Social Media Manager

• Aug 2018 - Present

Social Work Intern

• May 2017 - Aug 2017

• Worked remotely and on-site to manage overhaul of Volunteer Log System from paper to digital o Innovated a data input and aggregate systems with multiple outcomes using Google Forms and Sheets o Researched viability of hardware and security options o Presented options for board and executive approval based on finances, quality, integration and practicality • Managed creation of a database to be used for congregation diversification with both partnership and client groups for DCM on-site and remotely. o Researched non-Christian religions and cultures to gain comprehension and find intersections with agency mission o Conducted community assessment and inventory of area non-Christian congregations and agencies as possible resources for outreach based on research outcomes o Created and presented information to board members Show less

Social Work Intern

• Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

• Assisted in development of Teen Advisory Board including application screening, documentation creation, interviewing, and scheduling. • Observed and co-facilitated Teen Healthy Dating Curriculum for Gwinnett County High Schools • Conducted comprehensive research on domestic violence for agency grant writer • Represented Partnership Against Domestic Violence at community outreach events • Created resource to facilitate distribution of Partnership Against Domestic Violence agencies materials to medical partners • Consulted on development of Georgia Tech student app for first responders Show less

Clinical Social Work Intern

• Aug 2015 - May 2016

• Conducted phone and in-person social service intake and scheduling with new clinic patients • Conducted follow-up information and resource sessions with patients for biopsychosocial needs using the strengths perspective • Documented client information in agency software NDental • Assessed the needs of clients using critical thinking and observation skills of client’s written, verbal, and bodily cues • Planned and executed strategic social service interventions with patients including: o Procured transportation and furniture, located baby clothing, and developed problem-solving plans for life conflicts with expectant female domestic violence abuse patient o Assisted or resolved financial and housing issues of elder patients • Planned, researched, created and delivered educational presentations to clients on relevant psychological topics including self-care, mindfulness, prioritizing, self-empathizing, and stress reduction • Researched and utilized resources medical and community outside the agency • Built capacity by creating new directory resources for the social service department • Coordinated with coworkers to achieve agency goals Show less

Staff Writer

• Jul 2012 - Jul 2014

Long Term Substitute Teacher

• Sep 2013 - Dec 2013

• Assessed and adapted to the conditions of at-risk youth in Title I public • Assisted in individual development of to several students resulting in: o Three students reducing their physical fighting dramatically by: ♣ Creating and maintaining a safe space for students a space for students to develop their positive identities through safe, confidential expression and dialogue with the teacher o Created alternative disciplinary activities focused on gaining knowledge, utilizing critical thinking skills, and understanding the impact of their choices rather than penalization and isolation o Created and executed a pilot program that kept habitual offenders out of in-school suspension for 7 weeks by using open-access to teacher for expression of emotional and social needs allowing students to discuss their problems confidentially (within guidelines of mandated reporting), offering alternative conflict resolution options such as moving seats, stepping outside, practicing calming techniques, and rewarding improved behavior at all levels • Created and introduced a new reading homeroom program that focused on reading aloud resulting in: o Increased active student participation o Independent pursuit of fiction novels by two non-readers ♣ One student was a non-English speaker yet pursued English language novels after involvement • Built solid working relationships with fellow teachers, administrators, faculty and staff Show less

receptionist

• Mar 2012 - Jan 2013

Answer phones, manage client, volunteer, and employee relations, provide the public face of Skyland Trail. Answer phones, manage client, volunteer, and employee relations, provide the public face of Skyland Trail.