J.P. Chua

Experience

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  Toronto Gymnastics International

  Sept 2013 - Sept 2016

  Gymnastics Coach

  As Recreational Gymnastics Coach, I played an integral role in the coordination and education of athletes and aspiring gymnasts from ages 3 to 15, as well as assisting the head coach in leading adult classes. I was not only required to build relationships with the athletes, but had to be attentive and connected with parents and management to ensure expectations were exceeded.I also had the opportunity to work with athletes with varying developmental disabilities, including those with autism and deafness. This required extreme attentiveness and professionalism to ensure participants' safety were top priority, as well as an accommodating coaching style that encouraged all skill levels. Show less

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  Canadian Mental Health Association

  Sept 2016 - Apr 2018

  Auesten Berlet Campout - Head Of Logistics

  The Austen Berlet Campout for Mental Health is a student-run organization who's goal is to raise awareness, end stigma, and acquire funds for mental health services on Western University's campus.As Head of Logistics for the Austen Berlet Campout, I was in charge of coordinating and delegating tasks to over 60 student volunteers on the day of the event. I had the responsibility of letting vendors know where to set up and was the first point of contact for any questions regarding the event. I exhibited excellent time management to ensure daily operations ran smoothly and deadlines were met.Prior to the day of the event, I was tasked with aiding in procuring charitable donations and business sponsorships. Moreover, I was part of the team that hired entertainment, acquired vendors, and created the event schedule. I worked with a strong team to raise approximately $30,000 for the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) in the two years I worked with the Austen Berlet Campout; this is used to fund an extra crisis counsellor on Western's campus during the final exam period. Show less

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  Starbucks

  Jan 2017 - Nov 2019

  As a Barista, I was responsible for taking orders, interacting with customers, producing drinks, and upholding specific health and safety standards in all work areas. I continued to retain and grow extensive knowledge of all offerings to help in promoting sales of food, drinks, and merchandise. I excelled at multi-tasking timely completion of orders while simultaneously creating memorable moments with customers. In 2019, I was awarded Partner of the Quarter after numerous nominations from colleagues and management. Show less

  • Barista Trainer

    Nov 2017 - Nov 2019

  • Barista

    Jan 2017 - Nov 2019
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  CNIB

  May 2018 - Sept 2018

  Program Facilitator

  CNIB Lake Joseph Centre is a residential camp facility where individuals who are blind or partially sighted participate in a traditional camp experience, tailored towards individual needs and skill levels.At CNIB Lake Joseph Centre, I facilitated camp programs such as tubing, pontoon cruises, and lawn games to over 100 guests weekly. I showed initiative and leadership through engaging guests to participate in new programming and maintained the highest level of professionalism in all work areas.I followed strict health and safety protocols while running programs as all guests were of a vulnerable population being deaf, blind, or partially sighted. Show less

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  Peninsula Canada

  Nov 2019 - Mar 2020

  Business Consultant

  As a business consultant, I was responsible for researching prospects and reaching out through cold calling, personalized emails, or event invitations to gain potential new clients. Strong time management and multi-tasking were crucial to ensure that daily targets were met. A high level of professionalism was required for business-to-business phone calls and I was successful at bringing in revenue for the company by keeping up with industry tricks and actively seeking solutions for potential new clients. Show less

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  Regional HIV/AIDS Connection

  Jul 2021 - Nov 2022

  Administrative Coordinator

  As the Administrative Coordinator, I facilitated accurate and timely communication to a staff team of over 70 across three locations and developed strong working relationships with colleagues, community partners, stakeholders and the Board of Directors. I exhibited exceptional organization and time management by orchestrating three commercial office moves whilst simultaneously maintained meticulous attention to detail while completing daily administrative tasks. Additionally, I spearheaded the distribution of petty cash, bus ticket and gift cards across four departments with precision and efficiency. Show less

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  London InterCommunity Health Centre

  Dec 2022 - now

  Client Support Worker

  As a Client Support Worker I optimized clients’ experience during HIV testing by managing appointments, delivering compassionate pre- and-post-test counselling, providing educational support, and facilitating access to resources and referrals. I also aided clients with ID applications, guided navigation of social services, streamlined access to basic needs and shelter supports, and documented these interactions in client charts.In this role, I also fostered confidence in staff through training of administering point-of-care HIV tests, effective counselling skills, and education on relevant community resources and referrals. Additionally, a high degree of relationship building was required to forge robust partnerships with community organizations to coordinate testing events and educational presentations, including establishing monthly outreach at local 2SLGBTQ+ bar Show less