Pamela Plantinga has experience providing care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities. She has a Bachelor's degree in Behavioural Neuroscience from Simon Fraser University and certificates in community support work. Pamela has strong communication, organizational and caregiving skills developed through 5 years of experience in various roles supporting individuals in residential homes and day programs. She is a lifelong learner with interests in horticulture, music and helping others. Pamela is seeking new opportunities to apply her skills and passion for caring for individuals in a supportive work environment.

1. pamelaplantinga
linkedin.com/in/pamelaplantinga
604-612-4014
pplantin@sfu.ca
Cre at i ve. Affa b l e. Cu r i o u s.
ABOUT
I am a creative individual who specializes in interacting with people and providing care. I am a lifelong learner. Past references have
noted that I am a quiet leader who leads by example. I consider myself an excellent listener with the gift of patience. Employers have
considered me engaging, trustworthy and competent when providing service for their company.
EDUCATION
May 2013 Present
BIOMEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY & KINESIOLOGY
Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, BC
Major: B.S. Behavioural Neuroscience, Joint Program of Psychology and Kinesiology (CGPA: 3.73 / 4.33)
Co-operative Education Program
Sept. 2011Apr. 2013
GENERAL STUDIES
Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo, BC
Major: B.S. Biology (CGPA: 3.77/ 4.0)
Awards: Dean’s Honor List (2011-2013), Pieter de Reuver Fdn Chemistry Bursary
Aug. 2009 July 2010
APPLIED BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
North Island College, Campell River, BC
Programs: Office Assistant Certificate
Sept. 2008Apr. 2009
FRENCH COURSE
North Island College, Courtenay, BC
Programs: Intermediate French Course
May 2009 June 2009
FRENCH PROGRAM
Université Laval, Quebec City, QC
Programs: French as a Second Language, Explore Program
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS UTILIZED
in each listed job
Supported persons with developmental disabilities in their daily lives by creating as much opportunity as possible for their
independance and self identity by teaching them life skills and engaging them in recreational, social activities
Effectively supported individuals with various challenging behaviours, meanwhile adhering to specific behavioural protocols
Scheduled and attended community events and appointments, including attending the 2010 Vancouver Paralympic Games
with two clients in wheelchairs, providing full care for two days)
Utilized medical terminology and acquired transfer-of-function skills from Registered Nurses to administer medications and to
implement specific medical protocols
Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team of colleagues, relatives of clients, and external professionals including Occupational
and Physiotherapists, Dentists, Surgeons, Nurses, Doctors, and Emergency Response Units
Designed specialized menu-plans for clients, based on existing diets such as Glycemic Index and GERD, conducted grocery
shopping with clients, and prepared all meals for groups up to 15 people
Provided personal care, including bathing, personal hygiene, dressing, lifts and transfers
Assisted managers in entering payroll data in Excel spreadsheets, ensuring timely submissions to the head office for review
Managed client finances by assisting them in transactions, performing bank withdrawals and deposits, and documenting
account balances
Charted daily, monthly, and annual notes, and submitted Internal and Critical Incident Reports according to company policies
and clients’ personalized program plans
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Cre at i ve. Affa b le. Cu r i o u s.
EXPERIENCE
CERTIFICATES
Community Support Worker (5.5 yrs)
INTRO. TO COMMUNITY
SUPPORT WORKER CERT.
Nanaimo, BC
- Person-Centered Thinking
Supported individuals with developmental disabilities by providing services that
Sept.2010Apr. 2013
Nanaimo Association for Community Living
- Supporting Individuals Through
promote whole life balance within group homes, a day program, a Snoezelen Room,
Valued Attachments (SIVA)
one-on-one respite care, and within the community.
Worked one-on-one with individuals with challenging behaviour
Dec. 2010Jan. 2012
- Mandt System® training for
behaviour management
J. Garnons Williams Ltd.
OTHER CERTIFICATIONS
Provided high quality, supportive full-spectrum-care for adults with developmental
- First Aid (CPR, AED)
disabilities within 3 residential and 1 day programs who required assistive devices such as
- WHMIS
lifts, transfers, wheelchairs, customized washrooms, and specialized eating methods.
