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Trinda Van de Yssel

Shelburne,Canada

Summary

Strong communicator with excellent organizational and time management skills. Efficiently manages multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines. Possesses excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think and act quickly to find creative solutions.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Active Lives Canada
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
  • Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Handled phone calls and emails between families and potential clients.

Long Term Care Home Assistant

Dufferin Oaks Long Term Care Home
06.2021 - 04.2023
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.
  • Provided emotional support during difficult times, offering empathetic listening skills and a calming presence when needed most.
  • Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues professionally.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly mastering new software applications for various tasks.
  • Increased efficiency by implementing new processes and providing administrative support to management.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by organizing and maintaining digital and physical filing systems.

Child Caretaker

Families in Shelburne
07.2017 - 08.2021
  • Make nutritious snacks and meals for up to 3 children at a time
  • Organize and plan age-appropriate lessons involving reading, crafts, music and movement
  • Assist children in development of social, communicative and problem-solving skills
  • Tutor children with school studies
  • Feed infants, as well as change clothes and diapers

Customer Service representative

Pete's Deli
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Developed good relationships with customers, creating a positive atmosphere for them, insuring their return
  • Educate customers on special pricing opportunities and company offerings
  • Assist upwards of approximately 90 customers each day with food orders, questions/concerns
  • De-escalate problematic customer concerns, maintaining a calm, friendly demeanor
  • Handle stores inventory
  • Open and close store
  • Money handling

Education

High School Diploma -

Centre Dufferin District High School
Shelburne, ON

Skills

  • Computer Skills
  • Fast Learner
  • Team Collaboration
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Data Entry
  • File and Record Keeping
  • Administrative duties
  • Schedule and calendar management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Time Management

Volunteering

Animal Care Attendant


  • Tend to horses, cattle, dogs, cats, goats and chickens
  • Ensure safety and health of all livestock
  • Administer medication, tend to small wounds
  • Assist broodmares through birth/ pregnancy
  • Feed and water all animals

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Active Lives Canada
10.2023 - Current

Long Term Care Home Assistant

Dufferin Oaks Long Term Care Home
06.2021 - 04.2023

Customer Service representative

Pete's Deli
04.2019 - 04.2020

Child Caretaker

Families in Shelburne
07.2017 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

Centre Dufferin District High School
Trinda Van de Yssel