Janeka Russell

Program Coordinator at WorkFaith
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(386) 825-5501
Location
Houston, Texas, United States, US

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Experience

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Program Coordinator
      • Feb 2023 - Present

      Creating instruction and coaching calendars and distributing them to all stakeholders Coordinating with staff and contractors to confirm availability for scheduled trainings/classes and conferences Reporting weekly key netrics outlined by the CPO and Program Manager Overseeing program administrative duties which include updating upcoming events via Notion, stats reports, and survey reviews Verifying participant attendance and cross-referencing with various systems and platforms Show less

    • United States
    • Economic Programs
    • 300 - 400 Employee
    • Employer Services Division- Program Assistant
      • Dec 2021 - Feb 2023

      Contributing to the development and implementation of strategies and policies Maintaining a working knowledge of Workforce Solutions employer services Supporting Program Director in delivering services by Business Consultants and Talent Advisors which include program development, performance management, and compliance Providing administrative support and completing special projects as assigned by Director Contributing to the development and implementation of strategies and policies Maintaining a working knowledge of Workforce Solutions employer services Supporting Program Director in delivering services by Business Consultants and Talent Advisors which include program development, performance management, and compliance Providing administrative support and completing special projects as assigned by Director

    • United States
    • Education Administration Programs
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Veteran Support Specialist
      • May 2021 - Nov 2021

      Assessing clients for supportive service program eligibility and completing enrollment documentation Assisting individuals with establishing and meeting training and employment goals Preparing, submitting, and monitoring financial assistance requests for clients Organizing monthly and quarterly reports Maintaining partnerships with organizations who would provide wraparound services Assessing clients for supportive service program eligibility and completing enrollment documentation Assisting individuals with establishing and meeting training and employment goals Preparing, submitting, and monitoring financial assistance requests for clients Organizing monthly and quarterly reports Maintaining partnerships with organizations who would provide wraparound services

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 200 - 300 Employee
    • Job Placement Specialist
      • Jun 2020 - Apr 2021

      Matching career openings to candidates, monitoring retention rates, and collaborating with employers to meet their needs Conducting interviews, reviewing resumes, and teaching job skills to candidates Creating and maintaining relationships with community organizations and businesses that provided support, resources, and employment to individuals with disabilities Advocating for employees to ensure vocations needs and/or goals are addressed and accomplished Identify client strengths and implementing effective coaching strategies to help client overcome employment related challenges Show less

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Housing Program Case Manager
      • Sep 2018 - Feb 2020

      Structuring and continuing relationships with landlords and agencies throughout the communities Negotiating leasing terms and contracts with landlords/homeowners Providing housing services to clients in need per HUD guidelines Interviewing clients in regards to eligibility and suitability for program Following up with individuals by in-home or office visitation Structuring and continuing relationships with landlords and agencies throughout the communities Negotiating leasing terms and contracts with landlords/homeowners Providing housing services to clients in need per HUD guidelines Interviewing clients in regards to eligibility and suitability for program Following up with individuals by in-home or office visitation

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 100 - 200 Employee
    • Transition Age Youth & Families (TAYF) Case Manager
      • Nov 2016 - Apr 2018

      Managing referrals for child advocacy issues, conducting the evaluation, and resolving complaintsDiscussing with clients community resources for services in regards to job placement, debt counseling, legal aid, housing, medical treatment, financial assistance and how to apply for such servicesEnforcing rules and regulations to ensure the smooth and orderly operation of dormitory programs, safety, and campus securityMaintaining accurate and complete records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations Show less

    • Community Outreach Specialist
      • Jun 2015 - Nov 2016

      Establishing and sustaining relationships with other agencies and organizations in community to meet client needsDirecting and assisting in workshops designed to promote the intellectual, social, and physical welfare of clientsFollowing up with individuals via in-home visitation, telecommunications, and office visits to determin service needs

    • United States
    • Non-profit Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • College Access Coach (AmeriCorps Intern)
      • Jan 2015 - Jul 2015

      Counseling students in regard to course and/or program selections, class scheduling and registration Prepping participants to cope with school adjustment, truancy, study habits, and other issue which hinder academic success Consulting with students and parents to provide support during the application and financial aid process Organizing reports that monitor each scholar's activities Counseling students in regard to course and/or program selections, class scheduling and registration Prepping participants to cope with school adjustment, truancy, study habits, and other issue which hinder academic success Consulting with students and parents to provide support during the application and financial aid process Organizing reports that monitor each scholar's activities

Education

  • Lamar University
    Bachelor's degree, General Studies- emphisis in Social Work, Family Studies & Sociology
    2003 - 2004
  • Tyler Junior College
    Associate's degree, Behavioral Sciences
    2000 - 2002

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