ANNA MEYER
Saint Charles,MO
Summary
Results-driven Grant Specialist with experience in grant management and strategic initiative development, recognized for enhancing program operations at the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Proficient in networking, collaboration, and providing technical assistance to improve public health outcomes related to substance use disorders and overdose incidence. Committed to advancing grant coordination skills while leveraging interdisciplinary approaches to address public health challenges in the Greater Chicago Area nearing March 2025.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grant Specialist
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
Jefferson City, MO
12.2023 - Current
- Contributed to the formation of a SUD Grant Program utilizing Missouri non-medical cannabis tax revenues.
- Developed detailed Notice of Grant Opportunities for SUD-related initiatives.
- Collaborated with internal and external partners to ensure grantee compliance.
- Conducted educational sessions on SUDs and cannabis for department staff and stakeholders.
Epidemiology Intern
Saint Charles County Government
Saint Charles, MO
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted epidemiologists in reporting communicable disease cases to the state health department.
- Enhanced operational efficiency of the LPHA by establishing comprehensive training protocols.
- Worked with a local coalition on prevention and harm reduction strategies to reduce overdose incidence.
Graduate Research Assistant
MU Family & Community Medicine
Columbia, MO
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Supported staff with multiple federally funded research projects simultaneously, ensuring grant compliance.
- Managed data collection using REDCap, Qualtrics, and NVivo.
- Prepared reports, presentations, and outreach materials using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
Mental Health Technician
University of Missouri Health Care
Columbia, MO
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted in treatment planning by identifying patients' problems, needs, and strengths.
- Ensured continuity of care from admission to discharge through record-keeping.
- Collaborated with providers to administer patient treatments.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Delmar Gardens Of O'Fallon
O'Fallon, MO
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Collaborated with nursing staff to ensure comprehensive, resident-specific treatments and routines.
- Observed and maintained records of physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes for necessary care.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Education
Master of Public Health - Health Promotion and Policy
University of Missouri - Columbia
Columbia, MO12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Biology Minor
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO05.2022
Skills
- Grant writing and compliance
- Contract monitoring
- Budget allocation
- Technical assistance
- Program reporting
- Initiative development
- Networking and collaboration
- Continuous learning
- Data organization
- Presenting and facilitating
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification | 08/2022
- Certified Health Education Specialist | 05/2022
- Certified Nursing Assistant | 07/2018
Timeline
Grant Specialist
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services
12.2023 - Current
Epidemiology Intern
Saint Charles County Government
06.2023 - 08.2023
Graduate Research Assistant
MU Family & Community Medicine
01.2023 - 06.2023
Mental Health Technician
University of Missouri Health Care
05.2022 - 01.2023
Certified Nursing Assistant
Delmar Gardens Of O'Fallon
05.2019 - 08.2021
Master of Public Health - Health Promotion and Policy
University of Missouri - Columbia
Bachelor of Science - Health Science, Biology Minor
Truman State University
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