Cara Leigh O'connor
About Cara Leigh O'connor
Cara Leigh O'Connor is a Case Manager with extensive experience in program management and client support, currently working for the Government of Canada since 2015. She has a diverse educational background, holding diplomas and degrees in Liberal Arts, Human Resources Management, and Sociology, along with practical experience in various roles including a Licensing Agent and Data Analyst.
Work at Government of Canada
Cara Leigh O'Connor has been employed as a Case Manager with the Government of Canada since 2015. In this role, she is responsible for assessing long-term program cost savings and approving plan budgets and payments related to client participation in the Vocational Rehabilitation program. She utilizes SAP software to access centrally managed cost pool funds, ensuring effective management of resources and client support.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current role, Cara Leigh O'Connor worked in various positions that contributed to her expertise. She served as a Licensing Agent (Seasonal) at The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she was a Service Delivery Assistant at Ontario Public Service for eight months in 2014 to 2015. In 2019, she worked as a Data Analyst at GlobeTech in County Cork, Ireland, for seven months.
Education and Expertise
Cara Leigh O'Connor holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology from the University of Waterloo, which she completed from 1999 to 2003. She also pursued further education at Lambton College, where she obtained a Diploma in Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities from 1997 to 1999, and a Post-Graduate diploma in Human Resources Management and Services from 2009 to 2010. Additionally, she completed the Ontario Management Development Program (OMDP) at Lambton College in 1997.
Training and Development Initiatives
In her professional roles, Cara Leigh O'Connor has demonstrated a commitment to training and development. She created a detailed training guide for using SAP software, aimed at providing information and support for management, colleagues, and new hires. Furthermore, she provided one-on-one hands-on training for SAP software, enhancing the skills of her peers and contributing to a more knowledgeable workforce.
Project Development and Financial Assessment
Cara Leigh O'Connor has been involved in project development, specifically creating a proposal for short-term, one-time funding for clients needing minimal assistance to return to work. This proposal included a financial risk assessment and cost-savings projection, highlighting her ability to analyze financial implications and develop strategies to support client reintegration into the workforce.