Theresa L Colbon
Chamberlain,SK
Summary
In search of and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Innovative and goal-oriented professional committed to Enthusiastic professional with pleasant demeanor. Organized and dependable. Detail-oriented team player.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CCA Care /Team Leader Manager
Citizens All Association
06.2018 - Current
- On call shifts 24 hours day several days per month.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work. Diffused potential disputes with fairness and professionalism.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Assisted in organizing. Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to others.
- Handled clients inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally, Personal daily care and compassion to clients daily.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Professional Driver and Customer Service
Engleheim Charter Inc
08.2014 - 04.2017
- Communication and Listening and directions followed daily for accurate Schedules, Routes and time lines.Transported maximum 52 passengers daily. All types of weather conditions.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor at all times.
- Clean driving record maintained, Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations. Completed routes efficiently and according to compliance rules
- Maintained accurate log of trips, Runs, Fuel consumption, pre- and post-trip inspections, Mileage, Maintenance and safety equipment.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic and weather conditions.
Farmer's Assistant
High Hills Farms
08.2006 - 12.2015
- Operated and maintained farm machinery and maintenance.
- Completed invoices for bills of lading, Sales receipts and supplies, Ordered and distributed materials to location.
- Promoted animal safety and health, Pen checks, Changes in behavior or demeanor, Provided proper nutrition, Vaccines, Housing and medical care.
- Prepared meals, delivered meals to the fields twice daily, Laundry, Cleaning, Vehicle maintenance, Yard care and gardening.
Customer Support Representative (Casual Work)
Canada Post
09.2010 - 07.2015
- Adapted to new situations, Communication both verbally and written, Mail and distribution of mail, Quick learning, time limits, Created user accounts and assigned permissions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to customers, by phone and over the counter assistant to the public daily.
- Participated in ongoing training to learn new products and enhance skills to optimize customer support delivery.
Professional Bus Driver
Cardinal Coach Lines
03.2001 - 05.2005
- Transported students safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Maintained A+ / Class 1 driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
- Complied with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in safe and courteous manner.
- Kept bus interiors clean to provide comfortable passenger environments.
- Acted calmly, productively and professionally under pressure.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Conducted pre-trip and post- trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
Patient Care Technician
Bethany Nursing Home
10.2002 - 03.2005
- Reason for leaving relocated to another Province.
- Delivered high-quality care to all patients in facility., Levels 1-6, Dementia/ Alzheimer's, Lodge (52 clients)
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations, Transferring patients, beds and patient care equipment necessary safety precautions.
- Vital signs, bathing, dressing and walking, eating personal hygiene.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment, Linens, Laundry.
Direct Support Worker
Independent Counseling Services
10.2002 - 03.2005
- Maintained safe well-organized patient daily care, Assisted disabled clients support independence and well-being, Assisted with daily activities, Recreational, Community work program.
- Administered medication as directed by physician or Pharmacy.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Day Care Provider
Thorn Hill Day Homes
12.1989 - 03.2001
- Maintained safe play environment by emphasizing and maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Prepared healthy meals and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline, Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Facilitated learning through educational, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Offered top-notch care for 7 + children daily, ranging in age from six months to twelve years of age daily.
Microfilm and Photography Technician
Pan Canadian Petroleum
11.1982 - 09.1989
- Completion of confidential valuable information to be duplicated and stored for future requirements.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Followed manufacturing techniques to improve photographic processing efficiency. Processed and handled film, negatives and prints in accordance with quality standards.
- Developed film and produced prints according to customer specifications.
- Adhered to procedures regarding proper storage and disposal of photographic chemicals and solutions.
- Implemented time-saving methods, which enabled photo lab to run more efficiently.
Education
SCA - Health Care Assistant
Davidson Collage
Davidson, SK05.2006
High School Diploma -
Queen Elizabeth High School
Calgary, AB06.1979
Skills
- Leadership and teamwork and supervision
- Adaptive team player, Works well alone
- Strong organizational skills
- Energetic and positive work attitude
- Team leadership and direction, Health problem solving
Accomplishments
Accomplishments:
My family
My positive out going personality. " Give a Smile and others will Smile around you"
My willingness to upgrade and enhance performance for myself and others.
Certification
- Certified:
- Canadian Red Cross CPR and First Aid 2023
- Opioid Harm Reduction
- SARC Stride Program 2023
- Open Futures: Management & Leadership training,person centered Supervision 2023
- Saskatchewan Workplace Inspections
- Open Futures: Management & Leadership training building brilliant teams 2023. Attitudes and Skills. All behavior is explained. Advocacy explained. Dementia explained. Infection Control. Introduction to your role. Active support.
- TLR SAHO, Professional assault training,Food safety, Medication administration,
References
Doctor N Maree
Professional Medical
306-624-2033
Brian Machniak
Engleheim Charters
306-434-9184
Shauna Silzer
Citizens All Team Leader
306-690-6569
Timeline
CCA Care /Team Leader Manager
Citizens All Association
06.2018 - Current
Professional Driver and Customer Service
Engleheim Charter Inc
08.2014 - 04.2017
Customer Support Representative (Casual Work)
Canada Post
09.2010 - 07.2015
Farmer's Assistant
High Hills Farms
08.2006 - 12.2015
Patient Care Technician
Bethany Nursing Home
10.2002 - 03.2005
Direct Support Worker
Independent Counseling Services
10.2002 - 03.2005
Professional Bus Driver
Cardinal Coach Lines
03.2001 - 05.2005
Day Care Provider
Thorn Hill Day Homes
12.1989 - 03.2001
Microfilm and Photography Technician
Pan Canadian Petroleum
11.1982 - 09.1989
SCA - Health Care Assistant
Davidson Collage
High School Diploma -
Queen Elizabeth High School
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