OUR TEAM
Imagine Respite Services Inc. is fully insured and all Team Members have First Aid and CPR training, a police check and WSIB coverage
Julie Burrows
Owner & Program Director
Hi! My name is Julie Burrows. Thank you for visiting Imagine Repsite's website! I truly appreciate all the support!
I am a highly motivated Child Youth Worker and Support Worker, and am providing a variety of Respite Services to young adults with an intellectual disability.
I received my three year diploma in Child and Youth Work from Centennial College in 2006. I have worked in behavioural classrooms and group homes, and over the past several years I have worked with people of all different ages, disabilities and needs within the home, community and school.
In the spring of 2010 I volunteered at a school and orphanage in Kampala, Uganda. In order to make the volunteering experience successful, both myself and Robyn, a fellow Child and Youth Worker, spent months planning, fundraising and organizing a two week camp; we also sent a shipment of supplies. The shipment included supplies to run the camp and included boxes of arts and crafts and bags full of sports equipment. Along with the camp necessities, we also sent clothing, bicycles, bedding, toys and so much more! Lastly, we raised money to contribute to the building of a new high school in order to provide students with the opportunity to further their education past grade 8; this process would have been delayed extensively without our fundraising. We had an incredible experience with the children, teaching them games, sports, songs, and crafts! Our number one goal was to put a smile on the children's faces, which we definitely succeeded in!
I look forward to using my previous experience and professional skills to provide a fun and educational experience for your son or daughter.
I am a highly motivated Child Youth Worker and Support Worker, and am providing a variety of Respite Services to young adults with an intellectual disability.
I received my three year diploma in Child and Youth Work from Centennial College in 2006. I have worked in behavioural classrooms and group homes, and over the past several years I have worked with people of all different ages, disabilities and needs within the home, community and school.
In the spring of 2010 I volunteered at a school and orphanage in Kampala, Uganda. In order to make the volunteering experience successful, both myself and Robyn, a fellow Child and Youth Worker, spent months planning, fundraising and organizing a two week camp; we also sent a shipment of supplies. The shipment included supplies to run the camp and included boxes of arts and crafts and bags full of sports equipment. Along with the camp necessities, we also sent clothing, bicycles, bedding, toys and so much more! Lastly, we raised money to contribute to the building of a new high school in order to provide students with the opportunity to further their education past grade 8; this process would have been delayed extensively without our fundraising. We had an incredible experience with the children, teaching them games, sports, songs, and crafts! Our number one goal was to put a smile on the children's faces, which we definitely succeeded in!
I look forward to using my previous experience and professional skills to provide a fun and educational experience for your son or daughter.
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Tammy Lyle-Gravlev
Program Development Coordinator
As a parent of a child with special needs, I understand the challenges in finding effective and inclusive programming. Having acquired a background in Sport Administration & Recreation and being a graduate of the Georgian College Recreational Therapy Post Graduate program, I became a strong advocate of teaching skills to support an independent lifestyle. I have created strong relationships with clients, their parents and other caregivers. It is through these bonds and trusting relationships that I have had the privilege of participating in a number of memorable opportunities behalf of Imagine Respite Services.
Working with Imagine Respite Services has supported both my own personal and professional growth and the gratitude gained from watching the participants grow, develop and enjoy a quality of life with friends via the social activities we provide is truly an amazing experience that I am very thankful for and enjoy immensely.
Working with Imagine Respite Services has supported both my own personal and professional growth and the gratitude gained from watching the participants grow, develop and enjoy a quality of life with friends via the social activities we provide is truly an amazing experience that I am very thankful for and enjoy immensely.
ROBYNN NIEROP
YOGA & WELLNESS PROGRAM FACILITATOR
Robynn Nierop has worked with Imagine Respite since April 2015. She comes with an extensive background working with both children and adults with special needs via the York Region School Board, the Geneva Centre for Autism and one-on-one care teaching and facilitating both life and social skills in addition to increasing physical activity in sport and recreation. In 2008, Robynn graduated from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CSNN) where she gained her designation as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN). She specializes in the use of diet and natural nutrition as necessary aspects in achieving the best possible levels of health and wellness for her participants.
A Certified Coach Practitioner with the Certified Coaches Federation and a Life Skills Coach and George Brown College graduate, she believes in living life with balance, moderation, and using her knowledge and life experience to facilitate her participants on achieving their potential while assisting them in experiencing life to the fullest.
