Experience

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  Alzheimer's Association®

  • San Diego County, California, United States

  • Community Engagement Manager

    • Dec 2023 - Present
    • San Diego County, California, United States

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  Nonprofit Solutions

  • Volunteer position in San Diego, California, United States

  • Faculty

    • Nov 2019 - Present
    • Volunteer position in San Diego, California, United States

    • Conducts workshops in the areas of advocacy, mentoring, service enterprise and volunteer management• Develops curricula for workshops for nonprofit professionals

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  Serving Seniors

  • San Diego Metropolitan Area

  • Community Engagement Manager

    • Oct 2022 - Nov 2023
    • San Diego Metropolitan Area

    • Secures and maintains partnerships with community organizations to facilitate volunteer engagement• Ensures optimal engagement and stewardship of corporate and business partnerships• Oversees management of volunteer program: recruitment, screening, training, placement, coordination, recognition and retention of volunteers • Plans and implements special events, including Annual Volunteer Recognition Event• Manages up to 70 volunteers at the Annual Sunshine Gala, the organization’s annual fundraising event• Manages two Activities and Volunteer Coordinators, full-time staff members

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  Self-employed

  • Nonprofit Management Consultant

    • Jul 2021 - Oct 2022

    • Provides consulting services in the areas of board development, fundraising, volunteer management, leadership development, mentoring and advocacy.

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  SAY San Diego (Social Advocates for Youth)

  • United States
  • Non-profit Organizations
  • 200 - 300 Employee

  • Program Supervisor, Child Abuse Prevention and Referral Service, Community Services for Families

    • Jul 2020 - Jun 2021

    • Planned, assigned, reviewed and evaluated work of 5 social work case managers• Assessed staff development, learning and performance• Determined procedures for solving problems while using sound casework practices and evidence-based practice• Held group and individual conferences with staff to discuss assignments, cases in progress, rules, regulations, policies, and laws• Assisted staff to develop and improve social work skills• Created marketing materials• As Volunteer, designed professional mentoring program for Human Resources Department (This was a 6-month grant-funded position)

  • Volunteer Engagement Manager (Director of Volunteer/Intern Department)

    • Oct 2017 - Jul 2020

    • Oversaw recruiting, screening, interviewing, onboarding and placement of volunteers, Board Fellows, AmeriCorps Members, and Interns for 10 social service programs at large nonprofit• Managed workforce of up to 656 volunteers/interns; supervised up to 70 volunteers at special events• Increased the number of after-school tutors and homework assistants by 250%• Collaborated with UCSD to institute, plan and execute a new youth mentoring program• Led Service Enterprise training, consulting and certification process to its completion• Implemented use of the Better Impact web-based volunteer management system• Assessed and strengthened volunteer experience via evaluation, training and appreciation

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  San Diego Sports Health & Fitness

  • La Mesa, CA

  • Operations Manager

    • Apr 2016 - Feb 2020
    • La Mesa, CA

    • Oversaw the operations of a fitness center• Planned and executed marketing and communications• Created invoices; paid bills; handled payments; and monitored member accounts • Established policies and procedures for contracted staff• Managed and maintained relationships with fitness club members (Please note that this gym closed as a consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic.)

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  San Diego Youth Development Office

  • San Diego, California, United States

  • Manager, Special Projects

    • Jul 2016 - Dec 2016
    • San Diego, California, United States

    • Wrote grant proposals for backbone collective impact initiatives• Obtained funding for pilot program to increase employment among 250 at-risk youth• Participated in organizational redesign• Wrote Capability Statement • Created marketing materials

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  The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

  • San Diego, California, United States

  • Manager, Patient Access, Education and Advocacy

    • Dec 2013 - Jun 2015
    • San Diego, California, United States

    • Managed 6 programs designed for patients, family members and healthcare providers• Lobbied for network adequacy, network transparency and access to cancer specialty medications• Led and trained 25 new patient advocates in public policy and lobbying strategies• Recruited 350+ patient advocates to actively participate in Internet-based “Calls to Action” • Initiated and led 30 partnerships to execute educational symposia with attendance of 1,000+ • Envisioned, planned and executed Inaugural Binational Blood Cancer Symposium for 140 attendees• Planned and launched grant-funded financial aid program, providing aid to 150 patients• Restored patient services in Hawaii through culturally-appropriate education and support groups

