Anita Lang
SEAFORD,VIC
Summary
Motivated and highly productive Camp Trainee with experience as a summer camp counsellor providing leadership instruction to campers. Organize enriching, high-quality education and leisure activities for diverse children ages 7-17. Passionate about helping the youth to develop life-long skills in a safe and supportive environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Community in Schools Program Facilitator
American Youth Foundation - Camp Miniwanca
08.2024 - Current
- Offered other teaching opportunities, varying from basic wilderness survival to kayaking, canoeing and SUP activities.
- Conducted high ropes course, climbing wall, hiking, team building, and educational programs on the natural history of the course area.
- Required versatility in responding to the needs of the group from managing home-sickness to adapting to weather conditions for program usage.
- Required day to day cleaning and maintenance of program materials and program locations.
- Taught Dune Ecology classes and led programs for groups of students ages 9 - 15, ranging in size from 15 to 100 children.
Four Trails Trip Leader
American Youth Foundation - Camp Miniwanca
06.2024 - Current
- Led middle scholars on overnight hike and canoe trips while prioritizing safety and enjoyment for all participants.
- Trained and taught campers basic wilderness first aid, utilisation of whisper-lighters, backpacking, paddle skills and canoe rescues.
- Educated campers about the historical context of various destinations visited during the trip, enriching their overall experience.
- Collaborated effectively with co-leaders to create a cohesive team dynamic that enhanced trip operations.
- Lifeguard groups of 15-25 for several hours at a time in enclose and open waters.
Front of House Staff Member
Seaford RSL
03.2021 - 05.2024
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by assisting with menu recommendations and knowledgeably answering questions about food preparation and ingredients.
- Played an integral role in resolving customer complaints quickly while maintaining professionalism under pressure situations.
- Trained new staff in front-of-house procedures, customer relations, and cleaning.
- Strengthened relationships with regular clientele through personalized interactions and attention to their preferences, fostering a sense of community within the establishment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Flinders Christian Community College
Tyabb, VIC11.2023
Skills
- Conflict resolution
- Group facilitation
- Outdoor adventure
- Orienteering
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Program planning and implementation
- Sports and recreational activities
Certificates
- Wilderness First Aid
- CPR
- Lifeguard
- Belay trained
- Food Handling
- Police Check
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Community in Schools Program Facilitator
American Youth Foundation - Camp Miniwanca
08.2024 - Current
Four Trails Trip Leader
American Youth Foundation - Camp Miniwanca
06.2024 - Current
Front of House Staff Member
Seaford RSL
03.2021 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Flinders Christian Community College
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