Breanne Lyons

Breanne Lyons Cambridge, ON N0B2J-- Education McMaster University Honours Bachelor of Science Hamilton, ON April 2017  Dean’s Honour List  Don Rope Award for athletics and community involvement Work Experience Community Connector: Community Support Connections Present  Created the newly-implemented Monthly Exercise Themes, which consist of related music, exercises and group brain or exercise games to preserve interest in the SMART group classes while catering to both high and low-functioning classes  Conduct data entry and comprehensive assessments on client health, taking into account physical and mental health, cognition, nutrition, pharmaceutical usage and home risk  Design and lead group and private in-home exercise programs for clients with complex medical histories to promote independence, including ongoing reassessments and modifications Research Assistant: Government of Ontario 2016  Award of Excellence from the Government of Ontario for fantastic leadership and hard work  Performed secondary research to risk-rank issues found in meat plants based on inspectors’ papers, and formally presented findings of key areas that require attention  Created and presented a workplace ergonomics workshop to promote health awareness  Proctored interviews, including set-up, meeting, escorting to rooms, and explanation of tasks  Project Lead to the team responsible for reformatting the 400-page Meat Inspection Regulations Nutrition Teaching Assistant: McMaster University     Supervised examinations and answered questions during testing Marked 18-page assignments while ensuring equal grading Held office hours to discuss student concerns and questions Oversaw the compilation of student grades into the master excel spreadsheet used for upload into the university grading portal Skills Summary    2016 Certified for Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Certified SMART group and one-on-one exercise facilitator Well-versed in Microsoft Office software    Extensive database experience Experience using referral software CHA (interRAI Community Health Assessment) Volunteer Experience Physiotherapist Assistant: LifeMark Physiotherapy Clinic    - Facilitated rehabilitation and pain management programs with patients while documenting progress. Used PhysioTec software to create customized rehabilitation programs, and input new exercises and stretches. Created and discharged patient files for proper record keeping. IMPACT Project Volunteer: McMaster University     Award of Excellence from McMaster University for my work in the IMPACT project Collaborated with engineers to design devices for several clients at St. Peters Health Care Residence for clients with arthritis and multiple sclerosis. Assessed preferences and capabilities, including arm flexibility, grip strength and dimensions of wheelchairs. Provided feedback to engineers on device prototypes based on client biomechanics, practicality and durability. Welcome Week Representative: McMaster University    2016 - Worked 18 hours each day for ten days to facilitate activities for first-year McMaster students from the Edwards Hall Residence in a safe and inclusive environment. Resolved conflicts amongst students, including noise level dilemmas and homesickness. Continued to assist with residence events throughout the school year. Excerpts from Letters of Recommendation “…Her dedication to work and to helping others was evident every day… Breanne’s intelligence, compassion and willingness to help will make her successful in her future endeavors.” - Rachel Boehm: Evaluation Coordinator, Community Support Connections “… finishes tasks efficiently and takes initiative to help without being asked. Her work ethic is exceptional … detail-oriented, takes great pride in her work … made a great addition to our team.” - Janelle Windhorst: Rehabilitation Trainer, LifeMark Physiotherapy Clinic “… enthusiastic, eager and passionate ….always cheerful, punctual and helpful which made her a great asset … When difficult situations occurred, Breanne willingly stepped in to help handle the situation. Her leadership skills and calm demeanor were key in these situations.” - Catherine Chambers: Welcome Week Residence Orientation Advisor, McMaster University