Keelin Eastveld

Experience

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  DRPS- Durham Regional Police Service

  Jul 2020 - Aug 2020

  Youth in Policing Student

  The Youth in Policing initiative is an 8 week student position for youth 15-18. Throughout these 8 weeks youth learn about the different aspects of policing, work with their community to make a positive impact, and develop their leadership and teamwork skills. - Collaborated with Canadian Cancer Society, Durham Homelessness Services, and women's shelters to support/promote social initiatives - Created engaging social media content, PowerPoint presentations, and video material to educate public on CIBC Run for the Cure for breast cancer awareness while raising $1500 for their cause - Designed and facilitated summer leadership camp activities for 60+ campers ages 10-13 Show less

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  Youth Leaders for Change

  Aug 2020 - Jan 2025

  Co-Founder

  - Co-founded initiative that mobilized over 2000 youth volunteers to engage in community service and social impact projects - Led/organized initiatives including food and toy drives, hygiene item drives, and homemade cards for older adults in long term care- Managed community outreach/social media content creation (Canva, Instagram), volunteer recruitment, and program logistics to ensure smooth execution of community wide projects - Partnered with local organizations, schools, and non-profits to expand reach and impact of initiatives Show less

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  Sobeys

  Jun 2021 - Apr 2023

  Clerk (Bakery, Grocery, Dairy, Wine)

  - Provided service to customers to ensure positive shopping experience through assisting with inquiries and purchases- Recognized by management for initiative, adaptability, and cross-departmental teamwork, frequently stepping in to support other departments when needed - Trained and mentored new team members, equipping them with product knowledge, store procedures, and customer skills- Maintained inventory/stock levels and floated between multiple departments- Assisted in store renovations and shelf building/planning to improve layout efficiency Show less

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  Ideal Protein

  Jul 2022 - Sept 2023

  Coach

  - Guided clients through 3-phase medically developed weight loss/lifestyle program, providing personalized coaching and science-backed strategies to help them achieve their goals in a healthy way-Educated clients on physiological mechanisms of metabolism and fat loss, ensuring they understood the program fully and how to maintain lifelong healthy habits - Monitored progress using biometric data and dietary logs while adapting strategies based on individual needs and challenges

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  Freelance

  Feb 2023 - Mar 2023

  Market Research for Medical Funding

  -Researched and compiled over 10 medical grants from pharmaceutical/governmental entities to fund a psychiatrist's non-profit organization and group mental health initiative

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  Melly's Market + Cafe

  Jun 2023 - Sept 2023

  Learning and Development Coach

  - Trained and mentored adults with disabilities in customer service, social skills, and job readiness while encouraging workplace independence - Designed and led hands-on training programs in baking, barista skills, skill building - Delivered personalized coaching to support communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities while adapting approach to support each participants individual needs and strengths - Conducted speech and language pathology in individuals with Down Syndrome and implemented activities and inclusive training methods Show less

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  Providence Care

  Feb 2024 - Apr 2025

  Hospice & Palliative Care Volunteer

  - Providing compassionate, patient-centered care for those navigating end-of-life and their families, ensuring comfort, dignity, emotional support - Offering holistic care, including companionship, meaninful activities tailored to each patient (ex. memory books), and collaboration with health team to improve quality of life - Supporting families through bereavement care and grief resources- Assisting in caregiving tasks, patient advocacy, and interdisciplinary communication with nurses, social workers, physicians, and chaplains to ensure patient support - Trained in mental health first aid, accessibility, palliative care practices, dementia care, delirium care Show less

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  Queen's University

  Sept 2024 - now

  - Co-leading mixed methods research analyzing patient characteristics impact on clinical workflow and time management in primary care to inform evidence based policy recommendations - Co-authored research proposals, ethics applications, literature reviews, SOPs, to guide study implementation- Leveraging descriptive/predictive statistical models (SPSS, R studio, Excel) on a large dataset and tying in to qualitative surveying methods with thematic analysis to aid in analysis of physician experience- Collaborating with healthcare professionals, data analysts, and policy experts to translate research findings to family physicians and broader stakeholder audience Show less

  • Research Assistant - Oasis Study

    Dec 2023 - now

  • Queen's Discovery Lab Researcher

    Sept 2024 - May 2025
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  VON Canada

  May 2025 - now

  Palliative Care/Hospice Volunteer