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  Southcoast Psychological Associates

  • Carlsbad, CA

  • Associate and Spanish Interpreter

    • 2008 - 2013
    • Carlsbad, CA

    • Interpreted Spanish/English during psychological evaluations of international clients• Provided support to couples dealing with infertility, pre- and post-evaluation• Administered psychological testing• Acted as professional liaison with doctors specializing in fertility issues

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  San Diego Workforce Partnership

  • United States
  • Non-profit Organization Management
  • 100 - 200 Employee

  • Workforce and Business Analyst

    • May 2010 - Jun 2011

    • Partnered with economic development organizations to execute workforce development programs• Oversaw Federal contracts, maintained budgets and evaluated program results • Analyzed research as it relates to jobs, job sectors and the San Diego economy • Oversaw Request for Proposals (RFPs) processes

  • Community Development Specialist

    • Jan 2009 - May 2010

    • Created, fostered and maintained relationships with elected officials and community leaders• Advocated for the renewal of the Workforce Investment Act through lobbying efforts• Championed for the establishment of California State legislation to assist laid off workers • Tracked and analyzed legislation• Skillfully presented information on mission, governance and organizational structure • Organized public events and internal training

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  Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance of El Cajon

  • President and Founder

    • Feb 2002 - Dec 2008

    • Pioneered and instituted non-profit organization serving 40 clients in new market• Directed operations of organization serving mentally ill population • Lobbied State and Federal legislators for changes in mental health policy• Forged new relationships with community partners and stakeholders• Coached and mentored 20 dedicated volunteers through one-on-one interactions• Facilitated support groups for psychiatric patients; conducted training of 12 facilitators• Fostered an environment of understanding about the impact of psychiatric disorders

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  School Districts in San Diego, CA and Niagara Falls, NY

  • Substitute Teacher

    • Dec 1998 - Jan 2002

    • Taught K-12 students in the areas of Math, Spanish, English and the Sciences• Provided after-school tutoring to students ages 9-18

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  Procter & Gamble Latin America

  • Caracas, Venezuela

  • Research Supervisor

    • Apr 1997 - Oct 1998
    • Caracas, Venezuela

    • Analyzed market data for Fortune 500 Company• Led complex consumer research projects • Managed work of subcontracted market research firms• Wrote position papers for product development and brand management

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  Step by Step Systems

  • Caracas, Venezuela

  • ESL Teacher

    • Jun 1996 - May 1997
    • Caracas, Venezuela

    • Planned and conducted individual and group classes in the English language for executives working at multinational companies • Instructed in Business English, grammar and conversation skills.

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  Embassy of the Republic of South Korea, Caracas, Venezuela

  • Caracas, Venezuela

  • Assistant to Ambassador

    • Jun 1996 - Apr 1997
    • Caracas, Venezuela

    Wrote Embassy press releases for international news carriers; authored daily news briefs; interpreted between Spanish and English; translated between Spanish and English; corresponded between Embassy and Venezuelan Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

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  Hamilton College

  • Clinton, New York

  • Assistant to Director of Dept. of Romance Languages; Assistant Mgr. of Language Lab and Fundraiser

    • Sep 1992 - May 1996
    • Clinton, New York

    Taught undergraduate students in the Spanish language; provided administrative support to Director of Department of Romance Languages in Madrid, Spain; managed Language Laboratory; increased the Annual Fund through direct solicitation at events and on the phone; planned social events; and gave guided tours of the campus. Also, provided administrative support to Department of Government.

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  Planned Parenthood of Niagara County, Inc.

