Matthew De-Serres

Experience

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  Dartmouth Family YMCA

  Sept 1996 - Sept 2005

  Deck Supervisor
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  Tim Hortons Childrens Foundation

  Jun 2003 - Aug 2007

  Camp Staff & Waterfront Coordinator
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  Boys and Girls Club of East Dartmouth

  Jun 2007 - Jun 2013

  Program Coordinator - Youth Services

  Coordinated events and programs for youth at Boys and Girls Club of East Dartmouth, the East Dartmouth servicing schools and surrounding communities.Services provided include:-Drop in programs for community youth aged 12 - 25-After school programming for children and youth aged 4 to 18-Community Suppers for families-Leadership Training for youth and staff-Outdoor residential and day camping -Multiple safety programs such as babysitting, first aid and wilderness survival.Other things provided to the organization and community during my employment:-Created and delivered a social media plan for the organization-Trained new staff and leaders in training-Built a budding youth community for the organization-Worked with several other community partners to assist in their youth programs-Served as a community member on the Student Academic Council for Caledonia Junior High Show less

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  Hal-Con Sci-Fi Fantasy Association

  Dec 2009 - Mar 2011

  Executive Board and Organizing Commitee Member - Gaming Coordinator

  Hal-Con is a not-for-Profit Science Fiction and Fantasy Association/Convention/FestivalOrganized all gaming related needs during the festival such as:-Presented a gaming schedule over the 3 day festival for attendees-Recruited and interviewed leads for gaming team specialists-Created job profiles and published bios for gaming team specialists-Provided rule and moderation support for all games in play-Coordinated with gaming suppliers for prize support and sponsorship-Problem solved onsite issues as they were presented-Coordinated with the venue coordinator for space set up Show less

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  BGC Canada

  Jun 2013 - May 2014

  The World According to Us - Site Curator

  Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada's The World According to Us is several things:-It’s a platform for young people to express what’s important to you, whatever that might be.-An online site to share videos, blogs, opinions, music, photos, and comments-A national platform to discover what youth are doing at other BGC clubs across the countryThe Site Curator:-Provides and moderates incoming content for The World According to Us website.-Assist users to register on the site, provide content and "Share their Voice"-Provides technical support for users-Creates bug reports for development team-Collects content from nationwide Boys and Girls Clubs social media channels-Bridges Clubs with a unique and interactive website-Visits Clubs to promote the site and collect content in person Show less

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  Cystic Fibrosis Canada / Fibrose kystique Canada

  May 2014 - Apr 2019

  Community Engagement Coordinator

  The Community Engagement Coordinator is responsible for-Providing ongoing support to the Regional Executive Director, Atlantic Region-Building and maintaining relationships with volunteers, donors, sponsors, community event organizers and media partners-Collaborating with Chapter volunteers on the planning and execution of events-Disseminating regional media advisories, news releases and PSA’s-Supporting the development and maintenance of regional websites and social media feeds-Representing Cystic Fibrosis Canada as required Show less

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  YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth

  Oct 2020 - now

  This position is responsible for all aspects related to recruitment, retention and management of volunteers who are interested in being involved in supporting the settlement of newcomers to Nova Scotia. Responsibilities include promotion, screening, training, placement, and recognition as well as tracking and reporting on volunteer hours and contributions. This position also leads the volunteer-based Canada Connects program, a volunteer-based matching program focused on intercultural interaction and learning to provide support in the settlement and integration process as well as identifying opportunities for and delivering new volunteer-based programming and activities.Responsibilities include• Recruit, screen, orient and train volunteers for placement in YMCA settlement programs and services • Develop onboarding and training materials that support the success and effectiveness of volunteers and volunteer activities • Ensure YMA child protection and vulnerable adult policies and mandates are met• Work collaboratively with all YMCA settlement program areas to understand and support requirements for volunteer placements• Monitor and provide feedback as appropriate • Plan and implement formal and informal volunteer recognition activities to recognize the contribution of volunteers to the organization• Maintain and prepare reports on volunteer hours, statistics and contributions• Attend events and recruiting fairs and act as the lead for volunteer contacts• Identify, develop, and lead new programming and activities that are volunteer-led at YMCA Immigrant Services Show less Position SummaryThe Centre Support position is responsible for working collaboratively across all program areas to develop professional, consistent, and relevant tools and resources that support effective information sharing about important settlement topics. This position also provides two deep leadership in various programs and activities. Qualifications and Skills· Experience working in a variety of online platforms (Office 365, social media, Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Webinars etc.)· Proficient in use of Adobe, InDesign, Photoshop· Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple, competing deadlines and tasks· Facilitation experience and skills an asset· High level of initiative is needed to work independently – creating and responding to opportunities· Ability to demonstrate creative initiative in tool and resource development · Superior interpersonal and communication skills both in one on one and group settings· Attention to detail· Experience working with children, youth, and families Show less

  • Volunteer Coordinator

    Dec 2021 - now

  • Centre Support Staff

    Oct 2020 - Dec 2021