Marlene Edwards

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Nova Scotia, B0J 2L0

902-***-****

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EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS;

• Thirteen years as a camp cook in remote areas of Canada’s north

• 8 years as a caregiver

• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently

• Committed to achieving excellence in all tasks

• Very personable, outgoing, and able to relate to people from diverse backgrounds

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Team player, but also leadership skills and experience leading a team

• Willing and able to refresh and/or acquire courses and certifications

EDUCATION:

Timmins High and Vocational School, Timmins Ontario, Grade 12

Home Support Worker Course, Northwood Home Care, Halifax Nova Scotia, completed June 9, 2000

WORKSHOPS:

Clinical Assessment; Conflict Resolution; Mental Illness I and Basic Principles; Art of Setting Limits; Non- Aversive Behavior Change and Individual Program Planning; Medication Administration; Food Safety; WHMIS, CPR/Emergency/Standard First Aid

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY:

Camp Cook – Camp Lochalsh/Loch Island, Lochalsh Ontario- Hunting and Fishing Lodge

May 2015 – September 2019 Supervisor and Employer – Andy Wilson

Responsibilities included (but not exclusive to):

Ensured all meals were done on time and adhered to all safety policies and procedures as well as accommodated food allergies and specific diet requests; ordered groceries and planned menus with compliance to the company budget as well as maintained a clean and sanitized work area at all times.

M. Edwards page 2 – resume

Camp Cook - Royal Camp Services, Grande Prairie AB, October 2007 – April 2015

Grande Prairie Alberta Supervisor: Rick Wall

Worked in remote areas of Canada’s north as a first cook and second cook in oil rigs, pipelines, open camps and construction camps

Responsibilities included (but not exclusive to):

Prepared daily meals and desserts; ensured timelines were met and proper inventory was available; prepared weekly grocery lists; managed and delegated kitchen operations; demonstrated ability to safely use and clean kitchen equipment; assisted with loading, unloading and organization of groceries and supplies.

RESIDENTIAL CARE WORKER - Masonview Homes, January 2002 –June 2007

4 Mason Street, Dartmouth, NS Supervisor: Cindy Donahue

Responsibilities included (but not exclusive to):

Worked with schizophrenia, brain damage, cognitive disabilities as a full time residential care worker; accompanied clients on outings such as shopping, entertainment and appointments; maintained a daily log regarding clients activities; monitored clients physical, emotional and mental needs and reported any issues to the supervisors; managed the home and ensured all was clean, safe and healthy and food was prepared according to Food Safety Policies.

HOME SUPPORT WORKER - Northwood Home Care, Halifax, NS, October 1999-January 2002

Responsibilities included (but not exclusive to):

Assisted clients in their homes with cooking, cleaning, bathing, shopping, recreational activities, medication reminders, dressing, and pet care all the time encouraging independence and maintaining a happy and positive environment for the client; maintained a daily log and reported all and any changes or issues to the management.

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