Steven Dasman

Red Cross CPR and First Aid Instructor with 10+ years of experience delivering trainings, facilitating educational programs, and developing staff and volunteers. Skilled in emergency response, risk management, classroom instruction, and hands-on skills training. Proven ability to engage diverse learners, maintain high safety standards, and create positive learning environments.

Assistant Director of Recreation Programs - The WELL at Sacramento State - Sacramento, CA

(2024-06)

• Train and supervise professional staff and 45+ student employees on safety procedures, emergency response protocols, and operational best practices.
• Lead department-wide staff development, onboarding, and safety training programs.
• Respond to emergency situations and critical incidents while coordinating appropriate follow-up and documentation.
• Collaborate with campus partners to promote health, wellness, and safety initiatives.
• Develop and implement training systems that support staff competency and risk reduction.
• Oversee recreation programs serving diverse student populations.

Program Manager - Waypoint Adventure - Lexington, MA

(2017-01 - 2024-12)

• Delivered and facilitated more than 500 adaptive outdoor and experiential education programs for youth and adults.
• Trained and supervised over 300 volunteers and 25+ facilitators in safety procedures, participant support, and program operations.
• Led staff orientation, ongoing professional development, and skills-based trainings.
• Managed participant health and safety while responding effectively to emergencies and unexpected situations.
• Developed educational curriculum and instructional materials to support staff learning and participant success.
• Maintained compliance with organizational risk management and safety standards.

Professional Facilitator - Project Adventure - Beverly, MA

(2016-01 - 2019-12)

• Facilitated experiential education programs focused on communication, leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving.
• Delivered instruction to groups of varying ages, backgrounds, and experience levels.
• Adapted teaching methods to support diverse learning styles and participant needs.
• Maintained safe learning environments during physically and emotionally challenging activities.

Bachelor of Science - Biomedical Science (Medical & Veterinary) - University of New Hampshire (2016-01)