pamelaplantingaCreat ive. A�able. Cur ious.

ABOUT

604-612-4014 pplantin@sfu.ca

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EDUCATIONBIOMEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY & KINESIOLOGY

Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC

Major: B.S. Behavioural Neuroscience, Joint Program of Psychology and Kinesiology (CGPA: 3.73 / 4.33)

Co-operative Education Program

May 2013 - Present

GENERAL STUDIES

Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo, BC

Major: B.S. Biology (CGPA: 3.77/ 4.0)

Awards: Dean’s Honor List (2011-2013), Pieter de Reuver Fdn Chemistry Bursary

Sept. 2011- Apr. 2013

APPLIED BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM

North Island College, Campell River, BC

Programs: O�ce Assistant Certi�cate

FRENCH PROGRAM

Université Laval, Quebec City, QC

Programs: French as a Second Language, Explore Program

Aug. 2009 - July 2010

May 2009 - June 2009

Sept. 2008- Apr. 2009

FRENCH COURSE

North Island College, Courtenay, BC

Programs: Intermediate French Course

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I am a creative individual who specializes in interacting with people and providing care. I am a lifelong learner. Past references have

noted that I am a quiet leader who leads by example. I consider myself an excellent listener with the gift of patience. Employers have

considered me engaging, trustworthy and competent when providing service for their company.

in each listed jobPROFESSIONAL SKILLS UTILIZEDSupported persons with developmental disabilities in their daily lives by creating as much opportunity as possible for their

independance and self identity by teaching them life skills and engaging them in recreational, social activities

E�ectively supported individuals with various challenging behaviours, meanwhile adhering to speci�c behavioural protocols

Scheduled and attended community events and appointments, including attending the 2010 Vancouver Paralympic Games

with two clients in wheelchairs, providing full care for two days)

Utilized medical terminology and acquired transfer-of-function skills from Registered Nurses to administer medications and to

implement speci�c medical protocols

Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of colleagues, relatives of clients, and external professionals including Occupational

and Physiotherapists, Dentists, Surgeons, Nurses, Doctors, and Emergency Response Units

Designed specialized menu-plans for clients, based on existing diets such as Glycemic Index and GERD, conducted grocery

shopping with clients, and prepared all meals for groups up to 15 people

Provided personal care, including bathing, personal hygiene, dressing, lifts and transfers

Assisted managers in entering payroll data in Excel spreadsheets, ensuring timely submissions to the head o�ce for review

Managed client �nances by assisting them in transactions, performing bank withdrawals and deposits, and documenting

account balances

Charted daily, monthly, and annual notes, and submitted Internal and Critical Incident Reports according to company policies

and clients’ personalized program plans

CERTIFICATES

MENTIONS

INTRO. TO COMMUNITY SUPPORT WORKER CERT.

- Person-Centered Thinking

- Supporting Individuals Through

Valued Attachments (SIVA)

- Mandt System® training for

behaviour management

Children’s Program Co-leader: Harvest Baptist Church

She was always willing to do

the extras and she was quick

with...trying [new] things

to...improve the quality of life

of the individuals...serv[ed].

- Shelley Werner, Program

Manager, NACL

Not only is she able to take

direction from authority, but

she is also able to take

initiative, implement new ideas,

and be willing to try anything.

She is a joy to observe in

action.

- Sue Milroy, Camp Director, Camp

Imadene

Organize crafts, lead games and songs, provide mentorship to children aged 4-12 yearsACTIVITIES

Langley, BCMay 2013- Present

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OTHER CERTIFICATIONS

- First Aid (CPR, AED)

- WHMIS

- Foodsafe

- Class 4 Driver’s Liscense

- Piano: Royal Conservatory of Music

(Grade 8 & Theory Exams)

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTChildren

Co-Counselor: Camp Imadene

Cabin co-counselor for groups of ten girls aged 12-14 yrs ACTIVITIES

Mesachie Lake, B.C.Summers ‘03 & ’04

HorticultureAdvocate: Sustainable SFU

Distribution of and promotion of the Harvest Box Program; set-up and take-down of booth; customer service; cash handling; taking orders

HARVEST BOX PROGRAM & POCKET MARKET

Burnaby, B.C.

INTERESTS

Attend events for planting, harvesting, and educational purposes; assist in maintenance of garden plots such as watering and weeding

COMMUNITY & LEARNING GARDEN

Horticultural Assistant: Genesis Plant Propagation Ltd.

Assist in various stages of propagation of �owering plants: taking cuttings, rooting, spacing, sorting cuttings, and preparing orders

ACTIVITIES

Langley, B.C.

May 2013 - Present

Dec.2013 - Present

- Fine art & crafts

- Playing piano, guitar, and ukelele

- Outdoor activities and gardening

- Learning French

- Health & Alternative Medicine

- Neuroscience (Endocrinology)

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Nanaimo Association for Community Living

Provided high quality, supportive full-spectrum-care for adults with developmental

disabilities within 3 residential and 1 day programs who required assistive devices such as

lifts, transfers, wheelchairs, customized washrooms, and specialized eating methods.

Completed all company employment requirements within the 6 month probation

period, including an Introductory to Community Support Worker Certi�cate

Provided supportive and dynamic care to individuals with physical and cognitive

developmental disabilities, ranging up to full-spectrum care in 3 residential homes.

J. Garnons Williams Ltd.

Communitas Supportive Care Society

EXPERIENCE

Supported individuals with developmental disabilities by providing services that

promote whole life balance within group homes, a day program, a Snoezelen Room,

one-on-one respite care, and within the community.

