Dani Bone-Crbishley

Dani Bone-Corbishley

28 Briggs Ave. Ottawa, ON, K2E 6W6   ~   Home: 613-680-4680  ~   Cell: 613-301-2647   ~   [email protected]

PROFILE

I am mature, reliable, conscientious, creative, energetic and capable of taking initiative. I am quite flexible and have excelled in working independently as well as with teams both as a member and a leader.

EXPERIENCE

Aquafit Instructor - September 2013 – Present

City of Ottawa, Various Pools – Ottawa, Ontario

As a member of the team of fitness providers, I am responsible for programming and leading a variety of AquaFit clases including turbo, light, deep water and HeartWise classes. I am also available to fill in for instructors who are unable to lead their classes.

Choreographer / Performer / Graphic Designer / Volunteer - September 2005 - Current

Suzart Productions – Ottawa, Ontario

As a member of Suzart Productions, I have had the opportunity to take on many various tasks. Performer - I have been a goal oriented member of various teams that had to follow instructions to the letter, learn quickly and still be flexible and adaptable. Choreographer - I have used effective recruitment, leadership, communication, planning and logistic skills. Graphic Designer – I have designed logos and posters for various productions both independently and as a part of a team. General volunteer - I have had the opportunity to work with many people of all ages providing service or labour as was needed.

Home Daycare Provider - September 2008 – July 2013

Dani the Nanny – Ottawa, Ontario

I own and operate my home based 'playcare' and as such I am responsible for the care of up to 5 children ages 11 months to 7 years, programming, leading and reviewing all activities, meal planning and service, budgeting, bookkeeping and maintenance of all materials, facilities and equipment.

Life Enrichment Assistant - July 2004 - December 2008

The Salvation Army Ottawa Grace Manor – Ottawa, Ontario

As Life Enrichment Assistant I was a member of a team responsible for programming and implementing quality recreation and fitness programs for 128 residents with long term care needs. These programs addressed the social, physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the residents. Other duties included charting, some desktop publishing, assisting with community events and outings, serving, and feeding residents.

Activities Manager - December 2003 – May 2004

Thorncliffe Retirement Residence

As term manager of a small recreation team, I was in charge of revitalizing the existing recreation and fitness programs as well as the development and initiation of new programs. I recruited and trained staff and volunteers and assisted the recreation team to deliver the best possible service to the residents. I reviewed and revitalized the operations budget and communicated all outcomes to the board of residents and the owners.

Activation Assistant - April 2002 - November 2003

Island Lodge Long Term Care Centre – Ottawa, Ontario

As Activation Assistant I was responsible for programming and implementing quality recreation programs for 24 residents with long term care needs as well as working as a team member to provide larger scale activities for all 168 residents. These programs addressed the social, physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the residents. Other duties included charting, assisting with community events and outings, and feeding residents.

EDUCATION

Algonquin College - 2002

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Recreation and Leisure Services ~ Diploma

I graduated with honours, concentrating in therapeutic recreation for seniors.

CERTIFICATIONS

CALA Verticle Water Training – 2013

CALA Group Aqua Fitness Leaders - 2013

Ottawa University Heart Institute, HeartWise - 2013

Basic, Standard and Emergency First Aid - 2013

CPR – 2013

PRO High Five - 2002

RLSSC National Lifeguard Service - 1996

Red Cross Swim Instructors - 1996

Recreation Facilities Association of B.C. Pool Operator Level I - 1997

QUALIFICATIONS