Executive Director

• Aug 2022 - Present

Director of Economic Development

• Apr 2022 - Aug 2022

Economic Development Manager

• Apr 2018 - Apr 2022

Responsible for facilitating and promoting community economic development, in order to increase local employment though the growth and development of business.Act as a liaison between local organizations, businesses and individuals and representatives of government, business and industry concerning economic development.Research private and public sector economic development funding opportunities. Secure funding, via grants and proposals, for economic development programs and activities. Provide oversight of projects in the capacity of Project Manager. Work within a team to support members with career advice and provide financial assistance to overcome employment barriers. Exhibit daily administrative and financial capabilities and oversight.Represent the community at economic conferences at the local, regional and national levels.Provide advice regarding market analysis and economic opportunities.Identify opportunities for joint ventures and assist with any negotiations.Establish and support a Community Economic Development Committee.Ensure the community Daycare is being operated at an exceptional level and within the guidelines set forth by the governing body. Uphold an ethical standard of equality, honesty and leadership. Show less

Family Enhancement & Prevention Worker

• Aug 2021 - Mar 2022

Provide children and families with support services to keep them from entering the child and family services protection system, by providing: preventative service opportunities, resources, awareness, education, advocacy and counselling. Engage parents, extended family, and community partners in identifying problems and barriers, while supporting access to services and supports that address family needs. Utilize a continuum of resources, develop case plans, coordinate the resources and supports needed and arrange linkages/connections to other community resources; such as day programs, respite services and other culturally appropriate resources. Planning, developing and implementation of community based prevention and family enhancement programs as related to child and family service needs of the community. Show less

Program Manager

• May 2008 - Apr 2018

Report to the Director of Programs on the general oversight and all aspects of management, with emphasis on program development and quality service delivery with an Indigenous perspective. Work with local Elders and Cultural Leaders in creating culturally appropriate treatment plans, program initiatives and interventions. Create and follow a culturally informed Clinical Approach and provide everyday treatment directives based on the teachings of the Medicine Wheel. Support the agency for On The Land Programming through committee based decisions and actions. To develop staff competencies in order to ensure clinically based treatment. Be an active participant in various committees and meetings. Supervise staff and oversee case management. Responsibly manage the finances of the programs overseen. Uphold Wood’s Homes values as a representative. Show less