Community Reintegration Officer (CRO) / Probation & Parole Officer- Toronto East Detention Centre

• Nov 2022 - Present

Probation and Parole Officer-RH (Previous -Toronto Anti-Guns & Gangs Unit)

• May 2016 - Dec 2022

Helping to ensure public safety by managing offenders sentenced to serve their sentences in the community. Serves to reintegrate offenders back into the community while providing enough supervision to ensure public safety (Ministry of the Solicitor General)

Founder/Director: Motivational Speaker, Mentor, Coach, Facilitator, Evangelist

• 1997 - Present

Pursuing Purpose Services is a non-denominational, faith based outreach service designed to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ and teach practical principles and life skills for everyday living. Ordained to prepare, empower, edify and strengthen the the community, guiding and supporting them into their God ordained purposes and destinies by teaching and sharing the undiluted word of God. MESSAGE PURSUING PURPOSE WITH THE POWER, PASSION & PRESENCE OF GOD Pursuing Purpose Services is a non-denominational, faith based outreach service designed to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ and teach practical principles and life skills for everyday living. Ordained to prepare, empower, edify and strengthen the the community, guiding and supporting them into their God ordained purposes and destinies by teaching and sharing the undiluted word of God. MESSAGE PURSUING PURPOSE WITH THE POWER, PASSION & PRESENCE OF GOD

Licensed/Ordained Elder

• Oct 2007 - Dec 2020

The Vision of Kingsway Community Life Centre is: “Loving you back to Life & Destiny” We are a multi-generational church that represents many nationalities and cultures. People are our priority! Young, old, married, single, parents and children. People from all walks of life, every race and every language. We have one common goal: to know God and to make Him known. The Vision of Kingsway Community Life Centre is: “Loving you back to Life & Destiny” We are a multi-generational church that represents many nationalities and cultures. People are our priority! Young, old, married, single, parents and children. People from all walks of life, every race and every language. We have one common goal: to know God and to make Him known.

Case Manager- Prevention Intervention Toronto - Gang Prevention/YouthReach

• Nov 2009 - Apr 2016

Prevention Intervention Toronto- Gang Prevention This program helps youth who are having problems with the law and are looking for support. Services •Training and employment opportunities •One-on-one support from a dedicated mentor/case worker •Guidance about educational, legal and social service systems JVS Toronto is a non-profit organization that partners with both the government and business sectors to help people succeed. We currently offer an expansive range of services throughout the Greater Toronto Area to thousands of unemployed and underemployed individuals. These include youth, persons with disabilities, women, children, and newcomers. Since its inception, JVS Toronto has helped over 500,000 people fulfill their potential through a variety of counselling and support programs modeled on best practice approaches. October 2013 - April 2016: Youth Reach Employment Counsellor - JVS Scarborough Employment Source April 2012 - October 2013: Employment Counsellor - JVS Jane Finch Employment Source November 2009 - March 2012: Case Manager- Prevention Intervention Toronto; Gang Prevention - JVS Weston Mt. Dennis and Jane finch ES The mandate of the YouthReach program is to connect youth, schools, community and business to help them achieve their goals. This position assists at-risk youth who have experienced conflict with the law with overcoming barriers to success in finding employment or accessing training/educational opportunities. Youth are assisted through self-directed job search, research, and counselling. Case Worker/Employment Counsellor: • Provide excellent customer service by helping youth clarify needs and determine actions/solutions through assessment, case management and counselling. • Possess knowledge of the Youth Criminal Justice System and carry out counselling and case management duties; prepare and facilitate workshops; refer clients to job development services

York Detention Centre, Casatta- Youth Service Officer; Corrections/Control Officer, DCW

• Mar 2000 - Nov 2009

The York Detention Centre at 354 George Street in downtown Toronto is a secure custody and detention facility for youth ages 12 to 15. The 36 - bed facility also serves as the intake centre for all of Toronto and employs 30 full time and 100 part time and unclassified staff. Control Officer / Program Clerk 2005 - 2009 Liaised with Ministry, Probation, Court Services, Police, Lawyers, Parents and other support agencies in order to provide the best resident care Responsible for central safety and security of facility; maintained central command center and operation of radio communication systems Distributed and maintained care of facility equipment (keys, mobile radios, switchboard, etc.) Maintained communication, visiting, resident movement, release and admission logs Developed and maintained daily client information rosters for staff and Ministry services Youth Service Officer / Detention Custody Worker 2000 - 2005 Ensured safety and health of at risk youth, maintained order and security in a Correctional Secure Custody and Detention facility for youth ages 12 to 17 who meet the secure criteria under the Child and Family Services Act Provided direct child care service to residents, case management planning, and conduct central intake interviews; maintained thorough case documentation and utilize program policies and procedures as provided in Procedural Manuals Supervised, planned, initiated and carried through goal oriented activities utilizing motivational techniques; coordinated school programming, ensured educational needs of residents were met effectively and safely Maintained professional standards, confidentiality, policies and procedures of the facility Supervised resident activities and control of resident movement throughout the institution

Residential Counsellor

• 2004 - 2005

OUR MANDATE: St. Clare’s Residence is a transitional crisis care facility for women, aged 25 years or older, who have experienced difficulty maintaining permanent housing Our goal is to assist our residents to live independently in the community by providing long-term, self-directed services in a supportive, home-like atmosphere, governed by safety, respect and dignity Residents of St. Clare’s contribute financially, based on their income THE CHARACTERISTICS AND NEEDS OF OUR RESIDENTS: Women who come to St. Clare’s are in need of building self-esteem, re-learning basic coping skills and gaining communication and life skills. Many are seeking employment possibilities and pursuing avenues that will lead them to independent housing