Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Instructor with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to foster positive learning environment conducive to success. Imparted comprehensive topical knowledge in varied modalities to enhance deeper learning. Developed meaningful test instruments to complement and validate course curriculum.
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Tina Ruggiero
Instructor, Safety Manager
Coquitlam,BC
Summary
Overview
23
years of professional experience
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
New Generation Private Health Club SpaWest Vancouver, BC
Instructor
09.2020 - 01.2023
Job overview
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration and best practices.
Owner & OperatorVancouver, BC
Medical Skin Specilaist
04.2002 - 09.2020
Job overview
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Successfully operated heavy equipment such as forklifts.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Ministry of Childen and Family. Langley, BC
Youth & Family Counseling
01.1997 - 01.1999
Job overview
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Wrote reports for family and caregivers, documenting progress, challenges, and therapy milestones.
- Supervised individuals in small group atmosphere to cultivate safety, independence, and structure.
- Assessed patient behavior, moods, and other responses to determine correct diagnosis and devise treatment plans.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
- Helped youth develop and achieve personal goals with close support.
- Arranged and facilitated therapy sessions for individuals, couples, and families.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Provided emergency response in crisis situations to diffuse tensions and prevent violence.
- Determined clients' risk of self-harm or other dangerous behaviors.
- Provided education on mental health topics and resources to clients.
- Developed treatment plans to help clients build self-confidence and resilience.
- Assessed clients' needs to provide appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Managed patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I and Axis II disorders.
- Organized clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from chronic pain disorders.
- Adapted counseling techniques to best suit individual needs of each client.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
- Guided clients in effective therapeutic exercises integrated from Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.
Education
Port Moody Secondary SchoolPort Moody, BC
High School Diploma
09.1990 - 06.1993
University Overview
Douglas CollegeNew Westminster, BC
Completed 2 Programs CYCC ECE from Child And Adolescent Psychology
09.1994 - 09.1998
University Overview
Justice Institute of British ColumbiaNew Westminster, BC
Bachelor of Community And Criminal Justice from Corrections, Crisis Intervention
09.1999 - 09.2004
University Overview
Skills
Curriculum design
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Instructor
New Generation Private Health Club Spa
09.2020 - 01.2023
Medical Skin Specilaist
Owner & Operator
04.2002 - 09.2020
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Bachelor of Community And Criminal Justice from Corrections, Crisis Intervention
09.1999 - 09.2004
Youth & Family Counseling
Ministry of Childen and Family.
01.1997 - 01.1999
Douglas College
Completed 2 Programs CYCC ECE from Child And Adolescent Psychology
09.1994 - 09.1998
Port Moody Secondary School
High School Diploma
09.1990 - 06.1993
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