguard Instructor and Lifesaving Examiner
- LSS Supervision Evaluation Enhancement Auditor
- WHMIS including the GHS for Workers and Supervisors -All jurisdictions
- Basics of Fall Protection
- Advanced Heavy Hydraulic Extrication
Lifesaving Society (LSS) Member ID # LOMT82
https://www.lifesavingsociety.com/find-a-member.aspx
National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) # 602660
https://thelocker.coach.ca/account/detail/6022660
Affiliations
- Royal Life Saving Society
- Coaching Association of Canada
- Canadian Association of Disabled Snow Sports
- Ontario Snowboard High Performance Program
- Canada Snowboard
- Para Snowboard
Leadership & Program Management
- Administration, Program Writing, Strategic Consultation
- Founder-Level Leadership
- Multi-Sector Collaboration & Stakeholder Liaison
- Youth-Centered Policy Advising & Community Representation
- Team Supervision & Staff Development (20+ staff)
- Operational Planning, Reporting & Budget Oversight
- Project Evaluation & Impact Measurement
Coaching, Health Promotion & Education
- Sport & Wellness Program Design Across All Ages & Abilities
- High Performance & Inclusive Coaching (including para-sport & national competition coaching)
- Play-Based & Experiential Learning Strategies
- Health & Safety Education & Promotion
- Physical Literacy & Mental Wellness Support
- Public Speaking, Presentation & Workshop Facilitation
Timeline
Youth Engagement Coordinator
Beaver Valley Outreach
11.2023 - Current
Co Founder
Mixed Movements
09.2019 - Current
Aquatics Supervisor
Town of Collingwood
04.2015 - 09.2017
Program Coordinator
Georgian Peaks Ski Club
11.2008 - 04.2010
Volunteer Firefighter
Town of The Blue Mountains
09.2006 - 12.2012
Aquatics Facility Manager
Plunge! Aquatic Centre
09.2006 - 08.2015
Completed College Coursework - Fire Suppression And Prevention
Ontario Fire College
High School Diploma -
Bluevale Collegiate Institute
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