Mike Taculad
About Mike Taculad
Mike Taculad serves as a Community Coordinator at BC Centre for Ability, where he has worked since 2019. He has extensive educational background in employment services and community support, focusing on enhancing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Work at BC Centre for Ability
Mike Taculad has served as a Community Coordinator at BC Centre for Ability since 2019. In this role, he administers programs that support individuals with disabilities in gaining employment and improving their quality of life. He specifically facilitates the Opportunities Fund Program, which targets the Richmond, Delta, Surrey, and Langley areas, enhancing accessibility for persons with disabilities in these communities. His work contributes to the organization's mission of assisting local residents in the Lower Mainland.
Education and Expertise
Mike Taculad has a diverse educational background. He studied Sociology at York University, earning a Bachelor of Arts (BA) from 1994 to 1998. He later obtained a Master of Divinities from the University of Toronto in 1999. His professional development includes various certifications, such as Employment Outcomes Management Professional II and Advanced Marketing Skills for Job Developers, both completed in 2013. He also holds a certificate in Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C from the Canadian Red Cross, achieved in 2012.
Background
Before joining BC Centre for Ability, Mike Taculad accumulated extensive experience in the non-profit sector. He worked at Northern Lights Canada for seven years, serving in multiple roles including Project Coordinator/Team Leader, Employer Liaison, and Workshop Developer/Counsellor/Facilitator. He also held the position of Job Developer/Employment Specialist at Employment Access (Coalition for Persons with Disabilities) for one year. His background includes training in areas such as Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention and Motivational Interviewing.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Mike Taculad has been instrumental in developing and administering programs that enhance employment outcomes for individuals with disabilities. His efforts in facilitating the Opportunities Fund Program have significantly improved accessibility in the Richmond, Delta, Surrey, and Langley areas. His commitment to professional development is evident through his numerous certifications and training in employment services, data analysis, and crisis intervention.