Experience

Mesa Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Program Advisor

  • Sep 2020 - Present



Job Corps

• Education Management
• 700 & Above Employee

• Career Transition Specialist

  • Feb 2020 - Sep 2020

  Oversee caseload of 91 former enrollees and graduates to ensure employment, education, and/or military placement. Promote job development by providing referrals and registering all assignees with potential employers, one-stops, and state employment agencies and career transition contractors. Maintain monthly contact with all assigned graduates, both placed and non-placed, to determine needs for placement services, facilitate employment upgrades, and promote placement retention. Work collaboratively with admissions office, career services and employers to obtain third party verification for full-time or part-time placements. Document all placement services provided to each assigned graduate in CIS case notes. Coach students on interviewing skills and placement search strategies Participate as a facilitator in Career Mentoring Training, a once a week career readiness course designed to prepare student to enter the workforce. Show less



Institute of American Indian Arts

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Admissions Counselor

  • Oct 2017 - Nov 2019

  Represented IAIA, 1 of 37 Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCU) as an initial contact for Native American, Alaskan Native and non-Native students. Recruited students both locally and nationwide working collaboratively with schools, tribal Communities, programs and resources to reach prospective students. Strategically organized semester recruitment efforts by scheduling attendance at conferences, college/career fairs, high schools, junior colleges and cultural events. Successfully established opportunities to facilitate workshops, presentations and information sessions promoting higher education for Native American students. Clearly communicated college admission requirements and garnered applications, transcripts and documentation for enrollment. Maintained follow up with prospective students via phone, text, email and scheduled appointments. Developed monthly data analysis to measure progress for student contacts and achievements. Show less



Mesa Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• American Indian Institute Program Advisor

  • Jul 2014 - Sep 2017

  Provided a full range of academic services that directly related to enrollment, advisement, financial aid and program degree selection for Native American Students. Advised students in specific curriculum decisions including course selection, scheduling of classes and academic interests. Consistently reviewed with students their academic records as required to assist in academic difficulties, transferring to a bachelors program or becoming a candidate to graduate. Conducted a student centered approach that is culturally appropriate to students needs in order to enhance student learning. Prepared, organized and maintained appropriate resources, reports and statistical summaries that will help support and develop departmental goals and services. Coordinated and participated in special activities such as college and career fairs, conferences, seminars and cultural celebrations Consistently strived to develop and maintain positive rapport with students, families, faculty, staff and colleagues. Show less



University of Arizona

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Admissions Counselor Native American Outreach

  • Oct 2013 - Jul 2014

  Talia spearheaded University Recruitment efforts focusing on incoming Freshmen Native American students. Serving as a representative of UA she develop meaningful relationships with tribal nations, community contacts, students and families within Arizona and regional areas. She accomplished tasks and duties by the following. • Initiating, planning and executing recruitment projects specifically outlined to achieve enrollment and matriculation goals. • Advising and counseling prospective students, counselors, families and other constituents on university admission requirements, policies, procedures. • Maintaining routine reports related to recruitment, projections, personal schedule, travel, special programs and professional development. • Facilitating admissions presentations and workshops. • Tracking strong interests, by routinely following up via phone, letter, email and scheduled appointments. • Cultivating strong working relationships with campus partners, admissions team and educational community partners. Show less



Mesa Community College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Student Service Specialist

  • Jan 2013 - Oct 2013

  Talia oversaw the educational development of Native American high school students concurrently enrolled at Mesa Community College. In this role she accomplished the following: Coordinated services through high school-to-college bridge program assisting Native American students transition into college. Connected with academic department faculty, advisors, staff and tribal education programs to identify opportunities for collaboration and available resources. Provided services in areas of admissions, placement testing, academic advisement, registration and other related services Planned and implemented retention efforts for students by coordinating activities that promoted higher education and cultural resilience. Show less



San Tan Behavioral Health Services

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Behavioral Health Technician

  • May 2012 - Jan 2013

  • Coordinated life skills training to increase independence in the areas of financial management, home management, diet and exercise, medication compliance, social skills and effective use of community resources. • Worked exclusively with Native American women, ages 15-25 yrs. old. • Worked closely with case managers and treatment team to support residents in their individualized treatment plans. • Maintained client’s health information privacy and rights. • Recorded daily progress and behavior in respective EHR for each client. • Established supportive and motivational relationships with clients, ensuring an atmosphere of safety, security and responsible behavioral healthcare. Show less



Indian Health Service

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Domestic Violence Prevention Coordinator/ Mental Health Specialist

  • Aug 2011 - May 2012

  • Worked specifically under the congressional mandated federal award program Domestic Violence Prevention Initiative. • Performed as lead Domestic Violence Prevention Coordinator for the Pinon Health Center in the Central Agency of the Navajo Nation. • Consulted with community health care teams, organizations, physicians and schools to expand outreach and increase awareness. • Provided referrals to victims for counseling, support groups and possible financial assistance. • Facilitated Domestic Violence Programs to local schools and communities. • Worked with Pinon Counseling Services team to deliver evidence and practice based models to victims of violence that represent culturally appropriate prevention and treatment approaches. Show less