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Rhyan James

Timmins,Canada

Summary

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Indigenous Bail Program

Nishnawbe Aski Legal Corporation
  • -Report, engage, and build rapport with clients on a bi-weekly basis and monitor and enforce court ordered conditions when necessary.
  • -Develop and implement client-centered, culturally appropriate bail plans; providing ongoing client support and assistance through case management.
  • -Make referrals for and follow-ups with various legal, social service, mental health, and addictions facilities in Northeastern Ontario.
  • -Attend bail courts and work closely with duty counsel and defense lawyers to perform intakes.
  • -Write advocacy letters to Justices and Judges on behalf of the client.
  • -Keep organized case files for quarterly and annual Ministry statistics data entry.

Indigenous Bail Program Coordinator

Ininew Friendship Centre
07.2017 - 08.2021
  • -Report, engage, and build rapport with clients on a bi-weekly basis and monitor and enforce court ordered conditions when necessary.
  • -Develop and implement client-centered, culturally appropriate bail plans; providing ongoing client support and assistance through case management.
  • -Make referrals for and follow-ups with various legal, social service, mental health, and addictions facilities in Northeastern Ontario.
  • -Attend bail courts and work closely with duty counsel and defense lawyers to perform intakes.
  • -Write advocacy letters to Justices and Judges on behalf of the client.
  • -Keep organized case files for quarterly and annual Ministry statistics data entry.

Indigenous Bail Bed Project Development Coordinator

Ininew Friendship Centre
07.2018 - 02.2019
  • Left Indigenous Bail Program Coordinator position for the duration of this program research and development.
  • -Consultations and presentations with Indigenous community, regional legal workers, social service providers, and stakeholders regarding the creation and implementation of an Indigenous Bail Bed Program in North-Eastern Ontario.
  • -Manage program funding efficiently and report progress to Ininew Friendship Centre and Indigenous Justice Division (Ministry of Attorney General).
  • -Hired and collaborated with third-party consultants for research purposes, needs-based assessments, and report writing.
  • -Secured partnership with local agency.
  • -Wrote and submitted proposal for Indigenous Bail Bed Program.
  • -Program approved by Ministry; launched and has been successful, with two expansions since inception.

Part-Time Youth Worker

Mee-Quam Youth Residence
04.2017 - 09.2017
  • -Assisted youth with programming and interpersonal, strengths-based, therapeutic interaction in an open-custody facility.
  • -Maintained clear, organized, and concise records and case notes.

4 Month field placement

Villa Minto Long-Term Care/Lady Minto Hospital
12.2016 - 04.2017
  • -Interacted daily with older adults residing Long-Term Care in the morning.
  • -Interacted daily with older adults with advanced illnesses, acute care, and palliative care patients.
  • -Provided support, comfort, and built rapport with the family of patients and residents.
  • -Was involved and attended collaborative weekly round-table meetings with primary care, support staff, and social work staff. Discussed individual patient care and how to best meet their needs.
  • -Began a program which facilitated weekly outings for Acute care patients from the James Bay Coast. Worked with the municipality and doctors for approval to bring Indigenous Elders to the Friendship Centre for their spiritual needs, lunches, bingos, and therapeutic interactions with Ininew Friendship Centre Staff.

1 Month Field Placement

Villa Minto Long Term Care Facility
03.2015

Student General Labourer

Ontario Northland Railway
05.2016 - 08.2016
  • -Cleaned and prepared rail cars for the Cochrane-Moosonee run.
  • -Reported any damage or safety issues to maintenance staff if noticed during a shift.
  • -Worked with as a team and managed time efficiently.

Social Work Tutor

Cambrian College
09.2015 - 12.2015
  • -Assisted first and second year students strive for success in regards to essay writing, comprehension of skills, and application of concepts.

Finance and Payroll Administrator

Dynamic Systems
09.2013 - 04.2014
  • -Processed payroll and prepared and balanced period-end reports
  • -Data entry, reconciliation of accounts, and monthly reports via Quickbooks.
  • -Maintained vendor accounts, followed up on past due balances.
  • -Processed vendor invoices and prepared invoice deduction/claim notices.
  • -Processed sales orders for order fulfillment.

Dispatch and Customer Service

Regional Factory Parts and Service
03.2010 - 05.2013
  • -Streamlined and dispatched technician workweeks.
  • -Managed expectations of retailers, property management corporations, warranty providers regarding major appliance and electronic repair.

Education

Diploma - Social Service Work Program

Cambrian College
01.2017

Skills

  • Friendly and positive attitude, fostering a welcoming environment
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  • Effective communication
  • Effective problem-solving skills
  • Proven experience in grant writing and report development

Accomplishments

    Secured funding for a Bail Beds program by thoroughly assessing community needs and identifying service gaps.

Certification

  • Indigenous Canada 12 week course - University of Alberta October 7th 2020
  • Mental Health First Aid – Mental Health Commission of Canada - June 2019
  • Level C First Aid and CPR - 2019
  • The Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care - April 2017
  • Adjusting to Long Term-Care and Driving and Dementia Webinars (ALZeducate)

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Indigenous Bail Bed Project Development Coordinator

Ininew Friendship Centre
07.2018 - 02.2019

Indigenous Bail Program Coordinator

Ininew Friendship Centre
07.2017 - 08.2021

Part-Time Youth Worker

Mee-Quam Youth Residence
04.2017 - 09.2017

4 Month field placement

Villa Minto Long-Term Care/Lady Minto Hospital
12.2016 - 04.2017

Student General Labourer

Ontario Northland Railway
05.2016 - 08.2016

Social Work Tutor

Cambrian College
09.2015 - 12.2015

1 Month Field Placement

Villa Minto Long Term Care Facility
03.2015

Finance and Payroll Administrator

Dynamic Systems
09.2013 - 04.2014

Dispatch and Customer Service

Regional Factory Parts and Service
03.2010 - 05.2013

Indigenous Bail Program

Nishnawbe Aski Legal Corporation

Diploma - Social Service Work Program

Cambrian College

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