DEBRA JORDAN

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2604 McKenzie Road Sorrento, B.C. 250-804-9404 (debrajordan31@gmail.com)
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Professional Overview
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Well rounded professional experienced in applying principles of psychology to personnel
handling, administration, management and marketing problems. Extensive knowledge of
human and industry behaviour and performance, mental processes and assessment methods.
More than 10 years experience working in the not for profit sector both as a paid employee
and a volunteer.
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Core Qualifications
Extensive presentation experience
Experienced and comfortable speaking to
large groups
Comfortable with diverse populations
Excellent relationship building skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Able to work independently and as a
member of a team

Knowledgeable in referral pathways and

community resources for mental health
and addictions
Extremely detail oriented
Experienced community outreach worker
Well honed attentive listening skills
Excellent at building relationships with
community partners

Experience
References available upon request
May 2014- present- private youth work contractor for MCFD and Private clients
Working one on one with youth and families while developing inter-agency plans that support youth and their
families
2009 to June 2014 Front line youth worker with the Mandella project- a federally funded youth inclusion
pilot project.
Worked with youth from the ages of 8 17 who are, or may be at risk.

Designed, implemented, and participated in programs targeting youth.

Engaged with youth on a one on one basis as well as in group settings.
Supported intervention plans.
Provided life skills training.
Inter-agency collaboration for youths with mental health or addictions issues.
Family support and advocacy
Inter-agency collaboration on transitions
Worked one on one with clients in the public school system
Supported the Academic Intervention Program as Shuswap Middle School
Supported Individual Educations Plans within the school system.

October 2012 April 2013 Front line youth outreach worker with Aspiral Youth Partners
worked with high risk youth one on one
supported youth in care with MCFD objectives
completed assessments for suitability for independent living
participated in the morning breakfast program at Storefront school location
liaised with workBC to support youth with job search
supported youth as they grew their life skills
2008-2009 S.A.F.E Society
Intake and assessment.
Crisis intervention for clients in house and drop in, including suicide assessments
Organize donation room, answer phones, and other tasks as required.
1990-1993 Self Employed Direct and Network Sales associate for Laurie Anne's Lace and Linens
Preformed network and direct marketing for home sales of house linens and house wares
Sales presentations to large groups of consumers

Not for Profit Experience

1999 to 2009 District Commissioner and Regional Chair for Canadian Pony Club
Handled incoming and out going correspondence
Prepared and approved budgets
Involved in Regional Audits of Regional finances
Chaired multidisciplinary meetings
Sat on all committees
Performed dispute resolution
Organized or helped to organize Regional and National events
Over saw registration for Region
Applied for grants
Networked with community members
Helped to draw up constitution and bylaws for both the Region and the clubs therein
Organized and ran extensive fund raising campaigns

Education
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Diploma: Applied Psychology and Counselling.
Kelowna College of Professional Counselling
Course work in Sociology, Psychology, and Communications
3.75 GPA
Counselling modality course work
Thompson Rivers University Distance Education 30+ Credit Hours in Psychology, Social Work ,English,
and History.

Relevant Training

ASIST Training
Mental Health First Aid

PATH Training
Class 4 drivers licence

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DEBRA JORDAN
2604 McKenzie Road Sorrento B.C 250-804-9404 (debrajordan31@gmail.com)
Dawn Dunlop
Executive Dirctor
CMHA Shuswap/Revelstoke
Box 3275, 433 Hudson Ave. NE
Salmon Arm BC
V1E 4S1
Info.sr@cmha.bc.ca
January 20th 2016
Dawn Dunlop,
I am applying to the add on the CMHA website for the Regional Coordinator of the Gate Keeper
program. I firmly believe that my abilities and experience make me an ideal candidate for this
position.
I have well developed skills in coordinating, organizing, and delivering programs through both
my paid and volunteer work.
I have 20 years of experience both as a paid employee and a volunteer in the not for profit sector.
I have 5 years experience working with at risk youth and their families and supporting them with
mental health and addiction issues. I have 10 years of experience coordinating and managing
programs within the frame work of the Canadian Pony Club.
As the Regional Chair for Canadian Pony Club I organized 4 Regional Rallies, 1 National
Dressage Competition, and sat on the committees for numerous other events. As the District
Commissioner of the local Shuswap Branch of Canadian Pony Club I organized 4 horse shows,
obtained instructors for regular club lessons, found venues ,organized and taught the non riding
portion of the Pony Club curriculum. I have experience in presenting material of all sorts to
large and small groups and I am comfortable speaking in public.
As a front line youth worker I was able to build relationships with community partners and I
have extensive knowledge of community resources and referral pathways. I am knowledgeable
about suicide risk factors and passionate about prevention. I am sensitive to the issues and
challenges facing diverse populations and cultures.
Should you wish to set up an interview I am available week days between 9:00am and 5:00pm
Sincerely
Debra Jordan