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Community Outreach SpecialistIndependence, MO Street Address
EMAIL AVAILABLEPHONE NUMBER AVAILABLEBuild healthy relationships with my colleagues and key outside associates that will establish the company mission and build a positive image in the community Key Attributes & SkillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills (courteous, friendly and approachable) Trustworthy, honest and loyalPolished appearance and professional demeanor (especially under pressure) Strong organization skills, quick-study and self-motivated Accurate with attention to detail, ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast and changing environment Understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion Always willing to learn and improve skills; resourceful in problem solving Bring a positive attitude to the workplace; can work independently yet be a team player Able to manage a diverse number of projects and exercise good judgment Flexible to work overtime and perform duties beyond the scope of my position Authorized to work in the US for any employerWork ExperienceCommunity Outreach SpecialistThe Whole Person, Inc - United StatesFebruary 1997 to September 2014Direct outreach to local organizations for collaboration purposes and promoting organization's mission in the community.ACCOMPLISHMENTS Community Partnerships: Successfully organized and led efforts to build relationships with key stakeholders in the community Community Outreach: Increased levels of participation of minorities through outreach activities Relationship Building: Developed awareness through community activities which increased support for the organization Public Relations: Improved organization image in minority communities through presentations and workshops.Mental Health AdvocateSystems Advocacy2011 to 2013Assisted individuals with mental health issues to develop realistic goals, build plan of action measure personal success and adjust plans as needed.ACCOMPLISHMENTS Independent Living Plans: Assisted and taught consumers how to develop independent living plans through skills training Peer Support: Provided individual and group support for self-advocacy skills to empower individuals Systems Advocacy: Advocated at local, state and federal levels for individuals with disabilities, specifically those with mental health issues (traumatic brain injury, depression, etc.) Developed and organized peer support group for people with disabilities in the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual and Transsexual (LGBT) community. Assisted in organizing Annual Pride Festival. Assisted in organizing Disability Mentoring Day. Organizer for Annual AIDS Walk Project Equality Civil Rights Summit Committee member. Community Outreach CoordinatorCommunity Partnerships2011 to 2012Organized and directed outreach program activities for the organization. ACCOMPLISHMENTS Community Partnerships: Initiated leadership efforts to improve communications and build stronger relationships with local, state and federal divisions. Community Outreach: Increased the level of participation of minorities through consistent education and meaningful outreach activities. Relationship Building: Developed presentations for community events to promote TWP's core services. Public Relations: Developed plan to improve the organization image through workshops, forums and attendance at outside events. Attending metro and rural Chambers of Commerce as TWP representative. Executive Assistant to the CEO/Disability Rights Advocate The Whole Person1997 to 2011Assisted CEO with excellent administrative assistant skills to allow him to grow and develop the organization to serve more consumers in need.ACCOMPLISHMENTS Maintained schedule, calendar management and set/confirm appointments. Developed database entry and management system. Planned events/meetings with staff, board members, and outside leaders. Planned travel arrangements (travel, hotel, itineraries, expense reports). Prepared correspondence for CEO's signature. Ordered and maintained office supply inventory within budgetary guidelines. Developed and maintained filing and record systems. Managed necessary follow-through on short and long-term projects, as assigned. Arranged for any special accommodations that were needed for staff or attendees. Prepared staff newsletter for organization.EducationBusiness Partnership StrategiesUniversity of Missouri - Columbia, MO2001CurriculumCentral Missouri State University1983 to 1985High school or equivalent in Liberal ArtsUniversity of Missouri - Kansas City, MOSeptember 2012Skills Front Desk Microsoft Word Customer Service Receptionist Filing MS Office Data Entry Clerical Word training Microsoft Office Administrative Experience Phone Etiquette Outlook Organizational Skills Inventory Public Relations Personal Assistant Experience Calendar Management Dealership experience Time management Microsoft Powerpoint Clerical experience Recruiting Event PlanningCertifications and LicensesDriver's LicenseDecember 2020 to December 2026Title experienceMarch 1994 to March 1996Worked for Cable Dahmer Chevrolet as front desk receptionist. Included issuing temporary tags, answering phones and paging staff or department overhead. |
