Kieran Conroy
Central Valley,NY
Summary
Supported Employment professional with experience in employment services, committed to delivering impactful job placement support for retention and growth. Expertise in client interviews, job matching, advocacy and employer outreach, combined with reliable and adaptable approach to changing needs. Additional background in culturally sensitive ministry, education & non-profits.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Supportive Employment Specialist
Adapt of the Hudson Valley
06.2022 - Current
- Assist persons supported in focused discovery and effective job searches leveraging their unique skills, experience, and interests.
- Establish strong relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable internships and job opportunities.
- Provide intensive and long-term ongoing support and advocacy for people on their jobs to build confidence and grow in their careers.
- Job Readiness/Skills for Success instructional planning and delivery.
Supportive Employment Specialist
CRVI
06.2018 - 05.2022
- Empower persons supported in gaining job skills, job development, and short and long-term coaching.
- Trained to deliver multiple state programs with excellence and provide accurate and detailed documentation of supports.
- Also provided some Community Habilitation services as needed.
Director of Youth and Family Ministries (PT)
Saint John's Episcopal Church
09.2016 - 04.2020
- Scheduled and managed teachers, curriculum and volunteers. Oversaw youth ministry budget and supplies and tracked all expenses. Coordinated and helped develop a linked 3-church Teen Youth Group in its launch year.
Community Habilitation Specialist
ARC of the Hudson Valley
11.2016 - 09.2018
- Organized community outings for clients to promote tailored engagement in recreational activities, cultural events, and educational experiences.
- Assisted clients with daily living skills, increasing self-reliance and confidence managing personal tasks.
- Served as a liaison between clients, families, and other providers to ensure seamless coordination of care across all settings.
Exceptional Educational Paraprofessional
Todd County Middle School
10.2013 - 05.2016
- Served middle school students with developmental and learning disabilities in a tribal middle school. Delivered quality educational services per ISP's. Participated in planning and advocacy with lead instructors.
- Mentored youth in afterschool computer club and other extracurricular activities. Also ran afterschool Native American Cub Scout Pack via separate grant through Sioux Council BSA at local Rosebud Boys and Girls Club.
Education
Chaplain Residency - Healthcare Ministry
CHI Clinical Pastoral Education Department
Omaha, NE07.2012
Master of Divinity - Christian Ministry
Harvard Divinity School
Cambridge, MA05-2010
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Science (Religion Minor)
Drew University
Madison, NJ05-2004
No Degree - Additional Graduate Coursework
NYU School of Social Work
New York, NYSkills
- Job development
- Employer outreach & advocacy
- Adaptability to changing workplaces
- Individualized service planning
Additional Information
- Anti-racism Committee- Episcopal Diocese of NY (2017-present) Deliver anti-racism and cultural sensitivity trainings and educational opportunities to ministers & volunteers across region.
- Ramapough Munsee Nation Pro Bono Organizer and Social Media Volunteer (2017-Present) Supporting various environmental, educational and civil rights initiatives for a local Native American community. Helping coordinate faith-based partners and assistance with social media and newsletters.
- Wopila House Young Adult Intentional Community (Rosebud Reservation 2012-2015) Founding member of an ecumenical, culturally diverse Episcopal/Lutheran initiative for young people to live in community serving various non-profit, ministry and educational partners.
- Canka Luta Halfway House, Omaha, NE (2010-2012) Intern with a Native American Wellbriety program assisting people transitioning from substance abuse and incarceration, event organizing, help set up a soup kitchen and hospitality to guest and residents.
Timeline
Supportive Employment Specialist
Adapt of the Hudson Valley
06.2022 - Current
Supportive Employment Specialist
CRVI
06.2018 - 05.2022
Community Habilitation Specialist
ARC of the Hudson Valley
11.2016 - 09.2018
Director of Youth and Family Ministries (PT)
Saint John's Episcopal Church
09.2016 - 04.2020
Exceptional Educational Paraprofessional
Todd County Middle School
10.2013 - 05.2016
Chaplain Residency - Healthcare Ministry
CHI Clinical Pastoral Education Department
Master of Divinity - Christian Ministry
Harvard Divinity School
Bachelor of Arts - Behavioral Science (Religion Minor)
Drew University
No Degree - Additional Graduate Coursework
NYU School of Social Work
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