Outgoing and highly motivated employee pursuing full time employment in the non-profit sector. Offers extensive experience in management, team building, community outreach, youth mentorship and public speaking.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Coordinator
Inclusion Alberta
Calgary, AB
11.2023 - Current
Developed recruitment strategies to support individuals with intellectual disabilities in finding meaningful employment.
Developed and created positions alongside employers that were tailored to clients skills and areas of interest.
Developed and implemented strategies to create compelling resumes that highlighted key strengths and accomplishments.
Conducted individualized assessments of job seeker's skills, interests and needs to determine suitable job placement opportunities.
Monitored clients' progress after placement to ensure successful integration into their new roles.
Provided career counseling services, including resume writing assistance and interview preparation guidance.
Executive Assistant and Youth/Outreach Director
C3 Church Calgary
Calgary, AB
04.2019 - Current
Organized and managed complex calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for executive team.
Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
Developed and implemented community outreach strategies to increase awareness of programs and services.
Acted as a liaison between the executives and internal and external stakeholders to facilitate communication flow.
Directed weekly youth meetings, special group events and overnight excursions.
Assisted in organizing conferences, seminars and other events as directed by the executives.
Guided staff and volunteers in administering education, youth, social action, fellowship and pastoral care ministry programs.
Public speaking in weekly Youth Services, and regular Sunday gatherings.
Led outreach initiatives for people experiencing homelessness.
Cultivated relationships with local organizations to increase visibility in the community.
Organized and facilitated events such as workshops, seminars, forums, and conferences to engage stakeholders.
Executive Assistant to VP & Property Manager
Synergi-FX
Calgary, AB
02.2018 - 04.2019
Organized personal and professional calendars, including reminders for upcoming meetings and events.
Attended business meetings, logged minutes and assisted with presentations.
Manged and booked travel and all related accomodations for VP and Engineers.
Planned, organized, and executed Conferences and meetings.
Assessed rental applications, conducted background checks, and approved or denied prospective tenants based on established criteria.
Store Manager
The North Face Banff
Banff, AB
03.2016 - 02.2018
Resolved customer problems by investigating issues, answering questions and building rapport.
Processed daily paperwork, balanced register drawers, produced staffing schedules and prepared deposits.
Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
Corrected operational issues with process improvements.
Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
Client Intake
Adeara Recovery
Edmonton, AB
10.2015 - 10.2016
Arranged case files and maintained records and notebooks.
Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
Remained calm, stayed professional and provided exceptional service on calls, even when interacting with difficult individuals.
Assisted in implementing programs to improve patient retention and patient success in treatment.
Completed drug and alcohol assessments for adolescent and adult patients to determine needed level of care.
Student Ministry Director
The Los Angeles Dream Center
Los Angeles, California
09.2014 - 06.2016
Weekly mentorship meetings with students who were enrolled in the Dream Center Leadership School.
Planed and executed regular events for students in the program such as volunteer opportunities, worship nights, and group ministry activities.
Directed and lead the Dream Center Food Truck Ministry which distributes food to over 23 distribution sites, and feeds over 20,000 people monthly in Los Angeles.
Collaborated with other staff members of the Leadership school to oversee student life, Church serving at Angelus Temple, and travelling services to other Churches.
Worked with Foster Care families in LA to provide support to children in their home such as homework help, mentorship, and assistance to the Foster families homes.