ANDRE DAVIS
Columbus,United States
Summary
Dedicated social services professional with 10+ years of experience developing and implementing programs that support vulnerable youth and families. Expertise in trauma- informed care, youth development, violence prevention, crisis intervention, and community engagement. Proven ability to build strategic partnerships, develop educational programming, deliver professional trainings, and connect families to critical resources. Skilled in program coordination, stakeholder collaboration, public speaking, and serving justice-impacted populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Justice Initiatives Coordinator
Nationwide Children's Hospital
Columbus, United States
06.2021 - Current
- Leading initiatives supporting children and families impacted by parental incarceration.
- Assess and address medical, behavioral health, social, and resource needs of justice-impacted youth.
- Developed caregiver guide, educational materials, and outreach strategies, enhancing awareness and engagement among families impacted by incarceration.
- Design and facilitate trainings for healthcare professionals on trauma-informed approaches to caring for children with incarcerated parents.
- Provide consultation to physicians, behavioral health clinicians, and multidisciplinary teams regarding the impact of parental incarceration on child development and well-being.
- Built and maintained partnerships with local and national organizations, correctional facilities, and community stakeholders, strengthening support networks for justice-impacted children and families.
- Coordinate grant-funded programming and services that have supported 200+ children and families.
- Presented program outcomes and recommendations to hospital leadership and community partners, informing strategic decisions and enhancing service delivery.
Intervention Coordinator / Specialist
Community for New Direction
Columbus, United States
02.2016 - 05.2021
- Served as community liaison and advocate for adolescents and families across Central Ohio, enhancing access to resources and support.
- Implemented violence prevention, youth intervention, and restorative justice initiatives.
- Built trusted relationships with youth, families, schools, law enforcement, and community organizations.
- Connected participants to educational opportunities, employment resources, mentoring programs, and resilience-building services.
- Conducted conflict mediation and de-escalation interventions with justice-involved youth.
- Supported district-wide reform efforts aimed at reducing youth violence and improving community outcomes.
- Facilitated workshops and trainings focused on conflict resolution, personal development, and community engagement.
Applications for Pride, Purpose, and Success (APPS) Program Coordinator
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department
Columbus, United States
05.2014 - 03.2016
- Delivered conflict resolution, de-escalation, and psychological first-aid training to youth participants.
- Coordinated programming for at-risk youth and families in community-based settings.
- Connected participants with educational, social service, and behavioral health resources.
- Assisted with program planning, presentation development, reporting, and data management.
- Maintained confidentiality while supporting youth and families facing significant social and economic challenges.
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus
Columbus, United States
12.2013 - 02.2015
- Implemented evidence-based youth development programs focused on leadership, education, and career readiness.
- Facilitated programs including Passport to Manhood, Diploma to Degrees, and Career Launch.
- Planned and coordinated recreational, educational, and enrichment activities for youth participants.
- Maintained program documentation, participant records, and outcome data.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Ohio University
Ohio, United States01-2018
Associate of Science - Recreation & Leisure Studies
Columbus State Community College
Ohio, United States01-2015
Skills
- Program Development & Implementation
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Policy development
- Crisis intervention
- Violence prevention
- Community partnership
- Youth advocacy
- Data reporting
- Public speaking
- Community partnership
Accomplishments
- Leading a hospital-based Children of Incarcerated Parents initiative.
- Developed and delivered trauma-informed training for clinical staff.
- Established partnerships with correctional facilities and community organizations.
- Designed caregiver resources and clinical support pathways for justice-impacted families.
- Supported 300+ children and families through grant-funded services.
Timeline
Social Justice Initiatives Coordinator
Nationwide Children's Hospital
06.2021 - Current
Intervention Coordinator / Specialist
Community for New Direction
02.2016 - 05.2021
Applications for Pride, Purpose, and Success (APPS) Program Coordinator
Columbus Recreation and Parks Department
05.2014 - 03.2016
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Clubs of Columbus
12.2013 - 02.2015
Bachelor of Science - Communications
Ohio University
Associate of Science - Recreation & Leisure Studies
Columbus State Community College