Nov. 2007Sept. 2010
Nanaimo, BC
- Foodsafe
- Class 4 Driver’s Liscense
Communitas Supportive Care Society
- Piano: Royal Conservatory of Music
Campbell River, BC
(Grade 8 & Theory Exams)
Completed all company employment requirements within the 6 month probation
Provided supportive and dynamic care to individuals with physical and cognitive
INTERESTS
developmental disabilities, ranging up to full-spectrum care in 3 residential homes.
- Fine art & crafts
period, including an Introductory to Community Support Worker Certificate
- Playing piano, guitar, and ukelele
- Outdoor activities and gardening
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Children
May 2013Present
- Learning French
- Health & Alternative Medicine
Children’s Program Co-leader: Harvest Baptist Church
- Neuroscience (Endocrinology)
Langley, BC
ACTIVITIES
Organize crafts, lead games and songs, provide mentorship to children aged 4-12 years
Summers ‘
03 & ’04
Co-Counselor: Camp Imadene
Mesachie Lake, B.C.
MENTIONS
“
to...improve the quality of life
Horticulture
Advocate: Sustainable SFU
May 2013 Burnaby, B.C.
HARVEST BOX PROGRAM & POCKET MARKET
Distribution of and promotion of the Harvest Box Program; set-up and take-down of
booth; customer service; cash handling; taking orders
the extras and she was quick
with...trying [new] things
ACTIVITIES
Cabin co-counselor for groups of ten girls aged 12-14 yrs
Present
She was always willing to do
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of the individuals...serv[ed].
- Shelley Werner, Program
Manager, NACL
“
Not only is she able to take
direction from authority, but
she is also able to take
COMMUNITY & LEARNING GARDEN
Attend events for planting, harvesting, and educational purposes; assist in maintenance
of garden plots such as watering and weeding
Dec.2013
- Present
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initiative, implement new ideas,
Horticultural Assistant: Genesis Plant Propagation Ltd.
action.
Langley, B.C.
- Sue Milroy, Camp Director, Camp
ACTIVITIES
Assist in various stages of propagation of flowering plants: taking cuttings, rooting,
spacing, sorting cuttings, and preparing orders
Imadene
and be willing to try anything.
She is a joy to observe in
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3. Pamela Plantinga
10438 132 Street,
Surrey, BC, V3T 3V4
pplantin@sfu.ca
604-612-4014
P ROFILE :
I am a second year undergraduate student at Simon Fraser University, majoring in Behavioural Neuroscience. I
have an aptitude for learning, and a keen desire to engage my curiosity in what I learn. I am flexible and am able
to adapt to a variety of surroundings, including both team‐based and individual settings, being resourceful,
innovative, an effective problem‐solver, and ready to face challenges. I am honest, reliable, respectful. I am
proficient at written and spoken communication, and values active listening. I have multiple non‐academic
interests such as horticulture, music, and fine art, as well as a natural interest in helping others.
E DUCATION :
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, B.C.
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, B.C.
North Island College
Campbell River, B.C.
(Distance)
Courtenay, B.C. (Distance)
Université Laval
M A Y 2013‐P R E S E N T
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Bachelor of Science
Major in Behavioral Neuroscience
Department of Biomedical Physiology &
Kinesiology (BPK)
CGPA: 3.77 / 4.3
Bachelor of Science
University Transferable studies
Deans’ Honor List
CGPA: 3.77/ 4.0
Office Assistant Certificate
Applied Business Technology Program
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Intermediate French
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French as a Second Language, Explore
Program
S E P T . 2008‐A P R .
2009
M A Y ‐J U N E 2009
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Quebec City, Q.C.
G.P. Vanier Secondary
Courtenay, B.C.
