Brandy Canada
Wesley Chapel,Florida
Summary
Pragmatic professional with proven abilities across all levels of organizational management. Talented in developing relationships among a variety of stakeholder including government entities, community leaders and neighborhood partners. Skilled in overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant background in the nonprofit sector.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Director of Operations
Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
08.2017 - Current
- Analyze business operations and implemented strategies to fulfill RTTB's mission and vision, including building and expanding existing relationship with affiliate sponsors, contractors, and government officials.
- Manage all aspects of the Rehab Program including staffing, sub-contractor, vendor and homeowner relations, grant reporting, project management and volunteer coordination.
- Develop systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
- Mentor and coach 22 team members to foster productive and engaging work environment. Establishing team priorities, maintaining schedules and monitoring performance.
- Evaluate employee performance and convey constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Manage and supervise administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Negotiate with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
- Cultivate and strengthen lasting vendor/home owner relationship using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Leverage project management processes and tools to define and execute projects.
- Develop and maintain relationships with local organizations to identify volunteer opportunities and resources.
- Participate in strategic planning and public relations.
Rehab Program Manager
Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Responsible for all phases of Rehab from permitting to CO with superintendent responsibilities but not limited to onsite supervision with subcontractors, ordering material and general project oversight.
- Reviewed project scope, required materials and labor pricing to develop competitive bids.
- Produced regular project update reports for senior leadership.
Disaster Recovery Manager
Endeavors Inc.
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Supervised a team of 10 staff members while working in partnership with FEMA and Red Cross to provide disaster case management services to individuals and families impacted by presidential declared disasters.
- Responsible for completing Needs Assessments, developing Service Plans and making appropriate community referrals for additional services
- Maintained appropriate contact with the client and ensures quality services were provided.
Case Manager Supervisor
Youth and Family Alternatives
10.2014 - 08.2018
- Coached/Supervised Case managers (Team of 10) Collaborated with Judges; the Office of Attorney General & Regional Counsel's Offices; worked alongside, Law Enforcement; Victim Advocates and Guardian Ad Litem staff and Volunteers
- Managed and recorded information in client and employee files
- Effectively managed large caseloads prepared legal documentation under Florida State Statute Chapter 39.
Dependency Case Manager
Youth And Family Alternatives Inc.
10.2011 - 11.2014
- Collaborated with the Court System, Office of Attorney General, Law Enforcement, and other County Officials to ensure that the service needs of youth and families are met
- Responsible for the Case staffing and Court processes under CINS/FINS and Dependency State Statutes Florida Chapter 39
- Provided agency training for CPR, Suicide Prevention, Effective Communication and Motivational Interviewing for Case managers while in training.
Counselor/Corporate Trainer
Bay Area Youth services/ Department of Juvenile Justice
01.2010 - 09.2012
- Conducted individual training and group psychosocial, educational counseling sessions; with youth and families in an assigned program (JDAP/IDDS/Prodigy) Coordinating seminars, schedules and instructing youth utilizing ARISE curriculum and DJJ materials
- Referring youth and family to community agencies or licensed counseling services as appropriate and when youth/family needs are beyond the scope of BAYS counseling services working alongside with the States Attorney's office, Court Systems and the Department of Juvenile Justice system training staff and developing strategies for team members.
Group Advisor Supervisor
Youth and Family Centered Services
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Working in a classroom with 16 to 25 children assisting in education, training, positive peer interactions, psycho-social counseling (involving drug use, sexual abuse, self-harming behaviors, and violence)
Education
Paralegal -
University of South Florida
01.2019
BA Criminal Justice -
Argosy
01.2007
HCC Law Enforcement Academy -
HCC
01.1995
Skills
- Nonprofit Management
- Team Leadership
- Grant Writing
- Interpersonal Communication
- Public Speaking
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Microsoft Office Suite
- LexisNexis/Westlaw
- 90 WPM Typing Speed
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Outreach specialist
- Community Engagement/Relations
- Project Tracking
Certification
- Lead-based Paint Abatement Risk Assessor-US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Certified Paralegal (USF)
- Child Welfare Case Manager (CCWCM)
- CPR/First Aid instructor (ARC)
- PAR Instructor- (DJJ)
- Grant Writer-(NLC)
- Risk management
- Special Needs
- Therapeutic Crisis Interventions
- Human Trafficking Prevention
- Motivational Interviewing
Hobbies and Interests
- Tampa Bay Builders Association
- Women in Construction
- Florida Gang investigators association member
- United Way
- Homeless Coalition
- Family Readiness Group Volunteer (via the United States Army)
- Anti-Drug Coalition Committee Member
Timeline
Disaster Recovery Manager
Endeavors Inc.
09.2017 - 08.2018
Senior Director of Operations
Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
08.2017 - Current
Rehab Program Manager
Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay
09.2016 - 06.2017
Case Manager Supervisor
Youth and Family Alternatives
10.2014 - 08.2018
Dependency Case Manager
Youth And Family Alternatives Inc.
10.2011 - 11.2014
Counselor/Corporate Trainer
Bay Area Youth services/ Department of Juvenile Justice
01.2010 - 09.2012
Group Advisor Supervisor
Youth and Family Centered Services
01.2007 - 01.2010
Paralegal -
University of South Florida
BA Criminal Justice -
Argosy
HCC Law Enforcement Academy -
HCC
- Lead-based Paint Abatement Risk Assessor-US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- Certified Paralegal (USF)
- Child Welfare Case Manager (CCWCM)
- CPR/First Aid instructor (ARC)
- PAR Instructor- (DJJ)
- Grant Writer-(NLC)
- Risk management
- Special Needs
- Therapeutic Crisis Interventions
- Human Trafficking Prevention
- Motivational Interviewing
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