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Brendan McCann

Lisburn,Antrim

Summary

Dedicated professional with expertise in client needs identification, compassionate care approaches, and empowerment through informed decisions. Skilled in building stakeholder relationships, applying appropriate challenges, and reducing trauma risks while connecting individuals to essential support services. Demonstrates excellent communication skills to foster collaboration and ensure effective outcomes. Committed to advancing practices that prioritise well-being and resilience within diverse communities.

Driven professional with keen ability to organise and manage complex projects. Strong communication and multitasking skills, combined with knack for problem-solving.

Highly Organised Conference Coordinator with knack for seamless execution, participation and family and/or victim satisfaction. Spearheaded multiple high-profile conferences, enhancing attendee engagement to maximum level, identifying needs of each party. Known for transforming challenging inter-personal conflicts at a variety of levels into restorative compassionate outcomes.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Youth Conference Co-ordinator

Youth Justice Agency
Belfast, Antrim
06.2008 - Current

Managed Youth Conference process, facilitating restorative justice discussions among young offenders, families, and victims.
Authored over 1,000 reports for Courts and Public Prosecution Service, detailing processes and recommending sentencing outcomes. Collaborated effectively with various departments within the organisation and with stakeholders for smooth planning and execution of conferences.

Sessional Lecturer

Ulster University
Belfast, Antrim
01.2019 - 04.2024

Co-designed and co-delivered Criminology Masters Restorative Practices Module, focusing on harm to mass populations.
Facilitated academic debates, enhancing students' critical thinking skills through case studies and academic theories. Ensured fair assessment of all students through unbiased evaluation techniques. Upheld university's academic standards by grading assignments fairly and promptly. Prepared course materials for effective teaching sessions.

OCN Tutor, Assessor and Part-Time Youth Worker

Education Authority (Youth Service)
Craigavon, Armagh
09.1995 - 06.2010

Delivered Youth Work courses and assessed student performance in Youth Centres.
Implemented tailored strategies to enhance student progress and understanding.
Utilised continuous assessment techniques to ensure comprehensive subject matter mastery.
Provided detailed feedback with constructive suggestions to boost academic performance. Conducted one-on-one sessions for personalised attention to each student's needs. Fostered a positive learning environment.

Senior Community Support Worker

DAWN Project
Craigavon, Armagh
11.2006 - 06.2008

Coordinated and delivered Drugs and Alcohol Provision under New Strategic Direction for Craigavon and Banbridge areas.
Collaborated with local organisations to enhance client participation based on assessed needs.
Supported individuals in crisis, ensuring safety and stability during vulnerable moments.
Participated in Regional Sub-Group discussions to align strategies.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Compassionate Inquiry

Compassionate Inquiry Facilitated Short Course
USA
11.2021 - 06.2022

Post-Graduate Diploma - Restorative Practices

Ulster University
Belfast
09.2008 - 12.2011

Bachelor of Science - Community Youth Work

Ulster University
Belfast
09.1997 - 05.2000

A-Levels - Irish, Ancient History

St. Patrick's College Armagh
Armagh
09.1987 - 06.1989

O-Levels - 9 passes

St. Patrick's College, Armagh
Armagh
09.1985 - 06.1987

Skills

- Client needs identification

- Empowerment through informed decisions

- Compassionate care approach

- Building stakeholder relationships

- Appropriate challenge application

- Reducing trauma risks

- Connecting to support services

- Excellent communication skills

Affiliations

  • Passionate Armagh GAA supporter, creator and manager of @Ardgaa referencing the history of Armagh GAA activities

Accomplishments

Communications Officer with Armagh GAA (2002-4), including historic initial All-Ireland Senior Football Championship success. Logistics Manager of victorious Armagh Under-21 All-Ireland winning team in 2004. Articles published on subject matter in a variety of local and national newspapers and publications.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Certificate of Higher Education - Compassionate Inquiry

Compassionate Inquiry Facilitated Short Course
11.2021 - 06.2022

Sessional Lecturer

Ulster University
01.2019 - 04.2024

Post-Graduate Diploma - Restorative Practices

Ulster University
09.2008 - 12.2011

Youth Conference Co-ordinator

Youth Justice Agency
06.2008 - Current

Senior Community Support Worker

DAWN Project
11.2006 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Science - Community Youth Work

Ulster University
09.1997 - 05.2000

OCN Tutor, Assessor and Part-Time Youth Worker

Education Authority (Youth Service)
09.1995 - 06.2010

A-Levels - Irish, Ancient History

St. Patrick's College Armagh
09.1987 - 06.1989

O-Levels - 9 passes

St. Patrick's College, Armagh
09.1985 - 06.1987
Brendan McCann