Olivia Rebis

• Dedicated and passionate professional with a passion for empowering families and communities
• Extensive knowledge of social, economic, and health concerns relevant to the urban Indigenous community
• Knowledge about Indigenous peoples, cultures, history, and communities
• Experience liaising and consulting with community partners and stakeholders
• Experience working with diverse groups, including Indigenous communities, using a culturally sensitive and inclusive approach
• Skilled in multitasking, attention to detail, and task prioritization in dynamic environments
• Experienced in training diverse groups and creating inclusive learning environments
• Proficient in maintaining accurate office records, calendar management, and prompt communication

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• Collaboratively advocated for and successfully transformed an emergency shelter into recognized transitional housing, fostering extended stays from 3 days to 3 months, thereby facilitating comprehensive client support and permanent housing solutions
• Embraced collaboration as a core value, actively sought opportunities to work with others, shared knowledge, and resources, and contributed to a supportive and cohesive team culture
• Effectively communicated complex ideas or information in a clear and accessible manner, adapted the communication style to meet the needs of diverse audiences
• Utilized active communication techniques, such as asking questions, seeking feedback, and providing updates, to ensure mutual understanding and alignment within the team
• Persuasive communicator, adept at passionately advocating for the program's significance to key decision-makers, community leaders and funders

• Skillfully balanced independent workflow with managerial responsibilities at Main Street Community Services, including task delegation, training, and operational coordination
• Adapted leadership approaches to meet the needs of individual team members, recognized their unique strengths, and provided appropriate support and guidance
• Mentored and trained new employees, shared personal knowledge and expertise to support professional development and successful integration into the team
• Promoted a culture of learning and growth within the team, encouraged continuous improvement, and provided constructive feedback to enhance individual and collective performance
• Demonstrated strong leadership skills by setting clear expectations, providing guidance, and offering support to team members, fostering a positive and nurturing work environment
• Provided effective supervision and ensured the safety and well-being of staff and clients under my care

• Skillfully performed administrative tasks vital to the smooth operations of Mainstreet Community Services and The Grind, including document handling, report preparation, budgeting, and communications, enhancing overall organizational efficiency
• Applied strong organizational abilities ensuring timely and accurate responses to correspondence, maintaining calendars, and coordinating meetings, thereby optimizing time management and productivity
• Efficiently managed inventory of office supplies
• Utilized advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Google Workspace
• Effectively prioritized tasks based on urgency and importance, ensuring smooth workflow even in dynamic environments

• Engaging stakeholders, identifying service gaps and devising strategic initiatives that drive effective program development and delivery
• Proficient in conducting research and analysis

High Five (Child Development)

First-Aid

CPR Level C

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

National Lifeguard

WHMIS

Smart Serve

• Volunteer Cook and Server - Breakfast Clubs of Canada

      09/2016 - 06/2016

• Lifeguard - Dr. Wilbert Keon School

      06/14 - 01/16, 

• Server - St. Alphonsus Parish

     11/10 - 11/20, 

• Gardening: Nurturing plants and fostering backyard sustainability for a greener future
• Embracing Cross-Cultural Cooking: Connecting and sharing through diverse culinary traditions
• Exploring Languages: Polish and Arabic

• Gardening: owing plants and making my backyard more sustainable for a greener tomorrow

• Embracing Cross-Cultural Cooking: Bringing people together and exchanging culinary traditions

• Exploring Languages: Polish and Arabic