Summary
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Education
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MEMBERSHIP
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Chioma Akumonye

Edmonton,Alberta

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented Environmental Health student seeking a Public Health Inspector Practicum Placement to apply academic knowledge and gain hands-on experience in public health inspection, environmental safety, and disease prevention. Passionate about promoting community health through regulatory compliance, risk assessments, and education.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Worker

E4C
08.2023 - Current
  • Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
  • Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
  • Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
  • Provided individualized therapeutic interventions to children with mental health issues and their families.
  • Developed crisis intervention strategies to de-escalate volatile situations before they escalate into physical altercations.
  • Mentored at-risk youth by providing support, guidance, and assistance in developing life skills

Certified Sales Advisor

Best Buy Inc
09.2022 - 08.2023
  • Provided expert product knowledge to customers, leading to informed purchasing decisions and increased satisfaction levels.
  • Increased sales by establishing rapport with customers and identifying their needs.
  • Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
  • Listened to customer details and offered matching solutions to meet wide range of requirements.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales goals and improve overall performance.
  • Handled difficult situations professionally by addressing customer complaints and finding mutually beneficial solutions, preserving long-term relationships.

Food Safety and Quality Control Officer

Agency for Food and Drug Administration Control
06.2019 - 06.2020
  • Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and protocols.
  • Collaborated with production teams to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions for better product outcomes.
  • Played an integral part in new product development projects by providing valuable input on quality considerations and potential obstacles.
  • Approved incoming materials by confirming specifications and taking measurement tests.
  • Documented inspection results by completing logs.
  • Inspected incoming products for adherence to labeling laws and company quality standards.
  • Enhanced product quality by implementing rigorous inspection procedures and protocols.

Laboratory Technician

Landers Medical Laboratory
02.2015 - 06.2019
  • Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
  • Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
  • Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
  • Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by consistently following established safety procedures and guidelines within the lab setting.
  • Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health

Concordia University of Edmonton
Edmonton, Albert

Graduate Diploma - Environmental Public Health Practice

Concordia University of Edmonton
Edmonton, Albert

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Imo State University
Owerri- Nigeria

Skills

  • Skilled in conducting inspections, compiling reports, and recommending corrective actions
  • Knowledge of investigation, interviewing and the delivery of Public Health inspection programs
  • Demonstrate exceptional oral and written communication skills
  • Familiar with provincial and federal health regulations and safety guidelines
  • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and public relations skills
  • Assist with developing and conducting education/training sessions
  • Technical Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

MEMBERSHIP

Canadian Institute Of Public Health Inspectors Active Student Member.

(Alberta Branch)

Timeline

Youth Worker

E4C
08.2023 - Current

Certified Sales Advisor

Best Buy Inc
09.2022 - 08.2023

Food Safety and Quality Control Officer

Agency for Food and Drug Administration Control
06.2019 - 06.2020

Laboratory Technician

Landers Medical Laboratory
02.2015 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health

Concordia University of Edmonton

Graduate Diploma - Environmental Public Health Practice

Concordia University of Edmonton

Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry

Imo State University
Chioma Akumonye