DESIREE RAYMOND
Public Health
Linden,NJ
Summary
Motivated MPA graduate well-versed in public health concerns and needs of different demographic groups. Passionate about improving individual and community health by decreasing disparities in the healthcare system. Familiar with financial management, public outreach, data collection, program management, and communication strategies.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Pipeline Fellow
Women Of Color Advancing Peace And Security (WCAPS
2022.01 - 2022.05
- Published essay "Race and Gender at the Borderlands: An Analysis of the Factors Influencing the Experience of Black Climate Change Refugees ”WCAPS Pipeline Fellows Publication 42-47, 2022
- Participated in seminars that focused on leadership and collaboration with women of color in the career field
- Researched and composed an analysis on climate change and its effect on Black women outside the US
- Attend training around peace and security, conflicts, and foreign service
BDD Program Development Intern
NYC Department Of Health And Mental Hygiene
2020.06 - 2022.05
- Tracked and work on unit and line-item budgets, scopes, and invoices quarterly for over 60 city council contracts
- Developed a racial equity strategic plan for Bureau of Developmental Disabilities’ employees and providers using the GEAR and NYC Race to Justice framework
- Organized quarterly meetings, trainings, and seminars for staff and providers regarding equity
- Composed and conducted multiple surveys for contracted providers including level of racial equity and awareness, satisfaction, and needs assessments
- Assisted with virtual program evaluations and site visits for contracted providers to assess and address issues
- Formed a task force to track collected IDD data and presented findings to other bureaus using MS Office.
Research Intern
CUNY EMERGING SCHOLARS
2018.09 - 2018.12
- Worked with Tobii-T60 Eye Tracker to analyze foveal fixations
- Researched and reviewed literature regarding mental health and behavior.
- Gathered, arranged, corrected, and analyzed research data of 55 participants using and STATA SPSS to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations
- Prepared project-related reports, presentations and manuscripts using Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat
- Verified accuracy and validity of data entered in databases to correct errors.
Librarian Assistant/Receptionist
BROOKLYN COLLEGE LIBRARY
2015.06 - 2017.08
- Operated circuit boards,office machinery, computers, laptops systems and programming
- Assisted with company and sponsor events
- Maintained records of items received, stored, issued, returned, and filed catalog cards for over200 books.
- Created fliers to inform visitors and patrons of book clubs, meetings and special programs.
- Educated patrons on use of reference sources, audio-visual(AV) equipment, card catalogs and automated information systems.
Intern
WAYSIDEOUTREACH DEVELOPMENT, INC SENIOR CENTER
2016.09 - 2016.12
- Lead daily group and individual-based activities such as games and social outings which increased participant attendance
- Filed reports of client’s participation and office spending
- Scheduled about 15 appointments and transportation per week for clients
- Assisted with planning and implementation of special events.
- Helped develop community awareness and outreach programs targeting specific demographics or health issues.
- Promoted wellness through weekly educational discussions on medications and healthy lifestyles
- Engaged members in available resources through friendly and knowledgeable support.
Education
Google Project Management Certificate -
Coursera
2022.06 - 2022.11
Master of Public Administration -
Baruch College of The City University of New York
New York, NY 2020.01 - 2022.06
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
New York City College of Technology of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY 2017.01 - 2019.01
Associate of Science - Community Health
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY 2014.01 - 2017.06
Skills
Public Health Education Community Outreach (Fieldwork & Social Media)
Timeline
Google Project Management Certificate -
Coursera
2022.06 - 2022.11
Pipeline Fellow
Women Of Color Advancing Peace And Security (WCAPS
2022.01 - 2022.05
BDD Program Development Intern
NYC Department Of Health And Mental Hygiene
2020.06 - 2022.05
Master of Public Administration -
Baruch College of The City University of New York
2020.01 - 2022.06
Research Intern
CUNY EMERGING SCHOLARS
2018.09 - 2018.12
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
New York City College of Technology of The City University of New York
2017.01 - 2019.01
Intern
WAYSIDEOUTREACH DEVELOPMENT, INC SENIOR CENTER
2016.09 - 2016.12
Librarian Assistant/Receptionist
BROOKLYN COLLEGE LIBRARY
2015.06 - 2017.08
Associate of Science - Community Health
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
2014.01 - 2017.06
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