Brooke Christenson

• Enhanced team performance of 15 Sailors by implementing effective communication strategies and streamlining processes.
• Led a diverse group of personnel, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
• Spearheaded major projects, resulting in the successful completion of objectives within deadlines and budget constraints.
• Mentored 9 junior enlisted members, facilitating career advancement opportunities and personal development.
• Completed watchfloor PQS for TRACE2S medevac system.
• Established strong relationships with external partners to enhance collaboration on joint missions.
• Implemented quality assurance measures to maintain high-performance standards throughout the organization.

• Improved client outcomes by employing evidence-based therapeutic techniques in individual and group sessions.
• Developed treatment plans tailored to clients' unique needs, resulting in better progress towards mental health goals.
• Enhanced couples' communication skills through targeted exercises and discussions, fostering healthier relationships.
• Facilitated family therapy sessions for conflict resolution and increased understanding among family members.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of healthcare providers to create comprehensive care plans for clients.
• Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, aiding in the ongoing evaluation and adjustment of treatment approaches.
• Specialty training in Military/First Responder families, couples and individuals
• Specialty training in Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR level 1)
• Specialty training in Complex Trauma and PSTD.

• Increased operational readiness by conducting thorough training exercises (IMX 23, GOLDEN COYOTE, FIFTH WIND) and performance evaluations for 15 junior personnel.
• Execution of CO objectives at the deckplate level.
• Recipient of the Junior Sailor of the Year, 2018 for RCC region.
• Performed clinical duties in a hospital setting in various departments such as: preventative medicine, women’s health, immunizations, pediatrics, medical administration, and patient advocacy.
• Global Health Engagement Petty Officer for CENTCOM reserve. Inplemented and executed subject matter expert exchanges with 13 international allied countries.
• Strengthened team morale through open communication channels, promoting an inclusive work environment that fostered collaboration among diverse members.

• Raised $3,000,000 by developing and executing effective fundraising campaigns and signature gala.
• Secured major donations ($25,000+) for various programs for NSW families through donor cultivation and relationship building.
• Collaborated with marketing team to create compelling promotional materials for fundraising campaigns.
• Conducted thorough prospect research to identify high-potential donors for targeted solicitation efforts.
• Facilitated grant writing efforts, resulting in the successful acquisition of $25,000 from foundations and government sources.
• Generated increased revenue by identifying new potential donors and implementing targeted outreach strategies.
• Boosted donor retention rates with timely follow-up communications and personalized acknowledgements.

• Enhanced team efficiency by implementing streamlined communication processes and improving procedural documentation.
• Improved immunization and blood lab processes by implementing SOP's and training opportunities for 16 corpsmen.
• Clinically trained 5 corpsmen in bloodborne pathogens and communicable disease/infections.
• Cross-trained on ocular and dental equipment to fill in stop gaps as needed for streamlined and improved medical readiness of resevre sailors.

Emphasis in work with First-Responder and Military Families

Emphasis in advocacy and grant-writing

• Excellent Women in Education Scholarship Recipient