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Rayan Omar

Calgary

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Child and Youth Care Counsellor (CYCC) student with a sociology minor at Mount Royal University. Passionate about creating safe, nurturing, and empowering environments for children. Seeking a rewarding role in a daycare setting to apply my skills in relationship-building, trauma-informed care, and child development.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Support Worker

Trellis Society's Hera Program
09.2024 - Current
  • Supported youth in feeling safe and valued in a school setting
  • Encouraged self-esteem, resilience, and life skills
  • Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations and consistent consequences for actions.
  • Collaborated with families to provide support and resources for youth development and wellbeing.
  • Utilized creative arts therapy modalities like painting or music expression sessions allowing emotional release amongst participants.

Babysitter

Community Members
01.2019 - Current
  • Supervised children's nutrition, activities, and safety
  • Engaged children in creative and educational play
  • Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.

Team Leader

The Body Shop
04.2021 - 08.2024
  • Developed strong leadership and customer service skills
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.

Child & Youth Support Worker

Manhattan Place
09.2023 - 04.2024
  • Provide trauma-informed care for children and youth
  • Foster stability through a holistic, strength-based approach
  • Support skill development and promote well-being
  • Managed crisis interventions when required by assessing risks while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Established a positive rapport with participants by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
  • Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.

Face Painting & Engagement Volunteer

Calgary Neighborhood Social Programs
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Created a fun, supportive environment for children through creative expression
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.

Greeter

Banana Republic
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Provided a positive first impression for customers
  • Displayed friendly, outgoing, and energetic behavior to create warm, fun atmosphere for guests.

Senior Program Assistant

Bow Cliff Centre
01.2020 - 04.2022
  • Assisted seniors in their programs, ensuring comfort and engagement
  • Served as a liaison between program teams and senior management by providing regular updates on project status and progress towards goals.
  • Streamlined document management systems for improved accessibility, organization, and retrieval of essential information.

Sales Associate

Aldo
01.2020 - 09.2021
  • Assisted customers and maintained a welcoming environment
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.

Education

Bachelor of Child Studies - Child and Youth Care Counsellor, Sociology

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
01.2019

High School Diploma -

Ernest Manning High School
Calgary, AB
01.2019

Skills

  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Leadership skills
  • Educational activities
  • Family engagement
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Experience in trauma-informed care
  • Experience in child development
  • Educational support
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Creativity and innovation

Certification

  • Early Childhood Educator (Level 1), Working toward Level 3
  • Being Trauma Aware Certification
  • Triple P Online (Positive Parenting Program)
  • PSECA Introductory Training
  • NARCAN Certification
  • WHMIS & FSII Certification
  • Risk Management Training
  • SIB (Suicide Intervention & Prevention) Training
  • Harm Reduction Certification
  • ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
  • Harassment Training
  • Commit to Kids Training

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Youth Support Worker

Trellis Society's Hera Program
09.2024 - Current

Child & Youth Support Worker

Manhattan Place
09.2023 - 04.2024

Face Painting & Engagement Volunteer

Calgary Neighborhood Social Programs
05.2023 - 08.2023

Team Leader

The Body Shop
04.2021 - 08.2024

Senior Program Assistant

Bow Cliff Centre
01.2020 - 04.2022

Sales Associate

Aldo
01.2020 - 09.2021

Babysitter

Community Members
01.2019 - Current

Greeter

Banana Republic
01.2019 - 01.2023

High School Diploma -

Ernest Manning High School

Bachelor of Child Studies - Child and Youth Care Counsellor, Sociology

Mount Royal University

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