Experience

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  Job Junction Halifax

  • Canada
  • Non-profit Organizations
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Workshop Facilitator

    • Nov 2010 - Present

    • Deliver interactive, thought-provoking job search workshops to groups of up to 15 diverse learners• Evaluate and revise workshop materials and content for relevance, effectiveness and client engagement• Research and develop new topics for workshops which will enhance job search “tool box”, empowering clients to achieve their personal career goals• Coordinate staffing schedules for Resource Centre and workshops, allowing flexibility to respond to staffing changes or outside demands on resources• Liaise, plan and organize outreach activities and workshops with community partners, both at their locations and at ours• Mentor new staff and provide feedback and coaching for existing staff, monitoring and acknowledging personal and professional improvements• Advocate staff concerns and promote initiatives to Management team• Provide one-on-one “job coaching” (resume critiques, interview practice, networking advice) to increase CONFIDENCE, to instill positive ATTITUDE, and to improve self-KNOWLEDGE, so clients can demonstrate an ENERGY to reach their career goals (success = a piece of CAKE ™)

  • Case Manager

    • Jul 2016 - Apr 2017

    •Consult with and perform client assessments in person and over the phone to determine employment/career assistance needs•Refer clients to appropriate interventions i.e. workshops, career/employment counselling, based on needs assessment and identifying client barriers to employment •Advocate for clients to access goal-specific resources and/or funding to help them achieve their personal goals•Identify work opportunities, educational institutions, and community resources available which meet the immediate and future needs of the client•Develop and maintain confidential records, files and databases•Review employment resumes and covering letters, edit, proofread and critique, and suggest ways to more effectively present skills and accomplishments•Liaise with other service delivery agents and community resources to promote the strongest client-centric services possible•Provide overall job search assistance, advice and guidance

  • Employment Facilitator within the Resource Centre, Workshop Facilitator and Developer

    • 2010 - Jul 2016

    •Developed and facilitated workshops including: Transferable Skills, Resume Writing, Ace the Interview, Tapping the Hidden Job Market, Introduction to Computers, Social Networking and the Job Seeker; re-evaluate workshops periodically to ensure they are current and relevant in order to meet clients' needs•Evaluated workshop effectiveness though client feedback and labour market research, revised workshop materials to stay current, relevant and interesting•Provided coaching and training for colleagues on effective workshop facilitation•Collaborated with new facilitation techniques and activities to improve workshop flow and client engagement•Facilitated workshops for Community Partners to clients with disabilities including youth and adults with physical and / or mental disabilities•Provided assistance and instruction for using Word processing, resume template, job search engines, online job applications and career exploration software•Reviewed employment resumes and covering letters; provided editing, proofreading, and critiquing, suggesting ways to more effectively present skills and accomplishments•Consulted with and researched community resources to promote the Centre and update information on other services•Provided overall job search assistance, advice and guidance

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  Armdale Yacht Club

  • Halifax, Canada Area

  • Editor, "Burgee" Newsletter and e-News (Volunteer Position)

    • Jan 2010 - Nov 2013
    • Halifax, Canada Area

    Editor, Armdale Yacht Club weekly e-News, electronic publication emailed to Club Membership subscribersEditor, Armdale Yacht Club "Burgee", quarterly newsletter distributed to Club Membership subscribers and available online in PDF format at www.armdaleyachtclub.ns.ca

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  Safety Source Ltd.

  • Customer Service / Services Scheduler

    • Nov 2009 - Aug 2010

    Fire and Safety supply company, locally owned and operated. As Senior CSR / Services Scheduler, I was the main contact for all services scheduling for SCBA Tech. Services throughout Atlantic Canada. Also key support for 3 salesmen, all shipping / receiving, maintaining quotes and contracts, tenders and bids, involved in process planning and development. Main inside consultant for all high-profile accounts, providing advice, product & shipping information and compliance solutions to key account buyers via phone or walk-in consultations.

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  Intertek

  • Administrative Assistant

    • Nov 2008 - Nov 2009

    Prepare and edit client reports and lab test results, distribute completed reports to clientsAssemble invoice packages, verify completeness and accuracy, generate and review invoices prior to submissionTrack employee time sheets and record hours workedSchedule courier pick ups and deliveries, track shipments, prepare shipping documentsPrepare expense forms, solicit necessary receipts or documents from inspectorsOrganize and maintain files, ensure all documents are in order and ready for customer auditsAnswer phones, main liaison between customers and management team

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  Century Vallen

  • Senior CSR / Services Manager

    • Jan 2000 - Jan 2008

    Order Entry, Quotes, Bids & Tenders, Gas Monitor Services, Cash & Petty Cash Reconciliation

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  Calgary, AB

  • Senior Purchaser House of Tools

    • Jan 1993 - Jan 2000

    Analyze & Control Inventory Levels, Vendor Negotiations, Freight Quotes, Marketing Input