Hospital Volunteer at North York General Hospital (2026-01 – Present)
- Support patients, families, staff, and hospital operations in a respectful, safe, and team-oriented healthcare environment.
- Assist with administrative and unit support tasks, including organizing documents, preparing materials, directing inquiries, and helping maintain smooth daily workflow.
- Support mealtime operations by assisting with meal setup, tray organization, patient comfort, and maintaining a clean and respectful environment within volunteer role boundaries.
- Assist with patient support tasks such as wayfinding, escorting, and wheelchair assistance as directed by hospital staff.
- Follow hospital expectations related to confidentiality, infection prevention, PPE use, patient dignity, volunteer boundaries, and professional conduct.
- Completed required onboarding, orientation, documentation, health and safety preparation, and compliance requirements.
Volunteer – Long-Term Care Support & Sunshadowing Program at Cummer Lodge Long-Term Care Home (2025-06 – Present)
- Selected for the Sunshadowing Program, a structured initiative providing guided exposure to patient care and healthcare workflows.
- Trained by healthcare professionals to appropriately assist residents while adhering to safety, dignity, and confidentiality standards.
- Supported daily unit operations by maintaining clean, organized, and sanitary environments, contributing to infection prevention and patient safety.
- Worked alongside nursing staff, PSWs, and support teams in a regulated healthcare setting.
- Provided direct support to residents with daily activities, contributing to a safe, respectful, and patient-centered care environment while working alongside PSWs and nursing staff.
Long-Term Care Volunteer at Extendicare Bayview (2022-02 – 2022-07)
- Assisted with maintaining clean, organized dining and common areas to support resident safety and infection prevention.
- Interacted respectfully with residents and staff, maintaining a calm and supportive presence in a care environment.
- Observed nurses and PSWs during daily care activities, gaining familiarity with patient interaction, workflows, and teamwork in long-term care.
Co-op Placement – Nursing Home (Clinical Exposure) at Extendicare Bayview (2022-01 – 2022-09)
- Shadowed Registered Nurses and PSWs, observing resident care, documentation practices, and professional communication.
- Assisted with organizing and transporting patient charts and documents, supporting unit efficiency and workflow.
- Observed interdisciplinary coordination, including shift handovers and team communication in a regulated healthcare setting.
Workshop & Event Support Volunteer at Canadian Stuttering Association (CSA) (2025-05 – Present)
- Supported workshops and events focused on communication support and inclusive community engagement.
- Assisted with participant support, event coordination, and collaborative program activities.
- Gained insight into communication advocacy, mentorship, and patient-centered interaction through involvement in the stuttering community.
Youth Program & Community Volunteer at Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) Toronto (2019-07 – 2019-12)
- Completed leadership and communication workshops.
- Led guided tours for groups of ~50 participants.
- Prepared and served meals to seniors in a retirement home.
- Completed CPR training, gaining foundational life-saving skills.
Kitchen & Community Support Volunteer at Daily Bread Food Bank (2025-01 – Present)
- Support food bank operations through food sorting, organization, packaging, scanning, and distribution for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
- Assist staff and volunteers with food preparation, sanitation, and maintaining organized workspaces in a fast-paced community service environment.
- Help ensure safe and efficient workflow by organizing food items, checking products, supporting packaging tasks, and following instructions carefully.
- Collaborate with staff and volunteers to provide respectful, efficient, and dignity-focused service to community members.
- Contribute to community outreach efforts focused on accessibility, food security, and supporting vulnerable populations.
Community & Youth Support Volunteer at North York Community House (NYCH) (2020-12 – 2021-06)
- Mentored newcomer youth to Canada, providing academic and personal support.
- Provided translation services (English ↔ Tagalog / Ilocano), improving accessibility for families.
- Participated in diverse educational and creative workshops.
Nanny & Family Support Volunteer at Private Family (2021-06 – 2024-06)
- Supervised children, ensuring safety, hygiene, and emotional well-being.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, and hygiene routines, preventing infections and skin issues.
- Prepared meals and maintained clean, organized living environments.
Barber (Part-Time) at Independent Barber Services (2023-09 – Present)
- Operate an independent barbering service while balancing full-time university studies, managing appointments, client communication, scheduling, and customer relationships.
- Provide professional grooming services to a diverse client base while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, precision, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Built a growing client network through consistent service quality, reliability, interpersonal communication, and professionalism.
- Developed strong conversational, relationship-building, and client-centered communication skills through one-on-one interactions in professional and community settings.
- Demonstrated entrepreneurship, accountability, time management, and self-discipline through independently managing services, finances, and client satisfaction.
Kitchen Helper at Markham Convention Centre (2023-09 – 2024-09)
- Supported kitchen and banquet operations in a high-volume, fast-paced hospitality environment during large-scale events and functions.
- Assisted chefs and kitchen staff with food preparation, ingredient organization, plating, and maintaining efficient kitchen workflow during service periods.
- Collaborated closely with servers, kitchen staff, and event teams to ensure smooth operations, timely food service, and positive guest experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards across kitchen, preparation, and dining areas in accordance with workplace protocols.
- Adapted to multiple responsibilities under time-sensitive conditions, demonstrating teamwork, reliability, organization, and the ability to perform effectively in demanding environments.
