Skills
Marketing
Group Facilitation
Program Management
Communication
About
A social worker (MSW, LSW) committed to the empowerment of vulnerable populations and the restructuring of social and political systems that produce exploitation, violence, and other injustices
Education
Socail Work , Socail Work
July 2011 - July 2011
Social Work , Social Work
May 2011 - May 2011
Experience
Drug Free Action Alliance
August 2012 - November 2012
Led 83 community coalitions across the State of Ohio and nearly 50 Ohio colleges and universities on preventing alcohol, tobacco, and other drug use and misuse. Managed grant activities outlined by the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services grant and Cardinal Health grant. Met with key decision-makers and communicated legislative updates to community coalitions.
Camp Take Notice
January 2012 - April 2012
Articulated the program’s activities, outputs, and outcomes in a logic model. Developed a survey instrument to assess residents’ attitudes towards intake forms and intake procedures .Summarized final outcomes in PASW, Predictive Analytics Software, and presented specific strategies to the program staff.
Best Buddies International
September 2011 - December 2011
Applied creative arts facilitation skills in an art event for people with disabilities. Presented program recommendations to University of Michigan Chapter including integration of positive intergroup dialogue around issues of diversity, conflict, community, and social justice. Campaigned against using the 'R' word to refer to people with disabilities.
Livingston County United Way
September 2011 - July 2012
Responsible for community impact projects including measuring and achieving progress toward goal of narrowing the hunger gap in Livingston County by 77 percent. Analyzed 2-1-1 data to identify the most prevalent service requests in Livingston County as well as detected trends and gaps in services. Supported campaign, marketing, and technology functions such as developing a Twitter account, designing promotional flyers, and recruiting and tracking campaign supporters through CRM software.
Knox County Head Start
August 2010 - May 2011
Administered the DECA, a strength- based assessment of social and emotional development, and implemented an intervention plan for children with identified challenges. Facilitated Conscious Discipline® training to parents in order to strengthen their skills related to parenting. Monitored at-risk children in classroom and home based settings and reported progress in case notes.
The Winter Sanctuary
June 2010 - April 2011
Provided direction and leadership toward the creation of the organization’s philosophy, mission, strategy, and seasonal goals. Advised the Board of Directors on best practices, recent legislation, and recommended program policy changes. Initiated a shelter program for women and children who experience homelessness.
Centerburg Senior Services
February 2009 - June 2009
Participated in planning community activities to enhance the physical, mental, and social well-being of seniors. Conducted interviews to compose and publish original biographies of the aging population .Visited low-income seniors in their home and delivered nutritious and well-balanced hot meals.
The Harbor Family Center
September 2008 - December 2008
Established relationships with youth challenged by poverty, illegal drug use, poor academic standing, and abuse or neglect . Designed a community survey to assess residents’ opinions on the development of services within their community, their satisfaction with the services offered to them, and what particular services were still needed.Coordinated with other volunteers and staff to work together for the welfare of the community and clientele.
Workplace personality

100+
Company Size

12
Day Length

25+
Team Size

Loud
Noise Level

Formal
Dress Code