Jane Stevenson20 Pumphouse Road, RR#3

New Glasgow, Nova Scotia B2H 5C6(902) 759 4194 | x2013gcp@stfx.ca

_____________________________________________________________________________________Objective

To obtain a position within the StFX Integrated Dietetic Internship Program._____________________________________________________________________________________

Summary of Skills

Dedicated and motivated learner with excellent critical thinking and problem solving skills. Solid communication skills including verbal, written and listening. Comfortable in presenting information to various audiences. Well-developed skills in prioritizing, organization, decision making, and time management. Focused, dependable, flexible, positive, able to adapt effectively to various situations. Proven success in initiating, promoting and maintaining strong interpersonal relations. Able to interact courteously and professionally with the public in a variety of situations.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition (Dean’s List 2014 - 2015)St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish, NS Sept. 2013 – Present

Employment HistoryAnatomy Lab DemonstratorSt. Francis Xavier University Antigonish, NS Jan 2016 - present – Total hrs: 24Assist students with the work required in their human anatomy and physiology practical labs, answering questions and helping the lab instructor with the workload. Attend weekly lab meetings and departmental safety seminars. Provide information in a clear, concise and professional manner.

4-H Summer Assistant Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture Pictou, NS May - Sept. 2014 – 2015 – Total hrs: 900 Organized and planned over 30 successful 4-H events in Pictou, Antigonish and Guysborough Counties including exhibitions, workshops, and meetings. Was a member of the planning team for Nova Scotia Provincial 4-H weekend, created posters and brochures, performed administrative duties, and worked with animals.

Camp Counselor - Canadian Diabetes Association Camp Maxwell, Barrs Corner, NS August 2011 – 2013 – Total hrs: 650 Camp Red Fox, Canoe Cove, PE July 2011 – 2013 – Total hrs: 650 Camp Morton, Kejimukujik, NS July 2012 – Total hrs: 170 Cared for campers aged 6-14 with type-1 diabetes, assisting medical and dietary staff with campers’ diabetes care. Planned and organized a full week schedule for each camp with the camp staff team. Served meals and held various leadership roles.

Volunteer ExperienceMember StFX Nutrition Society September 2015 – Present – Total hrs: 30Volunteer and assist with coordination and organization of events within the nutrition society.

Jane StevensonNew Glasgow, NS B2H 5C6 | x2013gcp@stfx.ca | (902) 754-4194

Note Taker Centre for Accessible Learning September 2015 – Present – Total hrs: 35 Note taker for persons with disabilities.

Student Food Resource Volunteer StFX Student Food Resource Center September 2014 - Present – Total hrs: 45 Assist clients with food choices, record information for Feed Nova Scotia, ensure a welcoming, friendly and professional environment, maintain confidentiality.

Guest PresenterAtlantic 4-H Intermediate Conference February 2014 - March 2014 – Total hrs: 25Prepare and present a speech, participate in panel discussion and do an activity with 4-H members ages 12-15 educating them about my work with the Canadian Diabetes Association and the importance of volunteering.

Organizer/ volunteerScotsburn 4-H club bean supper fundraiser February 2006 – Present – Total hrs: 70Assist in planning, organizing, serving, set up, clean up, and counting money.

Canvasser Canadian Diabetes Association November 2005 - Present – Total hrs: 60Plan routes for each group of canvassers, go door to door soliciting donations and raising awareness about the disease, and the association, and counting money afterwards.

4-H Awards4-H Member and Leader - Scotsburn 4-H Club October 2003 – Present Gold certification in a variety of projects: foods, cake decorating, poultry, and junior leader

Top Senior Speaker - 4-H Regional Public Speaking Rally- Eastern NS – April 2013

Provincial Public Speaking Award - 4-H Weekend - Bible Hill, NS – May 2012

Eastern Region 4-H Hostess - Regional Public Speaking Rally, Eastern NS – March 2012

Certifications

Tri Council Ethics Certification - October 2015

Management Level Food Safety Training - October 2015 - valid through October 2020

First-Aid and CPR Level C - St. John Ambulance - May 2015 - valid through May 2018

HIGH Five Training - Certificate in Principles of Healthy Child Development - June 2011

Self-Directed Learning

Dietitians of Canada - Nova Scotia Continuing Care Action Group – Dec 2015-present

Webinar: Diabetes & the Mediterranean Diet: Is It Right for You? – Canadian Diabetes Association – November 10, 2015

Canadian Obesity Network Member- November 9, 2015

Dietitians of Canada Member- November 3, 2015

Atlantic Dietetic Internship Forum - Mount Saint Vincent University- October 30, 2015