Seeking a position to educate the community on lowering their risk of non-communicable diseases to increase life longevity; by teaching the importance of nutrition and having healthy nutritional goals to manage their health.
Teach nutrition classes, Provide healthy cooking demonstrations, SWAP/HER guidelines in local pantries, Implement the Cooking Matters program, Coordinate at least 6 Cooking Matters courses per year, including: lesson planning, managed schedule and classroom, securing needed food and materials, recruiting and supporting volunteers and participants
Provided food safety instruction and proper kitchen food sanitation.
Partner with community-based food resource centers, food banks and agencies to host cooking demonstrations for participants
Recruit, train and retain culinary, nutrition and support volunteers who can assist in leading/co-leading Cooking Matters Courses and tours for participants.
Went into ethnic communities and communicated families on the importance of health equity, and self care. Providing healthy cooking demonstrations, having conversations to regarding cardiovascular, physical inactivity, and obesity.
Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Front Desk Agent/ Banquets and Events
DoubleTree Hotel
6110 S. Yale Tulsa, OK
09.2017 - 04.2020
Greeted all customers with a smile, Check-in arriving guests in an efficient manner, Check-out departing guests in an efficient manner, Checking for special requests, VIP's, etc., and assign rooms as necessary
Count cash drawer at beginning and end of each shift, Ensure that guests are served promptly and efficiently
Served guests in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
Intake Receptionist/ Mental Health Tech
Parkside Hospital and Clinic
1220 S. Trenton Tulsa, OK 74107
06.2011 - 05.2016
Educated patients in face-to-face consultation, Educated patients regarding insurance benefits and recommends alternative sources of payment and/or financial assistance when appropriate, Educated financial responsibilities for services received, payment options and collection procedures to patients and/or parties responsible for payment, Verified Commercial Insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid Benefits, Answered 10-line telephone with 30 plus extensions, Greet patients to establish needs and direct to appropriate staff and/or department
Education
High School Diploma -
Sapulpa High School
Sapulpa, OK
05.1997
Associate of Applied Science - Child Development
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK
05.2000
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology
Okmulgee
04.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Nutrition Sciences: Public Health Nutrition
<ul><li>Provide administrative and logistical support for two large-scale home visitation programs, collaborating with internal departments and 22 external partner sites.</li><li>Maintain and process data reports used for program funding, eligibility verification, and compliance with county requirements.</li><li>Track and manage client referrals using internal databases, developing tools to improve workflow, accuracy, and reporting.</li><li>Serve as a key liaison between program staff, subcontractors, and data/research teams, supporting improvements in systems and documentation.</li><li>Support onboarding of new staff, prepare materials, and assist in maintaining accurate records and eligibility tracking.</li><li>Respond to public inquiries on home visiting programs, offering culturally responsive information and referrals to community services.</li></ul> at LA Department of Public Health<ul><li>Provide administrative and logistical support for two large-scale home visitation programs, collaborating with internal departments and 22 external partner sites.</li><li>Maintain and process data reports used for program funding, eligibility verification, and compliance with county requirements.</li><li>Track and manage client referrals using internal databases, developing tools to improve workflow, accuracy, and reporting.</li><li>Serve as a key liaison between program staff, subcontractors, and data/research teams, supporting improvements in systems and documentation.</li><li>Support onboarding of new staff, prepare materials, and assist in maintaining accurate records and eligibility tracking.</li><li>Respond to public inquiries on home visiting programs, offering culturally responsive information and referrals to community services.</li></ul> at LA Department of Public Health
Culturally Responsive Practices Committee Member at International School of UgandaCulturally Responsive Practices Committee Member at International School of Uganda