Melissa Rawn
Parry Sound
Summary
Professional in employment services with background in career coaching, job placement, and workforce development.. Skilled in resume writing, interview coaching, and labor market analysis. Reliable and adaptable, consistently tailoring support to ensure clients reach their employment goals through a client-centered approach.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employment Services Coordinator
Community Living Parry Sound
04.2025 - Current
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Provided specialized assistance for clients facing unique barriers to employment, including those with disabilities or language limitations.
- Assisted clients in achieving their employment goals through tailored resume writing and interview coaching.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of client needs, skills, and interests to identify suitable employment opportunities.
Community Inclusion & Support Facilitator
Community Living Parry Sound
04.2024 - Current
- Planned and co-facilitated an event for young females on important life skills specific to their age demographic, focusing on skills such as: mindfulness, hygiene and personal & online safety.
- Provided compassionate guidance and emotional support to clients with developmental and intellectual disabilities , empowering them to overcome obstacles and achieve personal goals.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
- Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement through participating in community and social events.
Job Coach & Employment Supports Intern
Community Living Parry Sound
04.2024 - 04.2025
- Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges.
- Cultivated strong relationships with community organizations and resources to provide additional support services for clients when needed.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community resources to support job coaching.
- Offered ongoing support to clients throughout their job search process, leading to increased levels of motivation and self confidence.
EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
AGILEC
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Conduct all verbal and written interactions with high quality and professionalism with participants, employers, community network partners, and colleagues.
- Understanding of career/occupations, various job requirements, vocational rehabilitation, job search techniques/ career planning/coaching and community resource referrals.
- Demonstrate flexibility with meeting operational needs of company, taking on variety of tasks and supporting team when needed.
- Improved office efficiency by effectively managing communications and correspondence with team members and job seekers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Georgian College
Orillia, ON04-2024
Skills
- Proficient in Employment Ontario database management
- Job placement assistance
- Skilled in Microsoft Office tools
- Canva design proficiency
- Social media engagement
- Strategic networking
- Case management proficiency
- Client engagement
- Flexible educational approaches
- Employer relations
Certification
- Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR/ AED Level C
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
- Mental Health First Aid Standard
Affiliations
- Parry Sound District Lions Club
Timeline
Employment Services Coordinator
Community Living Parry Sound
04.2025 - Current
Community Inclusion & Support Facilitator
Community Living Parry Sound
04.2024 - Current
Job Coach & Employment Supports Intern
Community Living Parry Sound
04.2024 - 04.2025
EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST
AGILEC
08.2023 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Counselling Psychology
Georgian College
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