Justin Deveau
Yarmouth,NS
Summary
Polished Program Coordinator with 4 years of experience implementing mental health programs. Personable and adept at managing sensitive situations. Organized and self-motivated to provide support(s) to disadvantaged individuals, by giving them the tools needed to make positive, lasting changes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Officer
Department Of Justice
08.2023 - Current
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Promoted positive environment for rehabilitation with effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Converse with inmate to obtain information and assess needs.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
Patient Right's Advisor Service
Healthy Co-operative Minds
03.2023 - Current
- Ability to handle sensitive information and convey right(s) to individuals placed in the Involuntary Psychiatric Treatment Act.
- Managed over 30 different client cases.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic care through a trauma informed lens, providing emotional support.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, fostering open communication and rapport building.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Program Coordinator
laing House
06.2019 - 02.2023
- Creating, coordinating and implementing member-centered programming and activities related to: Healthy Living, Community Navigation, Employment and Education and Peer Support/Mentorship. These activities can be facilitated in-person or via Laing Online platform.
- Assisting members in identifying and actualizing personal goals and priorities.
- Supported planning and coordination of mental health program and associated activities.
- Ensures that program elements reflect Laing's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Designed over 150 programs and activities that are relevant, engaging and reflect member input.
- Helps to identify, build and maintain partner relationships.
- Worked alongside Halifax team to secure useful coverage of program goals and daily operations.
- Maintains over 20 records related to member support and programming.
- Help identify new sources of funding, partnerships and sponsorships.
- Help promote fund development initiatives and participate in occasional Laing House fundraising activities.
- Reviewed and strengthened program operations with continuous assessment of operational plans and strategies
- Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
V.P. of Activities
Nova Scotia Community College
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Planning and collaborating with other executives' activities and events.
- Filling out documents such as: risk assessments forms, waivers, contact information sheets and event management forms.
- Running activities and obtaining any certification or license needed for events.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships with other executives.
- Preformed with energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Increased school spirit through innovative, engaging events.
Youth Support Worker
SHYFT House
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
- Applied behavioral knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Collaborated on program operations and relayed participant feedback for improvements.
After-School Program Assistant
Meadow-fields Community School
04.2018 - 05.2018
- Managed behavioral issues and used positive behavior strategies for groups of up to 12 students.
- Kept areas clean, organized and stocked, and sanitized surfaces and toys.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
- Supervised up to 12 students during outdoor exercise periods, monitoring group and individual safety.
- Created fun, age-appropriate activities for school-age children.
Education
DIPLOMA - SOCIAL SERVICES
Nova Scotia Community College
Yarmouth, NS05.2019
Graduate Class -
Nova Scotia Community College
Yarmouth, NS05.2013
Skills
- Information management
- Student counseling
- Document control
- Records management
- Ability to provide clients with safe and supportive environment that promotes empowerment
- Experienced working in fast paced and busy environments
- Program Planning
- Interpersonal Skills
- Remote Working Experience
- Program Planning
- Interpersonal Skills
- Remote Working Experience
Additional Information
Dean Fuller : Member of Meadows Board & Directors:
902-774-4642
kelly Mitchell : Founder & Director of Aidan Mae Youth Drop-in Center:
902-740-5633
Heather McPeake: Executive Director of Laing House
902-425-9018
Timeline
Corrections Officer
Department Of Justice
08.2023 - Current
Patient Right's Advisor Service
Healthy Co-operative Minds
03.2023 - Current
Program Coordinator
laing House
06.2019 - 02.2023
Youth Support Worker
SHYFT House
01.2019 - 04.2019
After-School Program Assistant
Meadow-fields Community School
04.2018 - 05.2018
V.P. of Activities
Nova Scotia Community College
09.2017 - 05.2019
DIPLOMA - SOCIAL SERVICES
Nova Scotia Community College
Graduate Class -
Nova Scotia Community College
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