  • Niagara Falls, NY

  • Peer Outreach Worker

    • Sep 1989 - Aug 1992
    • Niagara Falls, NY

    Educated community about reproductive health, family planning and STDs. Contributed to program development, gave oral presentations at schools and public events, counseled at-risk adolescents in managing their health care needs, wrote news articles and edited monthly newsletter.

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  Various titles, industries and time frames

  • Community Involvement

    • Sep 1987 - Sep 1987

    Faculty at Nonprofit Solutions, 2019-presentVolunteer, Human Resources Department, SAY San Diego 2020-2021Fundraiser, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 2013- 2015ESL Teacher for refugees at Alliance for African Assistance, 2013Board Member for HOA, 2011-2012Tutor for 12th Grade Students- Reality Changers, 2009-2010Delegate to California Democratic Party, 2009-2010Community Coordinator - Grassroots Organizing Team, 2008-2011Volunteer - Mike Lumpkin for Congress Campaign, 2008Raised funds, made phone calls to voters in English and Spanish; canvassed neighborhoods to share information on Mike Lumpkin; created procedures and protocols to create a streamlined, efficient phone room; assisted at house parties; and researched information on mental health policy and issues faced by returning veterans from the war; wrote reports on public policy. Volunteer - Voter Registration Drives at ceremonies for newly naturalized citizens of the United States, 2007-2009Election Official, San Diego County Registrar of Voters (Trainer, Assistant Inspector, Touchscreen Inspector and Clerk) 2002-2008, 2016 & 2021.Volunteer (2005 and 2006) and Team Leader (2007 and 2008) - Legislative Lobby Days for National Association of Social Workers. 2005-2008Volunteer and Web Specialist - Hillary Clinton Presidential Campaign, 2007 Raised funds, made phone calls to voters, canvassed neighborhoods, served as a Poll Observer at a caucus, maintained website, staffed event at Cox Arena at San Diego State University, and planned house parties.Planning Committee Member and Volunteer- Fiesta del Sol street festival in Logan Heights, Justice Overcoming Boarders, 2007 and 2008Board Member - Meeting Place, Inc.: psychosocial clubhouse for mentally ill clients, 2004 - 2006Presenter - National Alliance for Mental Illness San Diego, 2003Planning Committee Member and Presenter - County of San Diego Mental Health, Knowledge is Empowerment Conference, 2002

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  Field Practicum and Internships

  • San Diego, CA and Washington, DC

  • Field Practicum and Internships

    • Aug 1901 - May 1902
    • San Diego, CA and Washington, DC

    County of San Diego Child Welfare Services, Policy and Program SupportAdministration Field PlacementSan Diego State University (SDSU) Field Placement for MSW Administration degreeAugust 2007 – May 2008 (10 months)http://www.sdcounty.ca.gov/hhsa/programs/cs/child_welfare_services/index.htmlConducted research on the effectiveness of trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) for sexually abused children; conducted research on caseload reduction for social workers; wrote/edited news articles; produced marketing materials for California's KinGap Program for potential guardians of foster youth; supervised staff of 10 graduate and undergraduate interns; organized State meetings on the topic of recurrence of child abuse; tracked State legislation regarding child welfare; and planned volunteer recognition luncheon.Cortez Hill Advocates for Community Health Action/Third Avenue Charitable OrganizationClinical Field Placement SDSU MSW Administration degreeAugust 2005 – May 2006 (10 months)http://www.firstlutheransd.org/Outreach/taco.htmlProvided individual mental health counseling using evidence-based practice; provided mental health services during night mobile outreach for the homeless; ran group therapy for victims of domestic violence; assessed clients with suicidal and homicidal ideation; served as case manager for homeless individuals; conducted needs assessments; and advocated for quality service delivery.United Nations Economic Commission on Latin America and the CaribbeanSemester in Washington D.C. Program, Hamilton CollegeInternational Relations Intern August 1995 – December 1995 (5 months)http://www.eclac.cl/default.asp?idioma=INAuthored daily news briefs; conducted policy research and prepared reports on the status of preferential trade agreements; conducted clipping service; represented organization at meetings and conferences; organized event at the United States Congress to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the United Nations.