SARAH WRIGHT
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Known for proactive problem-solving and optimizing processes to support team objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Swim Instructor
ABC First Aid + Aquatics
01.2023 - Current
- I was responsible for teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities
- Assisting more experienced swimmers to enhance their swimming abilities
Safety and Wellbeing Responder
Canadian Red Cross
01.2023 - Current
- I was an advocate for beneficiaries in matters of mental health and psychosocial support to facilitate the resilience, emotional and psychological well being of the affected population in emergency situations
Receptionist Assistant
Aubrey Falls Investments
05.2014 - 08.2024
- Handled sensitive information discreetly while performing administrative duties such as filing paperwork and processing payments.
- Supported administrative staff with daily tasks, resulting in increased productivity and a well-organized work environment.
- Organized electronic and hard copy filing systems for easy retrieval of documents and information.
- Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.
Hostess, Server Assistant, and Food Runner
Ki Modern Japanese + Bar
07.2021 - 11.2022
- I various jobs around the restaurant that required planning, organizing, working with a team, and being a leader
File Clerk
Dr. Lynda Myles Optometry
08.2010 - 10.2021
- I was in charge of organizing files, and paperwork
- I was in charge of patient information and data entry
Researcher
University of Toronto
02.2021 - 09.2021
- I wrote a chapter of a textbook comparing COVID-19 infection rates among Indigenous populations around the world
Bartender
Detour Bar
12.2019 - 03.2020
- I worked directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders
- My responsibilities included verifying age requirements, knowing alcohol pairing and tastes, knowing how to make traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, managing inventory and cleaning bar supplies
Server/Bartender
Wacky Wings
05.2018 - 12.2019
- I worked directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders
- My responsibilities included verifying age requirements, knowing alcohol pairing and tastes, knowing how to make traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, managing inventory and cleaning bar supplies
Volunteer
Algom Public Health
09.2010 - 06.2019
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
Bartender
The Outpost
11.2016 - 05.2018
- I worked directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders
- My responsibilities included verifying age requirements, knowing alcohol pairing and tastes, knowing how to make traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, managing inventory and cleaning bar supplies
Youth Mentor Team Leader
Community Living Algoma
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for mentees to enhance their skills in working with diverse populations of youth effectively addressing various challenges they may face throughout this critical developmental stage in life.
- Maintained detailed records tracking participant progress over time, allowing us to adapt mentoring strategies as needed based on individual growth patterns observed.
- Facilitated positive group dynamics by promoting cooperation, teamwork, and conflict resolution among team members.
- Designed and implemented targeted intervention strategies for struggling mentees, leading to improved academic performance.
- Managed budgets allocated towards mentoring programs while ensuring that resources were distributed equitably among participants.
- Built trust with parents and guardians through open communication channels, enhancing their involvement in the mentorship process.
Research Assistant
Thrive Child Development Centre
06.2016 - 08.2016
- I was an assistant on a pilot project that looked into giving children with spastic Cerebral Palsy intramuscular botox injections to prevent tonicity and contracture
Swim Coach
Northern Storm Aquatic Club
08.2012 - 05.2014
- I was in charge of teaching the first level swimmers of a swim team
- My responsibilities were to teach these children swim team skills and give them advice and corrections on their form
Swim Instructor
John Rhodes Community Centre
08.2011 - 03.2014
- I was in charge of teaching children and adults how to swim
- Still certified by the Lifesaving Society
Education
Addictions Counselling Certificate -
MCMASTER UNIVERSITY
01.2022
Bachelor of Applied Science - PUBLIC HEALTH
TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
01.2022
Bachelor of Science - PSYCHOLOGY
ALGOMA UNIVERSITY
01.2019
Skills
- Customer Service
- Patience and Empathy
- Child Supervision
- Creative Thinking
- Water safety knowledge
- Student and Class Monitoring
- Child Development Understanding
- Age-Appropriate Lessons
- Safety Training
- First and CPR instruction
Accomplishments
Marnie MacPherson Award, 2010
Certification
- Emergency Medical Responder Instructor, Canadian Red Cross, 2023
- Emergency Medical Responder, Canadian Red Cross, 2023
- Lifesaving Instructor, Lifesaving Society, 2023
- Basic Life Support (Health Care Provider), Canadian Red Cross, 2023
- Smart serve, 2014
- Medical Terminology Certificate, 2024
References
AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- Red Cross
- Lifesaving Society
- St. John's Ambulance
Interests
- Community Cleanup
- Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
- Youth Development Programs
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Fundraising Events
- Advocacy Campaigns
- Animal Welfare Advocacy
- Volunteer Work
- Environmental Stewardship
- Environmental Conservation Projects
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
- Homelessness Outreach
Timeline
Swim Instructor
ABC First Aid + Aquatics
01.2023 - Current
Safety and Wellbeing Responder
Canadian Red Cross
01.2023 - Current
Hostess, Server Assistant, and Food Runner
Ki Modern Japanese + Bar
07.2021 - 11.2022
Researcher
University of Toronto
02.2021 - 09.2021
Bartender
Detour Bar
12.2019 - 03.2020
Server/Bartender
Wacky Wings
05.2018 - 12.2019
Bartender
The Outpost
11.2016 - 05.2018
Youth Mentor Team Leader
Community Living Algoma
06.2016 - 08.2016
Research Assistant
Thrive Child Development Centre
06.2016 - 08.2016
Receptionist Assistant
Aubrey Falls Investments
05.2014 - 08.2024
Swim Coach
Northern Storm Aquatic Club
08.2012 - 05.2014
Swim Instructor
John Rhodes Community Centre
08.2011 - 03.2014
Volunteer
Algom Public Health
09.2010 - 06.2019
File Clerk
Dr. Lynda Myles Optometry
08.2010 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - PSYCHOLOGY
ALGOMA UNIVERSITY
Addictions Counselling Certificate -
MCMASTER UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Applied Science - PUBLIC HEALTH
TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
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