OFFICE LOCATION

5600 Sunshine Coast Hwy, Sechelt, BC

Tel: 604-885-7443 Fax: 604-885-7493

Administration

marilyn@scces.ca, Executive Director

Adventure and risk are things that Marilyn faces daily as she works diligently to provide the quality services you find here. She is The coordinator of the SCEC and Executive Director of M. Magas & Associates Inc.; the administrative body for SCEC and other services offered here. As a former teacher, and coordinator of the 'Working in Trades' program, Marilyn has 20+ years experience in career development. Marilyn strives to initiate new training and service opportunities to meet the unique needs of the residents of the community. She is responsible for ensuring the objectives of the programs are met and for reporting to the funders. Among Marilyn’s many credentials and acknowledgements is the Netty Award for Mentor of the Year in 2002.

debbie@scces.ca, Executive Assistant

Debbie started with SCEC in the Resource Center providing client support. Now, as Administrative Assistant, Debbie is primarily involved with clerical assistance to the front office with the financial/ management department. She occasionally still assists in other areas of the center and is never too busy to help clients with using computers, faxes or photocopiers.

shelley@scces.ca, Administrative Receptionist

Shelley has been apart of our team for the past 9 years and has taken on several roles at the Centre. With her effervescent personality and great deal of knowledge in a variety of areas Shelley will find out what your needs are and point you in the right direction. 

scott@scces.ca, IT Resource Administrator

Scott first came to the employment centre as a client and now administrates our technical systems as well as assists clients in the Resource Centre.  Scott has worked with many large organizations including the CIBC and two TSE listed medical software companies.  Scott currently holds a B.Sc., an MCSE as well as a Networking Specialist Diploma.  When not in the office you will find Scott exploring the various trails across the Sunshine Coast.

Resource

lora@scces.ca, Resource Centre Supervisor

Lora has been in the community for over 12 years. Her outgoing personality and professional manner are the first things people notice when arriving at the centre. Lora has an extensive background in business administration and marketing and is known for her excellent organizational skills. With a sincere interest in people and logical approach, Lora makes any task easier.

john@scces.ca, Resource Expert

John is a leader, fun-master, motivational speaker, he has over 30 years experience as a life coach, facilitator, and instructor. John is a whirlwind of positive infectious energy, who makes even the impossible seem possible.

carolyn@sccec.ca, Resource Expert and Open Door Support

Carolyn is a warm and attentive addition to the resource center, bringing with her almost 30 years experience managing a private counseling business. Her administrative and people-helping strengths are paired with certifications as a Natural Health Consultant, Healing Touch Practitioner & Inner Fitness® Consultant. She is a published writer, including articles for the local Just Business People magazine. She’s energetically committed to extending her best to every person

jesse@scces.ca, Resource Expert

Jesse Gemmell is a fantastic addition to our Resource Team. He is a youth counselor, teacher, athlete, and artist who has flourished in his broad range of pursuits. Jesse has a bachelors degree in Human and Social Development (Child and Youth Care) from the University of Victoria in 2000, and more recently has spent his years in Taos, NM, as a fine art reproduction photographer for noted artists. Throughout his broad travels, Jesse has excelled at developing and maintaining relationships with people from a wide spectrum of age, race, social backgrounds and ethnicities. Come in and meet Jesse, he will be happy to assist you, he certainly is an expert!

Employment Coaches & Counselors

noni@scces.ca, Employment Coach & Labour Market Information 

Noni comes to us with a background in social work and has worked in the social services sector for 15+ years.  Noni is the Labour Market Researcher for the centre and helps us make sense of the changing dynamics in the labour force.  Noni is MBTI and Strong certified for vocational testing and thoroughly enjoys the creative process of career exploration and discovery.  Noni has been able to provide insight and awareness for even the most unusual situations.  

marion@scces.ca, Employment Coach

Marion has worn 'many hats' as a staff member on the SC Employment Center team.  She has worked in the Jobwave Program, Resource Center, coordinated the YAds (Young Adults Working Program) and presently, is an Employment Coach.  Marion's background includes over 25 years of frontline work experience in Community & Social Service Programs, Volunteer Resource Management, Tourism, Employment and Holistic Healthcare. 

