Overview
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Education
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Certification
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GISELE HEARNE

GISELE HEARNE

Bronx,New York

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Peer Support Specialist/ Navigator

M.A.R.C. Organization
01.2024 - Current

Mental wellness Navigator

Responsible for community outreach and events.

Responsible for the day to day agenda. Support Supervisor to Peer workers and interns

  • Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.

Parent Advocate

Parent Supporting Parents
04.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, fostering trust and collaboration between families and schools.
  • Supported families in navigating school systems, leading to better understanding of available resources and opportunities.
  • Facilitated support groups for parents facing common challenges, creating a sense of community and shared problem-solving strategies.
  • Collaborated with other Parent Advocates to share best practices and develop strategies for addressing common challenges faced by families within the school system.

Chief of Staff

New York City Council
01.2022 - Current
  • Managed district office of a local city council elected including interns, caseworkers, staffers and volunteers
  • Represented the councilperson at events in addition to managing and approving communication with various third-party organizations, legislative priorities, and budget priorities
  • Determined key performance indicators, measured team performance, and coached staff members on working with constituents as well as assisted councilwoman as needed and directly working with constituents
  • Maintained high-level connections with government officials and community partners.

Director

H.A.R.L.E.M. Campaign
01.2018 - 11.2021
  • Managed and planned fundraising events, listening tours, and community meetings
  • Managed and scheduled a group of 70 volunteers to distribute fliers on a rotating schedule
  • Managed timesheets and contracts for paid employees
  • Networked with non-profit organizations to garner campaign support.

Expeditor & Resident Manager

Addicts Rehabilitation Center (ARC)
01.2016 - 12.2017
  • Managed bed checks twice a day
  • Responsible for searches and inspections
  • