Marian Laval IT Skills - MCP, AMIT: Website and Graphic Design, Entry level: Networking, DB, ASP, VB, Oracle, Access DB MA in Leadership and Training, Certified Group Facilitator, Counselor, Career & Personal Development Trainer Phone (250) 635-3037 Email:marian@amr.ca

 

~  Biography
Marian brings many attributes to the team with a Social Services background, Indigenous ancestry and spiritual training, advanced Information Technology skills and a Masters in Leadership and Training. She is an experienced Program Coordinator and Manager, Life Skills Coach, Employment Group Facilitator and Career Counselor for a variety of government positions and contracts, Technical institutes, Colleges, Indigenous organizations and Non-Profit Society agencies from 1979 – 2002. Her key strengths are in providing positive and constructive leadership to any project delivery in a timely manner with a strong sense of excellence and service to people. Her Indigenous roots shape her wholistic approach.  Marian is generous with her time and creates a safe environment wherein organizational and professional change is nurtured and experienced.

 ~   Professional Experience  

2003 – 2005, Victoria, BC

Completed a Masters of Arts in Leadership and Training at Royal Roads University, Victoria, BC.
A two year Master's program in orgranizational leadership and training.

2003
Access Database Development at Camosun College.
I have performed contract work and facilitated several groups and contracts.  

2001 - 2002
Application and Management of Information Technology (AMIT) at the University of Victoria.
An intensive one year IT training program (equivalent to 2 years of training).

September 1998 - March 2000, Courtenay, BC
Career Counselor and Group Facilitator                     
Opportunities Career Services
Provided career and personal planning to clients with multiple barriers to employment. These services were provided in both group and individual counseling settings. 

May 1998 - August 1998, Courtenay, BC

Acting Tutor Coordinator                                            
Community Adult Literacy and Learning Society

Coordination of the volunteer tutorial program, including conducting interviews with prospective tutors and learners while maintaining program activities and integrity.   

September 1996 - November 1997, Courtenay, BC

Executive Director & Program Coordinator                            
Upper Island Women of Native Ancestry

Managed all aspects of the organization and administration of the community-based programs such as the Aboriginal Head Start Program, Community Action Project for Children, housing, education and community initiatives for primarily (but not limited to) Indigenous peoples.  Managed a staff of seven people in diverse program settings and long-term contract budgets of almost $2 million. 

February 1996 - April 1996, Courtenay, BC

Life Skills Coach and Group Facilitator                      
Community Adult Learning Centre

Delivered a sixteen-week pre-employment re-entry program to EI recipients. 

November 1996, Yorkton, BC

Life Skills Coach and Group Facilitator                      
Yorkton Tribal Council

Delivered an intensive pre-employment program for Indigenous participants preparing for jobs in a locally managed casino.

August 1990 - June 1993, Regina, SK

Program Counselor and Coordinator                                      
Sask Institute of Applied Science & Technology

Non-Status Indian and Métis Program                                SIAST Wascana CampusWorked independently and collaboratively within SIAST to coordinate entrance into programs, deliver programs and counseling services to Métis and Non-Status Indian ancestry students in Adult Basic Education (upgrading) programs and post-secondary technology programs.     
                 
July 1993, Regina, SK

Life Skills Coach Trainer                                            
University of Regina

Co-facilitated a three-week Life Skills Coach training module and provided evaluative feedback, course design, and facilitation on subjects such as conflict-resolution and crisis intervention. 

August 1989 - June 1990, Regina, SK

Life Skills Coach and Group Facilitator                      
Sask Institute of Applied Science & Technology

Delivered and designed twelve-week life skills programs to include pre-employment skills, resume writing, career planning, job search and interview, personal development, and conflict resolution.

May 1984 - July 1989, Regina, SK

Vocation Counselor/Job Search Facilitator                
Department of Social Services

Provided assessment and placement of Social assistance recipients in vocational and support services.  Delivered three-week intensive job readiness programs. 

May 1983 – December 1983, Regina, SK

Aboriginal Daycare Training Program                       
HRDC

Provided assessment, placement and training of Indigenous adults interested in pursuing a career in daycare services.

September 1980 – July 1983, Regina, SK

Native Teacher Associate for Community Schools     
Regina Catholic School District

Provided teacher aide and Indigenous community and cultural awareness activities.    

~   Formal Training

 June 2003 - June 2005, Victoria, BC
Master of Arts in Leadership and Training
Royal Roads University   
Masters program in leadership and organizational change and development. Thesis: Indigenous Leadership, Challenges, and Leadership Training.

September 2001 - May 2002, Victoria, BC
Application and Management of Information Technologies Program (AMIT)
University of Victoria   
Training in Microsoft (MS) 2000, Computer Fundamentals, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, Systems Analysis and Design, Oracle Database Fundamentals, Visual Basic, and Web Design (MacroMedia Suite, Usability, Development, ASP Server). 

June 1990, Emma Lake, SK

Certified Life Skills Coach                                          
SIAST Prince Albert Kenderdine Campus

Certified group counseling and facilitation, a six-week intensive program in a “live-on-campus” environment.  This program focused on team building, cooperation and conflict-management. 

1973-1999                                                                    

Counselor/Coordinator                                               
Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and British Columbia

I have acquired my career counseling knowledge and experience while employed and through professional development opportunities.  Completed a complex HRDC problem-solving and career direction technique (Jan 2000).  Counseling skills include: substance abuse issues, conflict resolution, leadership training, and self-empowerment. 

~   References    Available upon request