Daniel C. A. Smith

Experience

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  St Jago High School

  Mar 2023 - Jul 2024

  Assisted the department by organizing 30+ events: externally, for example field trips to universities to foster career development and aid students in degree choices. Internally, for example career week, a week long event designed to inform and inspire the students on designated career paths. Actively counseled more than 200+ students through matters such as family issues, suicide and mental health issues. Created insightful presentations to provide eager students with the knowledge and ability needed to understand science and cement their interest in their future careers. From helping to brainstorm ideas for electrifying club activities to representing my fellow members' voices in agriculture. Lead conversations into projects, practices and new technologies in the agricultural industry. Aided the president through her actions. Spearheaded new and innovative policies and marketing strategies to improve and alter the perception of the Student Council to encourage more students to be active participants. Managed the basketball team schedule, oversaw training and provided leadership advice. Supervised and advised students on the best basketball approaches. Liaisoned with sports officials and other schools from diverse backgrounds and traditions to foster a fair yet competitive environment for my team. Recorded team and player statistics and scoring. Taught the marvels of American Sign Language to members while organizing multiple school events to increase awareness and inclusion of all people

  • Assistant & Administrative Prefect to the Guidance Department

    Nov 2022 - Jul 2024

  • President & Vice President of Society of Science and Technology

    Mar 2023 - Jun 2024

  • Vice President of the 4H Club

    Nov 2023 - May 2024

  • Public Relations Officer of the Student Council

    Nov 2023 - May 2024

  • Student Manager of the Basketball Team (Under 14,16,19)

    Sept 2023 - May 2024

  • Student Manager of Sign Language Club

    Mar 2023 - May 2024
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  Scientific Research Council

  Nov 2023 - Nov 2024

  National School's Science and Technology Societies Assistant Treasurer

  Responsible for the financial affairs of 80+ Schools' Science and Technology Societies at the regional level, fundraising activities, the collection of funds and meeting financial goals and targets.

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  Jamaica Youth Advocacy Network (JYAN)

  Apr 2024 - now

  Youth Advocate
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  Building Jamaican Youth Foundation

  May 2024 - Oct 2024

  Director of Financial Affairs

  Presented audited accounts and financial reports at bi-annual Board of Directors meetings. Responsible for the finances of the organization. Kept proper books of accounts, received and disbursed money belonging to BJYF and obtained receipts for all money paid out. Collected subscription fees, membership contributions to the capital fund and all other money to which BJYF is entitled. Deposited cash and cheques on behalf of BJYF.

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  Spanish Town Hospital

  Jul 2024 - Aug 2024

  Health Records Clerk (Summer Internship)

  Working as a health records clerk in a hospital cultivates a diverse skill set encompassing proficiencies such as medical terminology, data entry, file management, and record retrieval. Soft skills like attention to detail, time management, problem-solving, and confidentiality are essential. Additionally, the role fosters interpersonal skills, teamwork, adaptability, patience, and a strong ethical compass. Other valuable skills I improved on were customer service, knowledge of medical law and ethics, disaster preparedness, stress management, auditing and compliance. Show less

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  Faculty of Social Sciences, UWI Mona

  Sept 2024 - now

  Grant & Sponsorship Officer & Project Manager
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  Placement & Career Services UWI Mona

  Sept 2024 - now

  Career Peer Advisor
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  Jamaican Association for Debating and Empowerment (JADE) Limited

  Sept 2024 - now

  Member
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  UWI STAT Mona Corps

  Sept 2024 - now

  Ambassador