Created and maintained databases to track and record data.
Process payments of invoices using departmental credit card and reconcile transactions.
Facilitated collaboration within the team and executives by organizing regular meetings, and maintaining meeting minutes.
Assisted with human resources tasks such as onboarding of volunteers, updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Reconciled departmental credit card and resolving discrepancies to keep account audit-ready.
Input financial data and produced reports using SAP.
Recruitment Officer
Saint Paul University
06.2023 - 11.2023
Established strong relationships with external parties and partners.
Organized recruitment events from inception to execution, resulting in successful and well-received gatherings.
Incorporated ideas, input, and content for key recruitment.
Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence.
Implemented school liaison strategy to promote programs in schools, colleges of further education and institutions.
Followed up with leads to explain application process and answered questions to increase interest.
Intake and Diversion Case Manager
The Ottawa Mission
05.2022 - 06.2023
Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs using Motivational Interviewing.
Assisted clients in setting achievable goals while providing ongoing encouragement and support throughout the process of reaching those objectives.
Utilized trauma-informed approach to promote healing and empowerment for clients.
Frontline Worker
The Ottawa Mission
12.2021 - 05.2022
Assisted in maintaining a safe environment for both clients and coworkers.
Handled high-pressure situations with professionalism, ensuring client needs were met promptly.
Promoted a welcoming environment by addressing concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Contributed to team success by effectively communicating with colleagues and management.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of shelter policies and safety guidelines.
Addictions Support Counsellor
The Ottawa Mission
06.2020 - 05.2022
Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring clients.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with clients.
Child and Youth Worker
Terrace Youth Residential Services
06.2020 - 08.2021
Participated in meetings to develop tailored interventions for individual clients based on their specific needs, strengths, and challenges.
Coordinated family visits, medical appointments and therapy sessions for clients.
Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
Prepared reports to define goals, weaknesses and strengths of residents.
Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, de-escalating volatile situations while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
Developed strong rapport with clients and families, fostering trust and open communication during therapy sessions.
Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
Implemented behavior modification strategies to address challenging behaviors exhibited by clients.
Billing and Administrative Support
Emond Harnden LLP
06.2018 - 06.2020
Managed high-volume workloads, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely completion and accuracy.
Followed detailed directions from lawyers to complete paperwork and dockets.
Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Opened and properly distributed incoming mail to promote quicker response to client inquiries.
Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
Supported financial manager with special projects and additional job duties.
Generated financial reports to assist management with business strategy.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Relations And Spirituality
Saint Paul University
Ottawa, ON
04.2022
College Diploma - Technique De Réadaptation Et Justice Pénale
La Cité Collégiale
Ottawa, ON
12.2019
High School Diploma -
École Secondaire Catholique De Casselman
Casselman, ON
06.2016
Skills
Customer and client relations
Confidentiality
Spreadsheet development
Correspondence Writing
Microsoft Office
Database Maintenance
Report Preparation
Critical Thinking
Training and coaching
English Fluency
French Fluency
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Natural Resources Canada
11.2023 - Current
Recruitment Officer
Saint Paul University
06.2023 - 11.2023
Intake and Diversion Case Manager
The Ottawa Mission
05.2022 - 06.2023
Frontline Worker
The Ottawa Mission
12.2021 - 05.2022
Addictions Support Counsellor
The Ottawa Mission
06.2020 - 05.2022
Child and Youth Worker
Terrace Youth Residential Services
06.2020 - 08.2021
Billing and Administrative Support
Emond Harnden LLP
06.2018 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Human Relations And Spirituality
Saint Paul University
College Diploma - Technique De Réadaptation Et Justice Pénale
La Cité Collégiale
High School Diploma -
École Secondaire Catholique De Casselman
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