Ashley Manges
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Solutions-Orientated Outreach Worker with 3+ years experience employs empathy and patience to build relationships with members and provide support and care.
Successful at event planning and community engagement and networking. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized and attention to detail approach to work.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Outreach Worker
Oxford House, Inc.
01.2021 - Current
- Established rapport with community organizations by actively participating in local events and demonstrating genuine engagement in the recovery community
- Developed strong relationships with local organizations to establish a network of support services for membership.
- Organized community events to raise awareness about available resources and promote healthy lifestyles among members.
- Engage with the network of houses, identify potential issues, and provide solutions through support and guidance based on the Oxford House Model.
- Represented organization at industry conferences by manning booths and giving polished presentations.
- Build relationships with area diversion court programs to provide safe stable housing for their participants.
- Expanded to meet the need, through opening 3+ houses a year in Cleveland, Pottawatomie & Grady Counties
- Enhanced team collaboration by regularly sharing best practices, challenges, and successes during staff meetings.
- Assisted in organization of many large events throughout the year including Awards Banquet, Golf Tournament, Leadership Workshop, Women's Empowerment Conference & Oklahoma State Convention
Environmental Health and Safety Director
Texas Bridge, Inc.
01.2008 - 08.2014
- Mentored junior staff members on proper techniques for hazard identification, risk assessment, and incident reporting procedures.
- Streamlined communication channels between departments for reporting potential hazards or unsafe conditions, enabling prompt action and resolution.
- Provided guidance to department supervisors regarding best practices for maintaining safe work environments tailored to their specific needs.
- Spearheaded incident prevention initiatives by proactively addressing identified areas of concern within the job site environment.
- Collaborated with operations management to keep equipment in good working order, replace worn items and plan updates.
- Enhanced employee awareness on safety practices through regular workshops, presentations, and demonstrations.
- Conducted annual reviews of safety programs and policies in place, making recommendations for updates or revisions based on industry best practices.
- Coordinated with regulatory agencies such as OSHA to ensure compliance with federal and state safety standards.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external vendors and suppliers, ensuring that all equipment and materials used within the organization met established safety standards.
- Provided new-employee health and safety orientations and developed materials for presentations with a heavy emphasis on lead abatement safety procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX05.2007
High School Diploma -
Freer High School
Freer, TX05.2003
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organizational Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Community Engagement & Event Planning
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Cultural Competency
- Member Advocacy
- Exceptional communication
- Proficient in Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
Certification
- Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist, Oklahoma Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse - Training Institute - September 2023
Timeline
Outreach Worker
Oxford House, Inc.
01.2021 - Current
Environmental Health and Safety Director
Texas Bridge, Inc.
01.2008 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
High School Diploma -
Freer High School