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Whistler Blackcomb
Human Resources Internship

​Jan 2014 - April 2014

 

​Worked in a diverse environment requiring high levels of attention to detail, problem solving, and multitasking. Conducted employee opinion survey with approximately 4,000 employees. Data was then analyzed and made into reports. Assisted in planning and coordinating large employee recognition events for between 16 to 700 guests depending on the event. Designed weekly staff newsletter and assisted with internal communication. Finally, developed a brand new employee recognition event celebrating over 100 of Whistler Blackcomb's top managers and supervisors. Event included a short recognition video interviewing some of these accomplished leaders. This video will be used as a training tool in the future.   

 

 

The Boulders Climbing Gym 
Youth Climbing Coach/ Floor Supervisor

​May 2009 - Present

 

Providing youth team coaching (ages 6-18) and lesson planning for a variety of needs, abilities, interests and ages. Other responsibilities include gym supervision, staff supervision, customer service, risk management, indoor top-rope instruction, indoor lead instruction, Birthday and group bookings and opening and closing procedures. Additional responsibilities have included event planning and summer/ winter camp supervision.

 

 

University of Victoria Summer Camps
Camp Leader

​June 2013 - Sept 2013

 

Provided supervision and engagement with children ages 5 to 12 in a fun, exciting, and high-energy environment. The camp activities ranged between general sports, swimming, rock climbing, hiking, dance, geocaching, crafts, and drama. All aspects of the job required risk management assessments, diverse communication skills, and the ability to be imaginative and flexible in all situations. Responsibilities also include planning and preparing weekly camp schedules.

 

 

Wildplay Element Parks (Westshore)
Monkido Team Lead

​April 2011 - Sept 2012

 

Led staff through daily responsibilities and general training; managed activity risk; performed equipment safety checks with a keen attention to detail; provided top-quality customer service, and developed an enjoyable, teamwork-oriented environment. In this role I developed strong skills in teamwork development, communication, professional behaviour, problem solving, and project and task management.

 

 

Mountain Equipment Co-op
Floor Staff

Sept 2008 - Sept 2010

 

Provided excellent member service and guaranteed advice in outdoor wear, rock climbing gear, footwear, camping gear, packs, and optics. Participated in Outdoor Development Programs including representing MEC at the Scouts 2008 Beaver Bash, a role that required event and activity planning. Competencies developed include strong customer service skills, information management skills, and research and analysis skills.

  • ADP Enterprise and ADP Reporting

  • Rock Gym Pro (Point of Sale)

  • JDA Store Register (Point of Sale)

  • MS Office: MS Word, PowerPoint, Access, and Excel

  • Mac OSX, Windows XP/Vista/7

Certifications / Awards

  • 2014 - Whistler Blackcomb Learning Curve Courses

    • Conducting Employee Reviews

    • Coaching for Performance

    • Conflict Resolution

  • 2013 – High Five: Principles of Healthy Child Development

  • 2011 – Attended Walltopia Banff Coaching Conference (Rock Climbing)

  • 2011 – Standard First Aid: CPR C with AED

  • 2010 – ACMG Climbing Gym Instructor Level II

  • 2008 – Stelly’s Secondary School

    • - Spirit of Bob Lee Award

    • - Academic Honor Roll

    • - Effort Recognition​

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Class 5, unrestricted, BC Driver’s License

University of Victoria

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation & Health Education

​2011 - 2016 (expected)

 

Courses include: Program Planning; Leadership methods in Recreation and Health; Foundations of Recreation and Leisure; Outdoor Recreation; Personal Health, Wellness, and Potential; Academic Reading and Writing; Business and Professional Writing; and Administration in Leisure and Health Related Services.

 

 

RESUME

Work​

experience​
 

Education

Volunteer Experience
Power to Be Adventure Therapy Society
Victoria, BC

May 2013 - Dec 2013

 

Provided assistance to Power to Be Staff on multi-day out trips with struggling youth aged 12-13. Responsibilities include engaging with the participants in order to enhance their outdoor experience, risk management, cooking, assisting with camp set up, and before trip prep. Out trips include hiking, kayaking, canoeing, surfing, and snowshoeing.

 

 

Guest Speaker for Dr. Lara Lauzon 
University of Victoria

November 2012 - Present 

 

Present on personal health and wellness issues, life experiences and inspiration to a first year Personal Health, Wellness and Potential class of 50 to 150 students.

 

 

Stelly’s Secondary School – Outdoor Pursuits Class

April 2008 - Present 

 

Chaperone trips of 20 to 25 students of both grades 11 and 12 on various trips including the Nitinat Triangle (6 days), Sayward Lakes (5 days), and Mt. Albert Edward (4 days).

 

 

Western Canadian Campus Recreation Conference Victoria, BC

February 2013

 

Provided helpful service to delegates while helping with registration, managing presentation rooms, and facilitating delegate interaction.

 
 
The Boulder’s Climbing Gym
Squamish Climbing / Mountaineering Course

August 2012

 

Chaperoning 10 students ages 12 –18 on an eight-day outdoor climbing experience. Responsibilities included developing a meal plan, procuring supplies, cooking, and general care of participants.

 

 

Stelly's Secondary School - Global Perspectives Class 

March 2008

 

After raising $21,000, 20 students including myself travelled to Peru and built an elementary school to serve five communities. Additionally, we installed environmentally friendly mud stoves into community homes.

 

 
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