A Certified Coach Practitioner with the Certified Coaches Federation and a Life Skills Coach and George Brown College graduate, she believes in living life with balance, moderation, and using her knowledge and life experience to facilitate her participants on achieving their potential while assisting them in experiencing life to the fullest.
Cindy Hamilton
Program Facilitator & Support Worker
My name is Cindy Hamilton and I am thrilled to be a part of the Imagine team!
Growing up with a sister who has special needs gave me the inspiration to start working in this field. I currently have 9 years of experience working with children and adults of various abilities. I began as a Leader and have thrived as a Program Director and Integration Worker (1-1 support) for the City of Toronto Adapted and Integrated Summer Camps and Recreational Programs that run throughout the year.I have also worked privately in Respite for children and adults in the past.
I have a BA Honours in Theatre Studies at York University. My passion for art coincides with my passion for working with people with special needs and Icurrently use my knowledge and experience to run activities in visual arts and photography for adults. I look forward to making new memories with Imagine!
Growing up with a sister who has special needs gave me the inspiration to start working in this field. I currently have 9 years of experience working with children and adults of various abilities. I began as a Leader and have thrived as a Program Director and Integration Worker (1-1 support) for the City of Toronto Adapted and Integrated Summer Camps and Recreational Programs that run throughout the year.I have also worked privately in Respite for children and adults in the past.
I have a BA Honours in Theatre Studies at York University. My passion for art coincides with my passion for working with people with special needs and Icurrently use my knowledge and experience to run activities in visual arts and photography for adults. I look forward to making new memories with Imagine!
Leah Myland
Program Facilitator & Support Worker
My name is Leah and I am a graduate of Centennial College’s Recreation and Leisure Services Program. From a young age I enjoyed helping others, a trait instilled in me by my parents as social workers. I began volunteering at Holland Bloorview Kids Rehab (formerly Bloorview MacMillan) and found a passion for working with people with special needs. In high school I took an adapted class and ran gym classes once a week at Osler High School . While completing my diploma I did a one year placement at Variety Village working in Outreach and both of their day programs for adults with disabilities.
For the past five years I have been working with the City of Toronto running adapted programs for children, youth and adults as well as working as an Integration Worker supporting children with special needs in recreational programs such as swimming, skating and cooking. I am so happy to be a part of the Imagine Team and to have the opportunity to support young adults in their independence and provide activities to enrich their lives.
For the past five years I have been working with the City of Toronto running adapted programs for children, youth and adults as well as working as an Integration Worker supporting children with special needs in recreational programs such as swimming, skating and cooking. I am so happy to be a part of the Imagine Team and to have the opportunity to support young adults in their independence and provide activities to enrich their lives.
corry-anne rossi
PROGRAM FACILITATOR & SUPPORT WORKER
My name is Corey-Anne Rossi, I am a proud graduate of Ryerson University, with a bachelor’s degree in Social Work. I am delighted to be a part of the Imagine Respite.
I have always had a passion for working with individuals with developmental disabilities. I started my early career in social work and as a part of my studies, volunteered with The Centre for Dreams. As part of this placement, I had the pleasure of working with members, helping them achieve personal goals. In addition to volunteering at Centre for Dreams, I had the opportunity to work with York Support Services, providing case management to the families of those with disabilities.
I have always been a proud advocate and supporter of individuals with disabilities. Imagine Respite Services will give me the opportunity to help its participants live an enriched, independent and full life. I strongly believe that all people, including those with developmental disabilities, deserve the chance to live the life they desire and truly deserve without any restrictions. I am honoured and thrilled to be a part of an extremely inclusive and positive team.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE
Are you fun and outgoing?? Do you have experience working with and delivering recreational programs for individuals with various abilities? We would like to hear from you to see if you are the right fit for Imagine Respite Services Inc., and our participants.
- Diploma or degree in Recreation and leisure, Therapeutic Recreation, Disability Studies, Physical Health and Education or another related field an asset
- CPR, First Aid, AED certifications
- G License with a clean record
- Experience working with people of varied abilities
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Professional demeanor
- Dependable and reliable
- Availability on evenings or weekends
Please forward your resume, with cover letter and salary expectations to Imagine Respite Services Inc at info@imaginerespiteservices.com