Experience

ChooseU

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Chief Development Officer, Interim

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  Lead the creation of a strategy to diversify development revenue and ensure organizational sustainability by accessing blended funding (i.e. public, corporate, foundation, and individual donors) with particular focus on developing individual giving strategy. Lead a team of fundraisers to secure $18M annually in aligned funds and build a growing pipeline to support a capitol campaign aligned with strategic plan. Serve on the Executive Leadership team and contribute to development of the organization's next strategic plan and corresponding funding campaign.Support the CEO, Executive Leadership team and Board in developing a culture of stewardship which ensures excellent grant management and funder relations. Show less

• Director Of Development

  • Aug 2020 - Mar 2023

• Program Delivery Partner Lead

  • Dec 2018 - Aug 2020

  Responsible for all Program Delivery Partner (PDP) programs for Generation US. Oversee the launch and operation of Generation run programs in 7+ cities and manage a strong team of local leaders in each city. Develop and oversee the annual plan for PDP run programs, including recruitment, training and transition to employment, in accordance with program specifications and funding limitations. Maintain regular contact with partner's leadership teams (both existing and potential), providing frequent updates on program status and outcomes. Develop and scale operational and programatic procedures for the PDP program model ensure quality and excellence across all programs and partnerships. Show less

• IT Program Manager

  • Dec 2017 - Nov 2018

• Program Coordinator - Jacksonville IT Program

  • Feb 2016 - Dec 2017



Children's Home Society of Florida

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 700 & Above Employee

• Clinical Counselor

  • May 2015 - Dec 2015

  Assess client and family needs as well as plan the necessary services and treatment. Counsel individuals and families by using evidence based treatment interventions. Travel to the home, school or other safe location to ensure the client is seen weekly for needed counseling. Ensure all client sessions are documented and billed for in a timely manner.

• Outpatient Therapist

  • Aug 2014 - Dec 2015

  Assess client and family needs as well as plan the necessary services and treatment. Counsel individuals and families by using evidence based treatment interventions. Travel to the home, school or other safe location to ensure the client is seen weekly for needed counseling. Ensure all client sessions are documented and billed for in a timely manner.

• Dependency Case Manager

  • Jan 2014 - Aug 2014

  Responsible for the welfare of children placed into foster or relative care by The Department of Children and Families. Assist parents in the completion of a court-ordered case plan and report to the court system on the parent’s compliance and involvement with services. Help children in state custody achieve permanency though advocating for the child and families to the Duval County Courts. Ensure children in state custody are safe through monthly visits to the home. Responsible for arranging all medical, dental, educational, and therapeutic needs for every child assigned to the case manager. Show less

• Intern

  • Aug 2013 - Dec 2013

  Work collaboratively with the adoption’s staff to complete adoption home studies, child studies and create subsidy files for the special needs children available for adoption in Leon County. Direct work with children and families through home and school visits in order to help facilitates smooth transitions for children in adoptive placements.



Florida State University College of Social Work

• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Assistant

  • Jan 2013 - Dec 2013

  Responsible for the weekly contact of 40+ research participants as well as facilitating the weekly group meeting required of the participants. Tracked and recorded participant attendance and allocated compensation to all involved in the study. Conducted phone screenings, intake appointments, and physiology appointments. Responsible for the weekly contact of 40+ research participants as well as facilitating the weekly group meeting required of the participants. Tracked and recorded participant attendance and allocated compensation to all involved in the study. Conducted phone screenings, intake appointments, and physiology appointments.



LITTLE BRITCHES THERAPEUTIC RIDING INC

• United States
• Individual and Family Services

• Instructor

  • May 2012 - Dec 2012

  Responsible for the maintenance of horse stables and horse care. Worked as an instructor in training, made lessons plans, and facilitated therapeutic riding lessons for children and adults with disabilities. Worked with at-risk youth in a summer program to integrate a respect for the natural world and equine safety and education into the elementary school curriculum. Responsible for the maintenance of horse stables and horse care. Worked as an instructor in training, made lessons plans, and facilitated therapeutic riding lessons for children and adults with disabilities. Worked with at-risk youth in a summer program to integrate a respect for the natural world and equine safety and education into the elementary school curriculum.



Florida Department of Children and Families

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Integrated Practice Team Intern

  • Jan 2012 - May 2012

  Administrative assistant for the team of professionals from varying fields - responsible for the daily minutes and monthly log of all meetings regarding the welfare of minors, parental engagement in services, and staff follow-through. Administrative assistant for the team of professionals from varying fields - responsible for the daily minutes and monthly log of all meetings regarding the welfare of minors, parental engagement in services, and staff follow-through.



Florida State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• University Ambassador

  • Nov 2010 - Dec 2011

  Lead visitors to the university on interactive and informational tours of campus covering all academic, social, and athletic assets of the university, perform opening and closing office procedures, answer phone calls, relay directions and lodging information to visitors. Provide the best in customer service and hospitality to all the guests of the university.

• Facilitator

  • Sep 2009 - Dec 2011

  Facilitate interventions for a large group of 7-12 year old at risk students in the Leon County area with an emphasis on drug use prevention and conflict resolution skills. Implemented behavior modification and fostered an engaging learning environment through positive reinforcement techniques.