Riley Bowker
St. Albert,AB
Summary
Passionate Advocate with background in providing support to diverse child and youth populations. Experience includes crisis intervention, academic advising, and advocacy for rights and needs. Strengths lie in empathetic communication, problem-solving skills and knowledge of company policies and procedures. Past roles have involved creating positive change by connecting youth with necessary resources, promoting inclusivity and fostering a supportive educational environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Indigenous Student Advocate
School District 23
Kelowna, British Columbia
02.2023 - 06.2025
- Encouraged diversity initiatives to foster an inclusive environment for all learners.
- Counseled individuals to help overcome personal, social or behavioral problems.
- Provided referrals to appropriate external agencies when necessary.
- Monitored student attendance records and identified any potential problems early on.
- Observed students during classroom activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior and social development.
- Conferred with parents, teachers and administrators to discuss children's progress and resolve behavioral and academic problems.
Child and Youth Worker
ARC Programs
Kelowna, British Columbia
08.2022 - 01.2025
- Monitored client behavior and provided guidance on appropriate actions.
- Engaged in collaborations with other professionals such as social workers or psychologists.
- Developed positive relationships with clients by creating a safe and supportive environment.
- Documented residents' daily activities, behavior, incidents and medication.
- Aided in coordinating recreation and skill-building exercises, living skills, team activities and situational counseling.
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
PACES
Terrace, British Columbia
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided assistance to children with their daily routines and activities.
- Organized play areas, toys, and other learning materials to promote creative play.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss strategies for improving educational programs.
- Encouraged language development skills among students through conversations about everyday topics.
Education
Diploma - Human Service Work
Okanagan College
Kelowna06-2022
Skills
- Diversity initiatives
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Documentation skills
- Networking and relationship building
- Mentorship
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Excellent communication
Certification
- Standard First Aid with Basic Life Support and CPR level HCP - St Mark James Training
- Indigenous Canada - University of Alberta
Timeline
Indigenous Student Advocate
School District 23
02.2023 - 06.2025
Child and Youth Worker
ARC Programs
08.2022 - 01.2025
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
PACES
09.2018 - 04.2019
Diploma - Human Service Work
Okanagan College
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