Elder Care in Bowmanville, Ontario

I have several years’ experience working both as a nanny and as a residential counsellor in a group home setting. I enjoy doing a wide variety of hobbies including hiking, roller blading, and cooking. One of my biggest achievements is losing over one hundred pounds in the last 2 years. I accomplished this by changing my life style and eating habits. I feel very healthy and extremely proud of my will power and determination. I am extremely active, fun, and energetic with a great sense of humor. I just want to thank you for taking the time to review my profile and look forward to speaking you soon. I also have over 8 years of nursing home experience working with an individual with multiple sclerosis. Resume Objective: I am a dynamic, energetic, team player, with leadership ability. A confident problem solver with a strong work ethic who’s objective is to obtain a position in the social services sector that allows me to utilize the education and experience I have, and give me the opportunity to obtain new skills and experience in the future. Education and Training: 2013- Present Power Yoga Canada Oakville, ON Teacher Training Certificate/Art of Assisting 2006-200... CDI College Toronto, ON Addictions Worker Diploma 2006-200... Toronto Hostel Training Center Toronto, ON Hostel Training Standard Certificate Youth Issues Certificate Ability to type 60 WPM with excellent computer navigation skills Able to establish and maintain good rapport with clientele, management and support staff A fast learner, able to adapt quickly, and multi-task Able to accept criticism and direction Ability to handle stressful and high conflict situations Knowledge of relapse prevention techniques Case file management and report writing abilities Standard First Aid, CPR level C, G license, UMAB, Certificate in Conflict Resolution and Diffusing Anger, Resistance and Hostility Professional Accomplishments: 2010-201... Private Home Childcare/Nanny Whitby, ON • Established and maintained routines • Organize and implement activities and outings • Plan and prepare nutritious meals and snacks • Implement progressive discipline when necessary • Other duties as assigned • Worked overnights and weekends • Transported to and from doctor’s appointments, field trips and recreational activities 2007 Cedar Heights Residential Living (Group Homes) Orangeville, ON Residential Counsellor • I assisted primarily at the girls house with females aged 12-15 with dual diagnoses • Responsible for transporting to and from school and staying as in class support in the section 23 classroom on site. • Worked with the teachers to support lessons and activities, brought the kids on field trips, doctors appointment and home visits. • UMAB trained and at times had to physically restrain youth. • Cooking and cleaning filled out daily logs and incident reports. • Responsible for administering medications on a daily basis. • Worked as relief for the other home supporting boys at the mono house where the section 23 class is on site 2005-200... Second Base Youth Shelter Scarborough, ON Youth Worker/Student Placement • Telephoned, screened, referred and supported clients • Responsible for Client Intake, and various other administrative duties • Provided personal needs allowance, personal hygiene products, and T.T.C. tickets to youth • Resolved conflict between youth in an effective manner • Working as a part of an inter disciplinary team • Lead workshops on substance use Volunteer Experience: 2012- Present PYC I am currently volunteering on a regular basis at Power Yoga Canada in the Energy Exchange Program where I assist in educating new clients about hot yoga and the core values of PYC. In addition I also help to maintain the cleaning and organizing of the studio and other administrative duties. 2011-Present YMCA Oshawa I volunteer in the youth leadership program. My responsibilities include planning youth initiative, teaching Karma Yoga, leading guided meditations, one on one life skills workshops, coaching teens in life skills such as body image, diet and nutrition, budgeting, and other important skills. References Available Upon Request