Brandy O’Donnell

145 Arbour Glen Cres

London ON, N5Y2A4
519-697-9612 brandy.o@live.com

OBJECTIVE: To support individuals experiencing homelessness and provide leadership and

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SUMMARY/HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS

Graduated from Developmental Services Worker Diploma Program

Experience in supervising placement students
Experience in assisting students with adaptive technology
Experience in providing support to students in the classroom
Educated in behaviour management and dual diagnosis
Effective leadership skills and excellent interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills
Certified in First Aid and CPR

EDUCATION

Developmental Services Worker Diploma Sept 2014 - April 2016

Fanshawe College London, ON
Addictions and Community Service Worker Diploma April 2010 – Feb 2011
Everest College London, ON

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CICE Program Fanshawe College Sept 2016- Present

Learning Facilitator
Advise Professors of modifications to learning outcomes
Provide support in the classroom including note taking, lab work, and group work facilitating
Assist students in using adaptive technology
Advocate for student concerns

DSW Program Fanshawe College Jan 2017- Present

Placement Supervisor
Supervise students in the Developmental Services Worker Diploma Program
Ensure students have a positive placement experience
Encourage students to take as many learning opportunities as possible
Ensure students are following policies and procedures required by the agency as well as Fanshawe
VON Family Supports Program Jan 2016- Dec 2016

Support Worker
Provided one to one support to children both in the community and in their homes
Provided support to children with challenging behaviours
Assisted with normal activities of daily living and personal care
Assisted children in developing new skills

Jenny Craig, London, ON Feb 2011- March 2015

Weight loss Consultant

Motivated and empowered client to reach their personal goals
Kept all personal information confidential
Exercised careful listening skills as clients presented their needs
Facilitated weekly meetings with clients to discuss progress

U Weightloss Clinic, London, ON June 2009-2011

Herbal Magic, London, ON June 2008 – June 2009

Health Coach
Interviewed clients to obtain personal medical information
Handled objections effectively and resolved concerns
Assessed health history forms and reviewed fitness and nutritional goals
Suggested health program options and answered all questions
Composed and maintained accurate records
Provided aftercare and follow-up
Performed daily meal planning for clients

Placement Experience

CICE Program Fanshawe College Jan 2016- April 2016

Learning Facilitator

Sir John A Macdonald Elementary School, London, ON Sept 2015- Dec 2015

Educational Assistant
Assisted in a classroom with children age 7-9 years of age
Assisted students one on one using hand over hand techniques
Assisted students in math and language development
Ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children
Assisted EA’s in implementing appropriate behaviour plans
Supported children with a developmental delay, ADHD, and a mental illness