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Suzanne Irwin

Cherry Valley,ON

Summary

Dynamic spiritual director with extensive experience at Suzanne Irwin Healing, skilled in fostering deep connections and guiding individuals through their spiritual journeys. Bilingual in English and French, I excel in reflective listening and administrative functions, ensuring effective communication and support. Committed to continuous learning and enhancing spiritual practices for personal growth.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Spiritual Healing Services

Suzanne Irwin Healing
01.2023 - Current

As a spiritual director and healer, I provide guidance and support to individuals seeking to deepen their relationship with God.


  • I engage in deep listening, creating a safe and supportive environment for personal reflection.
  • I help individuals articulate their spiritual experiences, questions, and struggles.
  • I offer insights and perspectives to help individuals explore their spiritual paths.
  • I encourage reflection on personal experiences, scripture, and spiritual practices.
  • I assist individuals in discerning their relationship with God and understanding their spiritual journeys. This includes helping individuals identify and pursue their spiritual goals and practices.
  • I provide emotional and psychological support, recognizing the interconnectedness of spirituality and mental health.
  • I help individuals navigate life transitions or crises from a spiritual perspective.
  • I often suggest various forms of prayer, meditation, or spiritual exercises tailored to an individual’s needs.
  • I also introduce new spiritual practices to enhance connection with the divine.
  • A strong emphasis on confidentiality allows individuals to share their thoughts and feelings openly.
  • Trust is foundational to the director-directee relationship, fostering honest and meaningful conversations.
  • I also encourage connections with faith communities or groups for broader spiritual support, fostering a sense of belonging.


Spiritual direction is a unique and personal process that supports individuals in exploring and deepening their spiritual lives through dialogue, reflection, and discernment.

Leaps & Bounds Training

Self-Employed
01.2000 - Current

• Owner/Trainer and Instructor.

• Services included companion dog training and instruction; both private and group classes, walking, pet sitting (at client's location) and boarding services for the pet industry in Toronto, ON.

• Responsible for sales, customer relations, building trust and closing repeat business.

• Responsible for all other aspects of the business including marketing, administration, care, feed programs, development of training programs and instruction of all clients and their dogs.

• 2004: Business renamed Leaps & Bounds Training Inc. Focus on group and private training and boarding services. Specialized in aggression rehabilitation for canine/human aggressive dogs. Offer private training classes for all levels from Puppy to Advanced.

2021 – 2025: original business operating part-time, offering private canine training, instruction and boarding services.

Sr. Customer Service

GE Healthcare/Contract for Alten Proex Agency
06.2021 - 12.2022
  • Providing excellent customer service to all our Pharmaceutical Diagnostic customers.
  • To assist and support the Customer Service and Commercial teams by processing orders, creating purchase orders to vendors, processing and amending Customer Service data, producing reports within the SAP system in accordance with GXP and the relevant functional standard operating procedures, and the daily logistical coordination of international and domestic shipments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in English and French.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - World Religion, Professional Writing - 20 Credits

University of Toronto Mississauga
Mississauga, ON

Certificate - Spiritual Direction Practicum - Phase 2

Ontario Jubilee
Ontario, Canada
04-2026

Certificate - Journey of The Soul - Phase 1

Ontario Jubilee
Ontario, Canada
12-2024

Diploma - Office Administration

St. Catharine's Business College
St. Catharines, ON
06-1988

Skills

  • Competent with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, SAP and Salesforce
  • Bilingual English and French both written and oral
  • Dedicated to continuous learning
  • Skilled reflective listener
  • Work well in a team environment
  • Warm and empathetic
  • Experienced in administrative functions including various software programs for enhanced communication and report and data functions

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Certification

St. John Ambulance – Emergency First Aid – CPR A – AED - will recertify


Ontario Driver's Licence - G class


Smart Serve - expires 2030


Timeline

Spiritual Healing Services

Suzanne Irwin Healing
01.2023 - Current

Sr. Customer Service

GE Healthcare/Contract for Alten Proex Agency
06.2021 - 12.2022

Leaps & Bounds Training

Self-Employed
01.2000 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - World Religion, Professional Writing - 20 Credits

University of Toronto Mississauga

Certificate - Spiritual Direction Practicum - Phase 2

Ontario Jubilee

Certificate - Journey of The Soul - Phase 1

Ontario Jubilee

Diploma - Office Administration

St. Catharine's Business College
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