Ashley Austin
Olean,New York
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Cattaraugus-Allegany Workforce Development Board, excelling in effective problem resolution and API integration. Successfully facilitated training initiatives, bridging skill gaps in manufacturing and tech sectors, while enhancing workforce capabilities. Committed to fostering inclusive environments and driving continuous improvement through strategic program evaluations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Ecosystem Developer for Manufacturing and Technolo
Cattaraugus-Allegany Workforce Development Board
03.2025 - Current
- Workforce Ecosystem Developers, planned, hosted and facilitated Manufacturing and Tech business meetings to determine businesses' workforce skills needs and identify skill gaps.
- Workforce Ecosystem Developers planned, hosted and facilitated training provider meetings to help track inventory current in Manufacturing and Tech related training offerings, compared to industry needs defined in business meetings and identify training gaps.
- The Cattaraugus-Allegany Workforce Development Board and Workforce Investment Board communicate on a regular basis on the status of workforce regarding Manufacturing and tech industries.
- Hosted and planned four Manufacturing/Tech job fairs.
- Submit invoices and progress reports on a monthly basis
Mental Health and Disability Coordinator
Cattaraugus and Wyoming Counties Project Head Start
09.2015 - 03.2025
- Facilitated training sessions for faculty and staff on disability awareness, fostering a more inclusive educational environment.
- Developed written plan and procedures for implementing health services component of program.
- Served as a liaison between disabled students and external agencies such as vocational rehabilitation services or medical providers to ensure coordinated care.
- Reviewed accommodation requests from students promptly while maintaining open communication channels throughout the process.
- Implemented and coordinated health services to meet disability standards.
- Reviewed program reports to monitor compliance in health services and other program areas.
- Managed confidential student records in accordance with privacy regulations, maintaining trust within the community.
- Coordinated the provision of assistive technology services, increasing student independence and academic success.
- Provided ongoing support to disabled students throughout their academic journey, contributing to higher retention rates and graduation outcomes.
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to integrate services and meet service delivery goals.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular monitoring of key performance indicators, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Enhanced accessibility for disabled students by evaluating and implementing necessary accommodations.
- Conducted outreach initiatives within the community targeting potential applicants who would benefit from disability support programs.
- Developed comprehensive case management plans for each disabled student, addressing individual needs and promoting personal growth.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
- Assessed risk factors of patients and made referrals for further services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
St. Bonaventure University
Saint Bonaventure, NY05-2007
Skills
- Effective problem resolution
- Programming
- API integration
- Application development
Accomplishments
Summa Cum laude
Member of Zonta
Timeline
Ecosystem Developer for Manufacturing and Technolo
Cattaraugus-Allegany Workforce Development Board
03.2025 - Current
Mental Health and Disability Coordinator
Cattaraugus and Wyoming Counties Project Head Start
09.2015 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
St. Bonaventure University
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