Kate Parry
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with strong work ethic and dedication to achieving goals. Skilled at developing and maintaining documentation systems, managing calendars and preparing reports. Knowledgeable in project management principles, business processes and customer service best practices.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Programs and Interventions Coordinator
Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General
2018.08 - Current
- Plans and delivers formal curriculum, interventions, and techniques to experienced probation officers across the province
- Provides authoritative advice and assists experienced probation officers on applying strategic supervision to complex client files through reviews of case management plans
- Develops and identifies strategies to senior managers that will continuously improve service delivery, engage, recruit and/or retain employees across the province
- Plans and implements feedback strategies, such as conducting focus groups and/or developing questionnaires; complies, analyzes, reports, and presents options or recommendations to senior management
- Participates in justice and social services committees and meetings to share information, problem solve and enhance community safety, build and maintain relationships with justice partners, Indigenous communities and enhance services to clients
- Mentors, guides, and motivates staff in terms of their coaching skills and peer supports and ensures access to training and professional development opportunities to enhance their knowledge or skills
- Estimates and forecasts expenditures for implementing the training plan, and providing options related to facilities and resources.
Adult Probation Officer
Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General
2010.05 - 2018.08
- Duties included ongoing case management and assessment of risk level for medium to high-risk probation clients in the community.
Employment and Assistance Worker
Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction
2008.03 - 2010.05
- Providing assistance to those in need and helping people who are able to work achieve sustainable employment.
Third Party Administration
Elizabeth Fry Society
2007.01 - 2008.03
- Duties include administering funds for the Ministry of Employment and Income Assistance to clients who are banned from the local Ministry offices, due to behavioral concerns.
Residential Support Worker
Columbia Place at Elizabeth Fry Society
2006.11 - 2007.03
- Duties include individual counseling and goal planning focusing on self-reliance, coping skills and independent living; offering support to women who have been in conflict with the law or are in the state of transition.
Social Outreach Volunteer
Maida Duncan Women’s and Family Resource and Drop-In Center and the Surrey Pre-Trial Center through the Elizabeth Fry Society
2006.05 - 2006.11
- Duties include conflict resolution and assisting in developing a safe environment for women-at-risk.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (Criminology) -
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
04.2006
Diploma Criminology -
MALASPINA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
04.2004
Skills
- Presenting Ideas and Plans
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Facilitation of curriculum
- Schedule Management
- Staff Development and Training
- Strategic Planning
- Multitasking and Organization
- Professional Networking
Timeline
Programs and Interventions Coordinator
Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General
2018.08 - Current
Adult Probation Officer
Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General
2010.05 - 2018.08
Employment and Assistance Worker
Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction
2008.03 - 2010.05
Third Party Administration
Elizabeth Fry Society
2007.01 - 2008.03
Residential Support Worker
Columbia Place at Elizabeth Fry Society
2006.11 - 2007.03
Social Outreach Volunteer
Maida Duncan Women’s and Family Resource and Drop-In Center and the Surrey Pre-Trial Center through the Elizabeth Fry Society
2006.05 - 2006.11
Bachelor of Arts (Criminology) -
SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY
Diploma Criminology -
MALASPINA UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
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