Juliette Jackson

***** ****

Edmonton, AB

T*Z *W5

November 2022

TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN

Dear Sir/Madam,

Please accept my application for the position of Career Connections

Supervisor. I am a mature woman with lots of experience in providing care to

people of the vulnerable sector. I do have a lot of experience in working

with people of all backgrounds with respect and dignity.

I have worked and lived in group homes and support adults with disabilities for

the last 28years at various setting. I was a live-in team leader for 7years, then a

team leader at a day program setting for 7years, a job coach and currently in an

Community Employment Navigator position. I also have tremendous experience

in leading and supervising others. I work well with people of all backgrounds and

adapt well to changes. I am hard-working, dependable, have strong leadership

skills, well composed, professional and have a strong sense of balance in life. I

also handle stress and crisis in a calm manner.

If I should be considered for this position, I am available for an interview at a

mutually convenient time. Attached is a copy of my resume for your review.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely yours,

Juliette Jackson

October 1993 – December 1993: Arrived in Canada and participated in an exchange program.

January 1993-September 1993: Secretarial work – UniPetrol Oil Company

April 1989 – December 1992: Secretarial work – UNICEF

RESPONSIBILITIES: Filing, taking and typing minutes/reports, (head office in NY), participated in the rehabilitation of those affected by tragedy; arranging schedules for 3 supervisor etc.

EDUCATION:

July 1988-March 1989 Post Secondary Correspondence School, Pitman’s, (London, UK); Advanced level of typing, shorthand, oral & written English.

September 1983 – June 1988 High School (Annie Walsh Memorial School, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa)

September 1976 – June 1983 Elementary School (St Anne’s Primary School, Freetown, Sierra Leone, West Africa).

SKILLS

Conflict management: Leadership abilities; Team building, Problem solving; Work

well with people of all backgrounds; Scheduling/organization; Lead meetings;

Flexible computer use; Decision making; Management skills; stress management.

ACHIEVEMENTS

CPI

CPR & 1st AID

Participated in various committees

Lots of in house training & workshops

-Team building

-Communication

-Meeting the needs of clients

-Conflict resolution

OUTREACH PROGRAMS

-Attended various festivals

-With my initiative & planning, an article was written about us on the local newspaper which gave us some exposure

-Volunteered with Meals On Wheels in Hamilton Ontario.

PROFILE: I am a professional, dedicated, honest and fair person with over 18years experience in supporting adults with mental disabilities. I am patient, respectful, hard-working, compassionate, willing to learn and try new things and I am very passionate in advocating for adults living with disabilities.

WORK HISTORY:

MARCH 2010 – PRESENT: GOODWILL INDUSTRIES OF ALBERTA

POSITIONS HELD: Employment coach

Community Employment Navigator

Supervisor

SEPTEMBER 1996-MAY 2009 L’ARCHE HAMILTON (ONTARIO)

POSITIONS HELD: Live-in house leader (manager); Day Program Team Leader; Work Co-ordinator (a member of the Executive team of L’Arche Hamilton).

JANUARY 1994-AUGUST 1996 L’ARCHE HOMEFIRES (NOVA SCOTIA)

POSITIONS HELD: Live-in Team Leader

RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervised various teams in a fair & compassionate manner. Made sure

members had their annual performance reviews fairly and respectfully. Made

sure, the clients were supervised in a respectful & dignified manner. Made &

accompanied client to medical/dental appointments. Banking & financial matters

were supervised. Supported clients in their personal & bathroom routines

(showers/baths etc.). Made sure clients got the emotional, physical & mental

help needed. Made sure clients were kept busy with activities according to their

abilities and preferences. Was a liaison between the homes, day programs &

families. Outreach program between the day program & the surrounding

community. Supervised an art & craft day program were products like wax & gel

candles, paper (from recycled paper), bookmarks, gardening stones were hand-

made by the clients (with little help from staff) and these products were sold at

various stores and we participated at various festivals etc; also made a few center

pieces for a few weddings. Made sure the clients use their full potential and

were encouraged to use their gifts. Booked and participated in the annual

reviews of all clients. Made sure that each client was busy and productive at their

various day program and workshops. Chaired the weekly Day Program Team

meeting. Made sure all the clients were well supported at all times; clients were

in groups that appealed to them in terms of preference of activities, abilities etc.

Administered medications. Worked collaboratively with all medical professional.

Familiarized myself with the protocols and policies of the organization. Oversaw

the daily finances/petty cash. Oversaw the bank account of the candle/art & craft

workshop. Made sure we participated in as many outreach programs as possible.

Found suitable job/volunteer (volunteered at Meals on Wheels, Ont, flyers

delivery) opportunities for clients and do appropriate follow-ups. Prepared,

cooked & served meals; planned menus; groceries, household & clothes

shopping, laundry, house-keeping & cleaning; taught skills to clients; provided

personal care; brought all appropriate issues/information to my immediate

supervisor in a timely manner. Assisted in the nutrition of clients; supervised a

team in a fair, compassionate and respectful manner.

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