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Kali Brady

Fort Frances

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at the Ministry of the Solicitor General. Proven leadership in coaching and mentoring staff, complemented by strong communication skills and expertise in Incident Report Management and Crisis Management. Recognized for outstanding performance and commitment to public safety, fostering a collaborative and innovative team environment.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Sergeant Secondment

Ministry of the Solicitor General
10.2023 - Current
  • Coached and mentored staff for over 12 months while maintaining the operation of the institution and contributing to public safety through the care, custody and control of inmates.
  • Embodied the Ontario Public Service's standards by creating a team environment that is innovative, inclusive, respectful, supportive and accessible.
  • Used strong communication skills to effectively liaise with institutional staff, senior management, regional services and other community partners.
  • Remained calm and demonstrated courage, accountability and authenticity in emergency situations, staff disagreements and other sensitive issues.
  • Studied institutional policies and procedures and exemplified the expectations through actions and decision-making to ensure a clear understanding to staff.
  • Completed Staff Sergeant training and on-boarding and demonstrated clear understanding of the ministry's vision of the position.
  • Familiar with Leadership Pathways Program and used it's leadership model to grow an oriented mindset that's responsible, collaborative and innovative while learning to create a positive culture within the staff and institution.
  • Proficient in Incident Report Management, creating and finalizing documentation and stay up-to-date on Segregation policies and procedures.

Correctional Officer/Acting Sergeant

Ministry of the Solicitor General
07.2019 - 10.2023
  • Maintain care, custody and control of clients within and outside of institutions and ensure clients are equipped for successful rehabilitation.
  • Escort clients to and from cell block, court, transfers to other institutions, hospitals and medical appointments.
  • Conduct routine and emergency head counts, evacuation procedures, fire drills and lockdown protocols.
  • Prepare, process and maintain documents, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
  • Observe and supervise clients throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and work assignments.
  • Lead intake/release and processing of clients by handling paperwork, searches and interviews.
  • Maintain excellent rapport with both clients and colleagues for optimal, secure and productive working conditions.
  • Provide leadership, direction and coaching to staff and ensure compliance with correctional standards, policies, legislation and procedures.

Youth Minister

St. Mary's Parish
09.2016 - 07.2019
  • Acted as confidant for 100 plus young church members per year to enhance faith and personal growth.
  • Maintained effective communication with Parish Priests, ensuring effective and cooperative youth program development.
  • Chaperoned students on field trips and other outdoor activities, monitoring behavior and safety.
  • Drew young people to responsible participation in life, mission and work of Catholic faith communities.
  • Used “relational” ministry and “catechetical” resources for comprehensive Catholic youth ministry for middle school and high school aged youth.
  • Planned weekly and monthly Edge and Lifeteen nights and worked alongside dedicated Core Teams in order to run successful and long-lasting youth ministry programs.
  • Planned and directed annual week long summer camps for middle age youth.

Education

Certificate of Completion -

Correctional Officer Training & Assessment Program
Kenora, ON
07.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biology And Natural Science

Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, ON
05.2014

High School Diploma -

Fort Frances High School
Fort Frances, ON
06.2009

Skills

  • Successfully completed Correctional Officer Training and Assessment Program and was awarded "Outstanding Student" and "MERC" awards
  • Completed Operational Manager job shadowing and am equipped to supervise shift staff and daily operations in accordance to institutional policies and procedures
  • Trained and successfully completed Fitness Test for Ontario Correctional Officer Applicants, which included Search Station, Emergency Response Circuit and Aerobic Shuttle Run
  • Emergency and Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Automated External Defibrillator (AED), MSA certification, Food Handling certificate and SAFER trained
  • Crisis Management and Risk Management trained
  • Member of Ontario Corrections Ceremonial Unit
  • Member of Health and Productivity Program team
  • Secretary of Local OPSEU #718
  • Applied Suicide Intervention Skills trained
  • Very firm on punctuality, dependability and responsibility
  • Able to multi-task and stay organized in fast paced environments while working safely and efficiently
  • Comfortable speaking in public, preparing presentations, organizing and planning
  • Willing and eager to learn all necessary skills, procedures, practices and knowledge this position entails
  • Have strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Have experience in emergency response situations and keep up-to-date on Correctional trends, theories, policies and practices
  • Have volunteer experience inside and outside correctional settings such as: youth ministry events (summer camps, weekly and monthly youth gatherings) as leader and team member, chaperone school events, coaching for the Fort Frances Girls Women's Hockey Association, set-up for family events for Corrections Peer Support Program, Treasurer and Vice-President of Tour De Fort Concert Series, kitchen help for church events such as: funerals, bazaars, dinners and other special events, providing music through singing at funerals, weddings and other fundraising events, and board member for Fort Frances Community Chest

Additional Information

Besides my passion for the correctional field, my love for music has been an important aspect of my life. I have volunteered at many different events where I had the pleasure to give my time and talents through music. I also love to cook, read, spend quality time with my family and friends and spend as much time on Rainy Lake as I can.

Timeline

Staff Sergeant Secondment

Ministry of the Solicitor General
10.2023 - Current

Correctional Officer/Acting Sergeant

Ministry of the Solicitor General
07.2019 - 10.2023

Youth Minister

St. Mary's Parish
09.2016 - 07.2019

Certificate of Completion -

Correctional Officer Training & Assessment Program

Bachelor of Science - Biology And Natural Science

Lakehead University

High School Diploma -

Fort Frances High School

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