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High school diploma
Honor Roll (Grades 10‐12)
Grade 12 Provincial Scholarship Award;
Passport to Education; Knights of
Columbus Bursary
C ERTIFICATIONS :
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Introductory to Community Support Worker Certificate
o Person‐Centered Thinking Training
o SIVA Training (Supporting Individuals through Valued Attachments)
o Mandt ® Training
Standard First‐Aid; CPR Level C; AED‐training
WHMIS Certificate
Food Safe Certificate
B.C. Class 4 Driver’s license unrestricted
Piano: Royal Conservatory of Music (grade 8 exam; 2 Theory exams)
S E P T . 2011‐A P R .
2013
A U G . 2009‐J U L Y
2010
S E P T . 2003‐J U N E
2006

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S KILLS
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Typing speed average: 70 wpm
Familiarity with medical terminology, including medications
E MPLOYMENT H ISTORY :
Community Support Worker
Nanaimo Association for
Community Living (NACL)
3 group homes, 1 Day Program, some one‐on‐one respite care
Nanaimo, B.C.
S E P T . 2010–A P R .2013
Community Support Worker
J. Garnons Williams Ltd.
3 group homes
Nanaimo, B.C.
D E C . 2010‐J A N . 2012
Residential Support Worker
Communitas Supportive Care
Society
Campbell River, B.C.
N O V . 2007‐S E P T .2010
supporting developmentally disabled adults in their daily lives within their
homes and within their community
community events and appointments, including out‐of‐town travelling
(i.e. Paralympic Games 2010)
client finances
G.I. Diet menu‐planning
cooking & meal preparation
grocery shopping
house cleaning
personal care
administering medications (medical terminology knowledge)
payroll submission
documentation
following medical & behavioural protocols.
SFU C OMMUNITY E NGAGEMENT :
Harvest Box Program & Pocket Market
(distribution & advocating of Harvest
Simon Fraser University
Boxes)
Burnaby, B.C.
Community & Learning Garden
(maintenance; group events)
O THER C OMMUNITY I NVOLVEMENT
 Extra‐Mile Club
Harvest Baptist Church
o Children’s program (aged 4‐12yrs.)
Langley, B.C.
 Orchestra (Guitar, Piano)
 Choir (sing alto)
 Active member
Rotary Interact Club
G.P. Vanier Secondary School
 Club Co‐President in grade 12
Courtenay, B.C.
 Weekly Camp Counselor & Co‐counselor
Camp Imadene
SustainableSFU
M A Y 2013‐P R E S E N T
M A Y 2013‐P R E S E N T
S E P T . 2003‐J U N E 2006
S U M M E R S 2002, 2003

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Mesachie Lake, B.C.
Middle‐school teenage girls
I NTERESTS :
Crafting
Playing instruments
Biking, Rollerblading
Cooking
Learning French
Horticulture/ Botany
Neuroscience
(Endocrinology)
Hiking, Camping, Skiing
Health & Alternative
Medicine
To Tink:
Here is a list of courses taken at university:
BIOL 156/157: Human Anatomy & Physiology (with labs) (VIU)
BISC 101: Biological Sciences (Cells, Plants, & Animals) (with labs) (SFU)
CHEM 140/141: General Chemistry (with labs) (VIU)
CHEM 231: Organic Chemistry I (with labs) (VIU)
PHYS 101/ 102: Physics for Life Sciences (with labs) (VIU)
ENGL 115 & 125: General English, & Literature (VIU)
SOC 100: Intro to Sociology I (VIU)
FRCH 100, 230, & 320: Intermediate French, French & Culture, & French Phonetics/Linguistics (VIU)
MATH 151/ 152: Calculus I & II (VIU)
PSYC 100/ 102: Intro to Psychology I & II (VIU & SFU)
PSYC 201W: Research Methods in Psychology (SFU)
PSYC 210: Data Analysis in Psychology (STATS) (SFU)
PSYC 280: Biological Psychology (Intro to Neuroscience) (SFU)
BPK 142: Intro to Kinesiology (SFU)
Currently:
BPK 205: Intro to Human Physiology
MBB 201: Cellular Biology
PSYC 300W: Critical Analysis of Issues in Psychology