joanne@scces.ca, Employment Coach

Joanne is one of our Employment Coaches. She comes to us with an extensive background in Human Resources Management. Having worked with employers and employees on a range of employment issues from recruitment, retainment and ongoing development, Joanne brings a different perspective to employment coaching.

barb@scces.ca, OPEN DOOR Counselor

Barb is committed to empowering people to operate in their passion and greatness and strives for breakthrough results with each and every client that she works with. A certified Business Coach with a degree in Metaphysical Science, and an extensive background in conflict resolution and facilitation, Barb has worn many hats in life and continues to expand the boundaries of the imaginable for everyone who has the pleasure of working with her.

catherine@scces.ca, JOBWAVE Case Coordinator

Catherine, a friendly addition to the centre, brings with her 14 years experience with the Provincial Government, where she worked in many different capacities. Previously, she worked in Parks and Recreation and holds a Recreation Leadership Diploma from Langara, as well as being a graduate of the Outward Bound Leadership School.

connie@scces.ca, JOBWAVE Case Coordinator

Connie has a variety of roles within the Employment Centre, including the JOBWAVE program, resource support worker and Employer liaison. Her past experience in the social service industry, together with her education and training has given Connie a large degree of knowledge and capability to assist clients in meeting their employment goals.

judy@scces.ca, ACHIEVE Case Coordinator  

Judy works with the ACHIEVE Program for Persons with Disabilities, helping disabled adults develop a plan for increased independence through employment and volunteer work. Having lived on the coast since 1975, Judy has worked as a teacher, a woodworker and as a vocational counselor. She believes in helping each person discover the activity that gives meaning and connection to the community. She supports the Abilities to Business Program at Community Futures in helping clients who choose self-employment as their path. 

Program Facilitators

peri@scces.ca

SSS - Search, Strategize and Succeed, EW - Experience Works

Peri is a certified Career Development Practitioner as well as Emotional Intelligence coach. She has many years of experience dealing with a diverse clientele of all ages, nationalities and backgrounds. Her compassionate but firm no-nonsense approach has earned her the respect of clients and colleagues alike.

francine@aspireselfemployment.com, EW and SSS Program Assistant

Francine enjoys being a part of making ‘great ideas’ happen. With an independent and entrepreneurial approach to work and life, she brings over two decades of administrative experience to the Aspire Self Employment Program. Since 1999, she has provided office and consulting services to small business, government and non-profit organizations on the Sunshine Coast and was instrumental in the creation and development of a regional Cultural Alliance. Francine is familiar with the challenges and opportunities that exist in our community and is knowledgeable of the array of resources available.

bill@scces.ca, Search, Strategize, Succeed Facilitator

Bill, MA, Life Coach, is certified as a Transformational Leader in using a BodyMind approach to change.  He has developed and facilitated many career and work search programs for both the federal and provincial governments over the past 15 years.  As an entrepreneur himself, he has coached new start up ventures from business feasibility to successful operations.

Claudia is a successful business person experienced in all phases of the business cycle. Past clients say they appreciate Claudia’s approachable style and practical ideas that connect their businesses with their target markets. Claudia's 30 year career includes ownership in a chain of 4 furniture stores (Quebec and New York City), a print and electronic gift catalogue, and a web development and internet marketing company. Claudia has an MA in Applied Communications. She also holds certificates in General Counselling and Internet Publishing.

niv@aspireselfemployment.com, Aspire – Be your own boss

Niv brings over 20 years of experience in program development, teaching and training, mentoring, and coaching based on leading edge cognitive and psychological theory. In addition to her U of T MA, she is certified in Myers Briggs Type Indicator Assessment, Strong Interest Inventory, Unified Transition Theory, True Colors™, and Personality Dimensions™, and as a Practitioner of NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming. In addition to running the Aspire Program with Claudia and Heather, she has been a core program facilitator for 10 years with a Vancouver entrepreneurial program which just celebrated its 1500th participant.

heather@aspireselfemployment.com, Aspire Program Co-Director

Heather is an educator and business person with over 10 years experience helping small businesses owners develop their budgeting and financial tracking systems. An Aspire alumnus, Heather has helped hundreds of clients experience success in mathematics, bookkeeping, and other subjects through her own small business, The Learning Support Centre. She is now excited to be working with the Aspire team as a co-director to assist others in making complex concepts simple and easy to understand.