Amanda Ho

Experience

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  University of Calgary

  May 2019 - Aug 2019

  Student Assistant-Faculty of Social Work

  STEP (Summer Temporary Employment Program) Student with the Faculty of Social Work, University of Calgary • Developed administrative skills by performing the administrative assistant’s role in her absence. • Built upon time management skills through prioritizing various tasks asked on top of current responsibilities.

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  Big Brothers Big Sisters of Calgary & Area

  Sept 2019 - Dec 2019

  Student Mentoring Coordinator (Practicum)

  • Co-managed a student caseload, which included in-person interviews, uploading case notes and phone calls to clients to ensure mentoring relationships were meeting BBBS’s requirement of a developmental relationship • Recruited individuals and corporations through community blitzes and community fairs to increase the number of volunteers and funding

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  University of Calgary

  Jan 2020 - Apr 2020

  Student Career Advisor (Practicum) -Career Services

  •Facilitated resume and cover letter workshops for diverse student populations (international and undergraduate students) to aid in the students’ career development•Coached students to identify their unique skills, strengths and challenges using the Clifton Strengths Assessment in order to help them answer interview questions more authentically•Initiated a mini evaluation project intended to review and critique the Indigenous Strategy and how the University of Calgary’s Career Services is working towards the strategy’s objectives Show less

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  Prospect Human Services Society

  Jul 2020 - Feb 2021

  Employment Placement Specialist

  •Work in partnership with clients from a variety of demographics to identify job targets and match client skill sets with the right job and employer •Provide pre-employment support such as: resume/cover letter development, assistance in the application process and interview preparation for clients on a case by case basis •Assess potential worksites for suitability through research centered around job availabilities and alignment with client skills, qualifications and goals •Coordinate placement details such as hours of work, wages and benefits between clients and employers on a case by case basis •Follow up with existing employer contacts to gauge current success and future opportunities •Create long lasting partnerships with employers to enable multiple placement opportunities for clients •Makes cold calls, emails, visits and conducts informational meetings with potential employers based on our business development model and client needs Show less

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  University of Calgary

  Feb 2021 - Dec 2021

  Applications Assistant

  •Maintain an in-depth and up-to-date knowledge of calendar admission criteria and degree program requirements as well as selection criteria for all programs•Provide accurate information to students with tact and discretion, taking into consideration individual circumstances and ensuring compliance with privacy laws•Offer frontline communication through email and phones to ensure improved student experience

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  Bow Valley College

  Dec 2021 - Aug 2022

  Career Coach/Placement Officer

  •Created, designed and facilitated a weekly Job Club for immigrant professionals to learn valuable skills for the Canadian job market•Evaluated the program through feedback forms and in-person comments and made necessary adjustments to meet the needs of clients•Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers for the LaunchPad program which is a formalized networking initiative that helps professional immigrants broaden their professional network through one-on-one meetings•Cultivated opportunities to network with other professionals for the members of Direction for Immigrants to build their Canadian network • Made cold calls, emails, and conducted informational meetings with relevant professionals • Prepared clients for their informational interviews by answering questions, offering advice and mock interviews• Maintained up-to-date information on current employment opportunities and labour market trends • Created and edited documents to provide to both clientele and the organization to ensure mutual satisfaction Show less

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  Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion (CCDI)

  Sept 2022 - Apr 2024

  Research Assistant

  -Interviewed 5 organizations on their Indigenous strategies and future initiatives to write 3-5 page case studies on the best ways to support and guide future employer partners on Indigenous inclusion-Created an inclusive hiring toolkit through research and conversations with HR professionals to offer the most relevant and updated information-Updated the DEI strategy toolkits by adding new information that better represents best practices

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  Indigenous Works

  Feb 2023 - Aug 2023

  Research Assistant

  -Interviewed employer partners on their Indigenous strategies and future initiatives to write blog posts to support and guide future employer partners on Indigenous inclusion-Connected with Indigenous professionals to write blog posts on their experience in the workplace to inform Indigenous Works about common challenges and gaps in services

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  City of Calgary

  Apr 2024 - Aug 2024

  Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Student
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  The Social Workers Association of Alberta (SWAA)

  Sept 2024 - Dec 2024

  Master of Social Work Practicum Student