Worked one-on-one with individuals with challenging behaviour

Dec. 2010- Jan. 2012

Sept.2010- Apr. 2013

Nov. 2007- Sept. 2010

Community Support Worker (5.5 yrs)

pamelaplantingaCreat ive. A�able. Cur ious.

Nanaimo, BC

Campbell River, BC

Nanaimo, BC

Pamela Plantinga  

                        10438 132 Street, Surrey, BC, V3T 3V4

                 pplantin@sfu.ca

                604-612-4014 PROFILE: I am a second year undergraduate student at Simon Fraser University, majoring in Behavioural Neuroscience. I have an aptitude for learning, and a keen desire to engage my curiosity in what I learn. I am flexible and am able to adapt to a variety of surroundings, including both team‐based and individual settings, being resourceful, innovative, an effective problem‐solver, and ready to face challenges. I am honest, reliable, respectful. I am proficient at written and spoken communication, and values active listening. I have multiple non‐academic interests such as horticulture, music, and fine art, as well as a natural interest in helping others.  

EDUCATION: Simon Fraser University 

Burnaby, B.C. 

 

Bachelor of Science 

Major in Behavioral Neuroscience 

Department of Biomedical Physiology & Kinesiology (BPK) 

CGPA: 3.77 / 4.3 

MAY2013‐PRESENT

Vancouver Island University Nanaimo, B.C. 

 

Bachelor of Science 

University Transferable studies 

Deans’ Honor List 

CGPA: 3.77/ 4.0 

SEPT. 2011‐APR. 2013

North Island College Campbell River, B.C. (Distance) 

Office Assistant Certificate 

Applied Business Technology Program  AUG.2009‐JULY2010  

Courtenay, B.C. (Distance)  Intermediate French  SEPT. 2008‐APR. 2009

Université Laval Quebec City, Q.C. 

French as a Second Language, Explore Program 

 

MAY‐JUNE2009

G.P. Vanier Secondary Courtenay, B.C. 

High school diploma 

Honor Roll (Grades 10‐12) 

Grade 12 Provincial Scholarship Award; Passport to Education; Knights of Columbus Bursary 

SEPT. 2003‐JUNE2006

CERTIFICATIONS: Introductory to Community Support Worker Certificate 

o Person‐Centered Thinking Training o SIVA Training (Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments) o Mandt ® Training 

Standard First‐Aid; CPR Level C; AED‐training WHMIS Certificate Food Safe Certificate 

B.C. Class 4 Driver’s license unrestricted 

Piano: Royal Conservatory of Music (grade 8 exam; 2 Theory exams) 

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SKILLS   Typing speed average: 70 wpm 

Familiarity with medical terminology, including medications 

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY: Community Support Worker 

Nanaimo Association for Community Living (NACL) Nanaimo, B.C. 

SEPT.  2010–APR.2013  

3 group homes, 1 Day Program, some one‐on‐one respite care  

Community Support Worker 

J. Garnons Williams Ltd. Nanaimo, B.C.  

DEC.  2010‐JAN.  2012  

3 group homes  

Residential Support Worker  

Communitas Supportive Care Society Campbell River, B.C. 

NOV.  2007‐SEPT.2010  

supporting developmentally disabled adults in their daily lives within their homes and within their community community events and appointments, including out‐of‐town travelling  (i.e. Paralympic Games 2010) client finances G.I. Diet menu‐planning cooking & meal preparation grocery shopping house cleaning personal care administering medications (medical terminology knowledge) payroll submission documentation following medical & behavioural protocols. 

SFU COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: SustainableSFU Simon Fraser University Burnaby, B.C. 

Harvest Box Program & Pocket Market  (distribution & advocating of Harvest Boxes) 

Community & Learning Garden (maintenance; group events)  

MAY  2013‐PRESENT  

OTHER COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT Harvest Baptist Church Langley, B.C. 

Extra‐Mile Club  o Children’s program (aged 4‐12yrs.) 

Orchestra (Guitar, Piano) 

Choir (sing alto)   

MAY  2013‐PRESENT  

Rotary Interact Club G.P. Vanier Secondary School Courtenay, B.C. 

Active member 

Club Co‐President in grade 12  

SEPT.  2003‐JUNE  2006  

Camp Imadene  Weekly Camp Counselor & Co‐counselor  SUMMERS  2002,  2003  

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Mesachie Lake, B.C.  Middle‐school teenage girls 

INTERESTS: Crafting  Biking, Rollerblading  Learning French  Hiking, Camping, Skiing Playing instruments  Cooking  Horticulture/ Botany  Health & Alternative 

Medicine Neuroscience (Endocrinology) 

     

    

To Tink: Here is a list of courses taken at university: BIOL 156/157: Human Anatomy & Physiology (with labs) (VIU) BISC 101: Biological Sciences (Cells, Plants, & Animals) (with labs) (SFU) CHEM 140/141: General Chemistry (with labs) (VIU) CHEM 231: Organic Chemistry I (with labs) (VIU) PHYS 101/ 102: Physics for Life Sciences (with labs) (VIU) ENGL 115 & 125: General English, & Literature (VIU) SOC 100: Intro to Sociology I (VIU) FRCH 100, 230, & 320: Intermediate French, French & Culture, & French Phonetics/Linguistics (VIU) MATH 151/ 152: Calculus I & II (VIU) PSYC 100/ 102: Intro to Psychology I & II (VIU & SFU) PSYC 201W: Research Methods in Psychology (SFU) PSYC 210: Data Analysis in Psychology (STATS) (SFU) PSYC 280: Biological Psychology (Intro to Neuroscience) (SFU) BPK 142: Intro to Kinesiology (SFU) Currently: BPK 205: Intro to Human Physiology MBB 201: Cellular Biology PSYC 300W: Critical Analysis of Issues in Psychology