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Gwen Becenko

Winnipeg,Canada

Summary

I am an enthusiastic and motivated individual with a strong foundation in team collaboration, conflict resolution, and effective communication. With experience as a Junior Camp Counsellor and Summer Youth Employee at Winnipeg Aboriginal Sports Achievement Centre, and Junior Ringette Coach with North West Ringette Association, I have developed a proven ability to work with diverse groups, build positive relationships, and achieve common goals. I am known for being a focused listener, I excel in providing excellent customer service by understanding and addressing needs while maintaining a friendly and productive environment. I am ready to bring my passion for teamwork and customer satisfaction to a dynamic sales team. I have developed strong leadership and communication skills in camp environment, excelling in group management and activity planning. I am adaptable and quick to learn, now seeking to transition into new field leveraging these abilities. I am committed to fostering positive experiences and personal growth in diverse settings.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Babysitting

LaViolette Family
01.2023 - 12.2024
  • Supervised three boys under the age of 10, ensuring their safety and well-being
  • Prepared meals and assisted with getting the children ready for daily activities.
  • Entertained the children with age-appropriate activities, fostering creativity and fun indoors and outdoors.
  • Bathed the children and helped with their bedtime routines, ensuring they were comfortable and ready for rest.

Junior Camp Counsellor

Winnipeg Aboriginal Sports Achievement Centre
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Acted as a role model by demonstrating positive behaviour, teamwork and problem-solving skills
  • Prepared and cleaned activity areas, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for campers
  • Responded to emergencies and minor injuries, administering basic first aid when necessary
  • Set up and demonstrated fundamental movement activities for children ages 7-10

Youth Employee

Winnipeg Aboriginal Sports Achievement Centre
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks given
  • Demonstrated reliability by maintaining a perfect attendance record throughout the summer
  • Learned new skills quickly, adapting to job requirements at a fast pace

Junior Ringette Coach

North West Ringette Association
11.2022 - 02.2023
  • Organized and led warm up drills and conditioning activities to enhance player’s performance
  • Ability to provide constructive criticism and encouragement
  • Assisting senior coaches in leading and managing team
  • Good understanding of coaching strategies and drills

Education

High School Diploma -

Exchange Met Centre For Arts And Technology School
Winnipeg, MB
06-2026

University of Winnipeg Collegiate
Winnipeg, MB
06.2024

Skills

  • Clear communication
  • Teamwork
  • Time management
  • Arts and crafts
  • Nutrition
  • Outdoor skills

Skills

Communication, Teamwork, Time management, Provided constructive feedback through effective communication, helping participants improve skills and performance, Used active listening to engage with campers, clarify their questions, and provide individualized support, fostering an inclusive environment, Delivered instructions to campers in a simple, direct manner, ensuring understanding of activities, rules, and safety protocols, Skilled in working effectively with diverse group of people to achieve shared goals, Experienced in addressing and resolving conflicts, keeping a positive and productive work environment, Worked closely with other camp leaders to organize and implement activities, fostering a collaborative team environment that enhanced the overall experience for campers, Demonstrated great time management during unexpected scheduling changes, adapting to challenges and ensuring continued camper safety and engagement, Developed and implemented daily activity schedules, ensuring all events and tasks were completed on time while balancing campers' needs and safety, Adapted quickly to unexpected schedule changes by adjusting the schedule while still maintaining focus on key responsibilities

Certification

  • Basic First Aid & CPR Training Certificate – St. John's Ambulance.
  • Manitoba Food Handler's Certification - Food Safety.
  • Swim Level 7 - Red Cross.

Interests

  • Cooking and Baking
  • Gym Workouts - Metabolik Fitness
  • Hiking and Snowboarding
  • Outdoor Recreation - Hunting, Fishing, Canoeing, SUPs
  • Ringette, Basketball, Softball
  • Sewing Ribbon Skirts, Mukluks and Beading

Timeline

Junior Camp Counsellor

Winnipeg Aboriginal Sports Achievement Centre
06.2024 - 08.2024

Youth Employee

Winnipeg Aboriginal Sports Achievement Centre
06.2023 - 08.2023

Babysitting

LaViolette Family
01.2023 - 12.2024

Junior Ringette Coach

North West Ringette Association
11.2022 - 02.2023

High School Diploma -

Exchange Met Centre For Arts And Technology School

University of Winnipeg Collegiate
Gwen Becenko