Gracie Stanford
Bishop's Falls
Summary
With a proven track record at Lion Max Simms Memorial Camp, I excel in child supervision and operational efficiency, enhancing camper safety and boosting morale. My expertise in conflict resolution and cashier training has fostered positive environments and improved team performance, embodying leadership and empathy in every role.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
Gander Military Family Resource Centre
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Organized special events such as talent shows or theme days, creating memorable experiences for campers.
- Provided first aid assistance when needed, prioritizing camper health and well-being at all times.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to create a cohesive team environment conducive to a successful camp experience.
- Promoted personal growth among campers by encouraging independence, resilience, and problem-solving skills.
- Ensured camper safety by closely monitoring activities and adhering to established protocols.
6 Week Field Placement
FACT Team
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Planned groups
- Helped out with groups
- Getting things prepared for groups
- Observing Staff with Clients
Camp Counselor
Lion Max Simms Memorial Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Boosted camp morale by fostering a supportive, inclusive, and fun environment for all participants.
Education
Associate of Arts - Mental Health And Addictions
College Of The North Alantic
06-2025
High School Diploma -
Leo Burke Academy
06-2023
Skills
- Procedural adherence
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Child supervision
- Planning and scheduling
- Patience and understanding
- Empathy and patience
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Workplace safety
- Store operations
- Operational efficiency
- Cashier training
Languages
English
Elementary
French
Elementary
Certification
- Standard First Aid
- Suicide First aid
- Naloxone Training
- Mental Health First Aid
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
- Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behavior
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Gander Military Family Resource Centre
06.2024 - 08.2024
6 Week Field Placement
FACT Team
05.2024 - 06.2024
Camp Counselor
Lion Max Simms Memorial Camp
06.2022 - 08.2022
Associate of Arts - Mental Health And Addictions
College Of The North Alantic
High School Diploma -
Leo Burke Academy
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