Miguel LeBlanc, BSW, MSW, RSW
Executive Director
Email Address: miguel.leblanc@nbasw-attsnb.ca
Phone Number: 506-472-6148
Miguel is responsible for providing strategic leadership and executive support to the President and Board of Directors to meet the vision, mission and strategic objectives of the organization. Miguel is responsible to lead, plan and execute the implementation and operationalization of the strategic plan’s four pillars:
- Member engagement
- Promotion of the profession
- Protection of the public, and
- Governance and resources for the provincial Association
Miguel leads and manages a team of professional employees. He is responsible for all matters related to the organization’s Board of Directors, Chapters, strategic plan, human resources and financial management, and stakeholder and government relations.
Born in Scoudouc, New Brunswick, Miguel now lives with his wife and two young boys in New Maryland, New Brunswick. An avid fly fisherman, who also loves to golf with his wife and read fiction and non-fiction books, Miguel received his Bachelor of Social Work from St. Thomas University and his Master of Social Work from Carleton University.
Martine Paquet, RSW
Registrar
Email Address: martine.paquet@nbasw-attsnb.ca
Phone Number: 506-444-9196
Martine is the primary contact for practice standards, ethics and disciplinary processes. Martine also supports the regulatory process related to applications for registration. Her responsibilities include support to the Committee of Examiners, Complaints Committee, Discipline Committee and Practice Issues, Ethics and Professional Standards Committee.
Originally from Campbellton, Martine graduated from l’Université de Moncton in 2010 with a Bachelor of Social Work. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time outdoors and boating with her husband. She also loves to cook and try new recipes.
Keara Grey, RSW
Social Work Consultant
Email Address: keara.grey@nbasw-attsnb.ca
Phone Number: 506-459-2557
Keara is responsible for activities related to the promotion of the social work profession, member engagement and social policy. She is heavily involved in the implementation of the comprehensive five-year Social Work Recruitment and Retention Strategy.
Keara graduated with a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Social Work degree from St. Thomas University in Fredericton. She is currently completing her Master of Social Work degree with Wilfrid Laurier University. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, playing piano, and spending time outside with her daughter and two dogs.
Laure Piccetto
Communications Officer
Email Address: laure.piccetto@nbasw-attsnb.ca
Phone Number: 506-455-1806
Laure is responsible for the creation and planning of activities related to communications and media relations. This involves writing communications materials, as well as planning and arranging events in support of the NBASW mandate.
Laure graduated with a diploma in Advertising and Marketing Communications from La Cité, in Ottawa Ontario. In her spare time, she enjoys playing sports, watching movies, reading, painting, and exploring the beautiful sceneries that New Brunswick has to offer.
Shae McCarthy
Member Services and Regulatory Officer
Email Address: shae.mccarthy@nbasw-attsnb.ca
Phone Number: 506-447-0324
Shae is responsible for both administrative activities related to social work technicians and member services such as bursaries and webinars. Shae is the point of contact for applications and inquiries regarding social work technician membership, social work technician equivalency, and social work technician student membership. Members can also contact Shae for all questions regarding scholarships, grants, bursaries, the Professional Development Fund as well as continuing professional education opportunities.
Shae is a settler on Wolastoqey territory and has a passion for bilingualism, performing arts, and their role in the future of New Brunswick. Shae's wellness activities heavily feature rock climbing, attempting to grow plants, and walking amongst trees while listening to an audiobook.
Sebastián Gómez Rodríguez
Administrative Assistant
Email Address: info@nbasw-attsnb.ca
Phone Number: 506-459-1203
Sebastián is the first point of contact for the office and is responsible for day-to-day general inquiries, as well as reception of members and the public. Sebastián assists the Association staff by coordinating all administrative activities in support of the goals, vision, and mission of the Association.
Sebastián graduated with a Combined Honors degree in Philosophy and Contemporary Studies from The University of King’s College in Halifax. He enjoys reading, board games, dancing, learning languages, and listening to Jazz.
Mélissa Frenette, BSW, MSW, RSW
Consultant
Email Address: melissa.frenette@nbasw-attsnb.ca
Phone Number: 506-476-3922
As part of the NBASW Recruitment and Retention Strategy for Social Workers, Mélissa plays a key role in leading, planning and supporting the implementation of a Social Work Foreign Credential Recognition Program.
Mélissa holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in social work from Université de Moncton. Her thesis focused on social workers’ perceptions of creativity. She is passionate about writing, collage and drawing and holds a Journal Créatif® certification. Hiking, camping and traveling are also activities that occupy her time.