Marc-Andre Gionet Email & Phone Number

Eastern Canada, Canada

As a Field Lead, I combine hands-on operations with a more strategic focus to support and guide my team. My role is all about keeping things running smoothly, solving tricky problems, and helping the team grow and succeed. What I Do:- Lead and support a team, including managing performance and development. - Help oversee daily operations in my regions.

Canmore, Alberta

As a Regional Coordinator, I was responsible for ensuring our trips ran seamlessly, with a strong focus on quality, logistics, and fostering relationships with staff and partners. My goal was to deliver exceptional guest experiences while supporting the team and managing operations effectively. What I Did:- Oversaw trip logistics and ensured smooth.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Supported the Therapeutic Recreation intervention plan through guidance and partnership of the Recreation TherapistProvided onsite Recreation participation-based leisure activities primarily evenings and week-endsFacilitated social engagement and onsite participation in recreation activitiesProvided the Lyndhurst Weekly Program Guide and Leisure.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• In this position, I worked as a part of a management team to organize, develop and deliver unique programs to empower city-dwellers of all ages to learn nature skills and forge a meaningful relationship with.
• Develop and lead before, during, and after-care recreational, nature-focused programming
• Built and maintained a positive working relationship with children, parents and co-workers
• Prioritized campers' nature objectives and goals; facilitated individualized camper-oriented learning
• Ensured safety of all campers
• Drove and maintained company fleet vehicleThe P.I.N.E. (Primitive Integrated Naturalist Education) Project is a registered non-profit charity.https://pineproject.org/programs/overview/

Brampton, Ontario

• In this position, I worked alongside my supervisor and the interdisciplinary team to develop specific program plans and facilitated therapeutic recreation activities to help patients achieve their SMART goals while.
• Develop and lead activities that met the functional needs of each patient (expressive and creative arts, leisure education, stress management, coping skills, and problem-solving).
• Evaluate rehabilitation patients concerning psychosocial, recreational, physical, and leisure skills.
• Work with patients to develop measurable, achievable, and goal-oriented treatment plans.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to discuss patient needs, progress, and treatment plans.
• Use the Leisure Education model to develop an 8-week long program to promote leisure benefits and increase leisure participation and awareness.

Halifax, Canada Area

• In this position, I worked alongside the Board of Directors and coordinated with the Finance & Development officer to create engaging, accessible and fun programming, as well as to develop community partnerships. While.
• Train and supervise a team of ten (10) personnel, including Trip Leaders and volunteers.
• Provide detailed oral and written evaluations for programs and staff that are constructive in nature and contain action plans to enhance development.
• Worked with community organizations to create, implement and lead accessible walking and hiking trips to promote the benefits of outdoor leisure participation.
• Provided positive and constructive feedback and training opportunities to Trip-leaders and board members to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.https://www.tripsbytransit.ca

Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Halifax, Canada Area

• In this position, I developed and led before and after school recreational programming that adhered to HIGH FIVE, a standard committed to assisting children in developing an overall healthy, independent and happy.
• Develop and lead before, during, and after school activities to increase physical activity levels in children primary to grade six.
• Provide hands-on assistance to all children.
• Use empathetic skills to listen, care and facilitate a safe space for children of all backgrounds while also modelling positive behaviour.
• Ensure that every child had the ability to fulfil their full potential by understanding that each child is unique in his or her own way.
• Built and maintained a positive working relationship between children, parents and support staff.

Halifax, Canada Area

• In this position, I worked with a team of dedicated students to deliver programs that helped families overcome barriers to planning and enjoying outdoor activities, specifically in Canada’s special heritage places..
• Engage audiences (including young families and newcomer families) through single or multi-day activities, workshops and programs in diverse environments including parks, festivals, museums, libraries and Parks Canada.
• Inspire and connect Canadians with an exciting world of outdoor activities while providing opportunities for visitors to learn new skills and build confidence that will help them embark on adventures in Parks Canada.