Carissa-loy Andrews Quashie
Newark,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Nutritionist focused on improving family health in local communities and individuals using Nutrition Education, assessment and communication - public speaking. Excels in nutritional counseling, problem-solving and personalized compassionate care. Aims to help WIC program participants develop Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time bound health goals for themselves and their families.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Dietician
City of Newark, NJ
Newark, NJ
02.2022 - Current
- Performs nutritional assessments for women, infants and children.
- Counsels pregnant women on nutritional requirements for positive pregnancy outcomes.
- Counsels postpartum and breast feeding mothers on nutritional needs for themselves and or children.
- Selects WIC food packages appropriate for client's dietary needs.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions and treatment plans.
Health Educator/Plant-based Chef
Dloys Delights
Newark, NJ
01.2011 - Current
- Lectures as an invited Health Educator, Enthusiast and Specialist.
- Plant-based chef/caterer providing meals and meal prep services.
- Develops and executes wellness projects for specialized communities or individual clients debilitated by lifestyle diseases.
Certified Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
Brooklyn, NY
10.2020 - 02.2022
- Engages students and bolsters understanding of Nutrition Education and Social Emotional Competencies.
- Liaison between teachers and parents to develop cohesive educational plans and improve educational outcomes.
- Applies proactive behavior management techniques to facilitate both in-person and online learning.
Health Care Assistant
At Your Service Homecare
Owings Mills, MD
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Personalized health education and wellness counseling.
- Personalized dietary care for clients with Cardiovascular diseases and Diabetes including meal preparation and shopping.
- Improved patient outlook through compassionate care.
Assistant Manager
Mr. D's Health Foods
Scarborough, Trinidad & Tobago
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Individualized health promotion and lifestyle education.
- Vegan, plant-based, nutrient-dense recipe development, managing daily kitchen operation and menu planning.
- Coached and mentored employees through customer service training, guidance and performance monitoring.
Undergraduate Admissions Director
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
03.2018 - 01.2019
- Chaired the Undergraduate Admissions Committee.
- Conducted analysis of applications and admission decisions in CRM.
- Documented, maintained and tracked suspects and prospects in the CRM.
- Contributed to the strategic planning of Enrollment Management and its daily execution.
- Supervised 2 full-time positions; Transfer and Distance Education Enrollment Counselors and several student admission assistants.
- Supported enrollment team with daily and weekend recruiting tasks.
Graduate Enrollment Counselor
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
06.2016 - 02.2018
- Processed applications and admission decisions.
- Counseled interests, applicants and students on enrollment processes to help them achieve their academic goals.
- Assisted in developing recruiting plans and supported staff with recruiting events.
School of Graduate Studies, Dean's Asst.
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Prepared and edited reports, presentations and articles using Microsoft suite and other office management systems.
- Educated undergraduate students on graduate programs and scholarship availability.
- Researched the importance of campus diversity to assist in hiring for the new role of Diversity Vice President.
Administrative Assistant
Media Works Ltd.
Baltimore, MD
01.2015 - 06.2015
- Created and maintained spreadsheets for administrative reports.
- Directed customer communication to resolve inquiries and bolster customer satisfaction.
Health Sciences Enrollment Counselor
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI
06.2008 - 12.2010
- Advised and supported prospective health science and transfer students through the application process weekly.
- Fostered relationships between health science departments and enrollment management to facilitate effective services to applicants, accepted and enrolled students.
- Maintained relationships between Andrews University and other sister institutions to facilitate students transferring in.
Education
Master of Science - Nutrition & Wellness
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, Mi08.2008
Bachelor of Science - Community Wellness Management
Southern Adventist University
Collegedale, TN08.2004
Skills
- Health Educator/Promoter
- Plant-based Nutritionist
- Public Speaker
- Training Seminars
- Strategic Planning
- Relationship development
- Cross-functional team management
- CRM and office management software
Affiliations
- Kappa Omicron Nu, March 2007
- Alumni Associations - Andrews University, 2008; Southern Adventist University, 2004
- ASI, 2008
Recommendations
Available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Dietician
City of Newark, NJ
02.2022 - Current
Certified Substitute Teacher
NYC Department of Education
10.2020 - 02.2022
Health Care Assistant
At Your Service Homecare
10.2019 - 08.2020
Assistant Manager
Mr. D's Health Foods
01.2019 - 08.2019
Undergraduate Admissions Director
Andrews University
03.2018 - 01.2019
Graduate Enrollment Counselor
Andrews University
06.2016 - 02.2018
School of Graduate Studies, Dean's Asst.
Andrews University
08.2015 - 06.2016
Administrative Assistant
Media Works Ltd.
01.2015 - 06.2015
Health Educator/Plant-based Chef
Dloys Delights
01.2011 - Current
Health Sciences Enrollment Counselor
Andrews University
06.2008 - 12.2010
Master of Science - Nutrition & Wellness
Andrews University
Bachelor of Science - Community Wellness Management
Southern Adventist University
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