Tara Goulet
Director of Family Services | Marketing | Communications at Habitat for Humanity Saskatchewan- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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CPR & First Aid Certified
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Experience
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Habitat for Humanity Saskatchewan
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Canada
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Construction
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Family Services | Marketing | Communications
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Jun 2018 - Present
As a director and leader within the organization, I am responsible for setting, assessing and maintaining goals and budgets according to the organization's strategic objectives. Planning, managing and executing departmental projects. Strategic planning, change management initiatives, and evaluation strategies. Creating reports and presentations on departmental initiatives and objectives for the team, leadership, and the board. Managing, coaching, and mentoring staff. Creation, management, and delivery of Habitats provincial homeownership program. Creation of a community connections strategy and education platform. Creation and proofing of communication pieces, and community presentations/webinars. Relationship building and collaborating with diverse families, internal and external stakeholders, and all levels of Government. Marketing and communications management. Event planning, public relations, public speaking, involvement in fundraising initiatives, and oversight of volunteers. Condominium corporation, tenancy, and new home warranty management. Creation of systems, policies and standard operating procedures. Show less
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Saskatchewan Health Authority
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Canada
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Housing Operations & Administrative Services Manager
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Sep 2016 - Jun 2018
As a manager and leader within the health authority, I was responsible for the operations management of low-income seniors and at-risk housing facilities, and the management of administrative and reception service staff within a long-term care facility. Creation and delivery of team development strategies and customer service training. Responsible for strategic planning, operations and department budgets, and project and change management initiatives. Human resources management, internal and external stakeholder engagement, and conflict resolution. Collaboration with various levels of leadership and departments within the health authority, and managed critical items while streamlining effective processes. Using lean methodologies such as value stream mapping and quality improvement framework. Management of rentals, life lease condominiums, and maintenance work. Show less
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Global Public Affairs
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Canada
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Office Management and Human Resources Assistant
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Aug 2014 - Mar 2016
As an Office Management and Human Resources Assistant professional, I was responsible for all office management duties and assisting with Human Recourses within a public affairs/government relations organization. Provided administrative assistance to Chief Operating Officer, project-managed new office location start-ups, and provided event coordination expertise. Created and implemented HR roll-out, which included all office policies and procedures, employee handbook, business continuity plan, cultural expectations piece, hiring guide, and performance reviews. Assisted in the implementation of all employee engagement surveys for continuous company improvement. Collaborating with all Global office locations regarding office management manuals, procedures, and emergency procedures. Experience designing, developing, and delivering training programs and presentations. Assisted in the creation/implementation of all employee job descriptions, was responsible for all job postings and resume review, and developed and managed the employee onboarding program. Show less
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Junior Project Manager and Human Resources Assistant
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Jun 2012 - Jun 2014
As a junior project manager and change management specialist I was responsible for the project management turnaround of two multidisciplinary medical facilities while providing input and support for quality improvement initiatives. Strategically plan the optimization of effective patient flow. Assisted in recruiting doctors and other healthcare professionals, while overseeing the day-to-day scheduling of clinical positions. Cross-trained employees and executive team members, while monitoring the progress of all staff. Responsible for the creation and roll-out of all human resource initiatives, policies and standard operating procedures, operation activities, and IT resource management initiatives. Worked to improve the use of electronic medical records software and implemented the transition to electronic medical records. Involved in the delivery and oversight of the change management framework which included team buy-in, preparation, management and reinforcement. Implemented feedback surveys and quality improvement initiatives. Show less
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Executive Assistant - Real Estate Sales
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Jun 2010 - Jun 2012
Managed a team of 8 realtors, along with reception and office management duties. Responsibilities include: Assist the realtor’s in any and every possible fashion to assist in building his or her business and achieving all stated goals while providing excellent client service. Database Maintenance & implement all lead generation systems. Build stronger relationships with all referral sources, past clients and future clients to maximize client satisfaction and customer satisfaction. Knowledge of MLS Rules and Guidelines. Listing preparation and presentation activities, consistent with the Listing Preparation Checklist. Complete all listing processing activities as specified on the Listing Processing Checklist, along with creating listing packages for potential clients, and taking all photos and house specifications for listing upload. Complete all transaction processing activities. Complete all buyer preparation and presentation activities for each new buyer lead. Greet all customers, both on the phone and in person, in a professional and answer the phones and relay all messages in an accurate, quick and pleasant manner. Manage and respond to all incoming email and regular mail on a daily basis. Ensure the office is running smoothly, kept clean, tidy, garbage-free and well organized at all times. Updating website(s) and other electronic portals (i.e.: Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.), and advanced knowledge of the Company’s communication system. Expert knowledge of the Master Offer Clauses and the preparation of offers. Marketing: Prepare marketing materials, property listings and advertising. Work with realtor’s on marketing visions and strategies. Prepare and create project branding and promotional materials. Create and enhance marketing ideas and implementation. Monthly calendar organization in regard to general meetings, buyer and listing closing dates, and listing expiry dates. Show less
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Keller Williams Ottawa Realty
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Canada
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Real Estate
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100 - 200 Employee
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Real Estate Assistant
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Feb 2008 - Jun 2010
Was employed by 3 different teams of real estate agents. Responsibilities include: Assist the realtor’s in any and every possible fashion to assist in building his or her business and achieving all stated goals while providing excellent client service. Database Maintenance & implement all lead generation systems. Build stronger relationships with all referral sources, past clients and future clients to maximize client satisfaction and customer satisfaction. Knowledge of MLS Rules and Guidelines. Listing preparation and presentation activities, consistent with the Listing Preparation Checklist. Complete all listing processing activities as specified on the Listing Processing Checklist, along with creating listing packages for potential clients, and taking all photos and house specifications for listing upload. Complete all transaction processing activities. Complete all buyer preparation and presentation activities for each new buyer lead. Greet all customers, both on the phone and in person, in a professional and answer the phones and relay all messages in an accurate, quick and pleasant manner. Manage and respond to all incoming email and regular mail on a daily basis. Ensure the office is running smoothly, kept clean, tidy, garbage-free and well organized at all times. Updating website(s) and other electronic portals (i.e.: Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.), and advanced knowledge of the Company’s communication system. Expert knowledge of the Master Offer Clauses and the preparation of offers. Marketing: Prepare marketing materials, property listings and advertising. Work with realtor’s on marketing visions and strategies. Prepare and create project branding and promotional materials. Create and enhance marketing ideas and implementation. Monthly reporting: Sales and listings reports, and completed research on industry trends and forecasts reporting.Monthly calendar organization in regards to general meetings, buyer and listing closing dates, and listing expiry dates. Show less
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Senior Front Line Receptionist
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Sep 2006 - Jun 2008
Responsibilities include:Manage a multi-line phone system and paging service. Meeting and greeting clients. Booking meeting rooms for realtor’s. Senior reception duties such as opening office, holding key, creating duty calendar, and training of all new staff. Booking and confirming all appointments through Quick Office.Administrative duties such as faxing, photocopying, data entry, updating database, updating paper work, filing and document control processing.
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Education
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2022 - 2023
University of Alberta - Indigenous Canada
Indigenous Awareness Training -
2022 - 2023
Servant Leadership Academy
Organizational Leadership, Servant Leadership Practitioner Certificate -
2023 - 2023
Be Wise Business Academy
Digital Marketing -
2018 - 2018
Lean Leader Training - Kaizen Basics
Lean Management -
2012 - 2012
College of Saskatchewan Realtors
Phase 1 Residential Real Estate Course -
1993 - 1996
F.J. McElliott Secondary School
Graduated with Honours, English Language and Literature/Letters
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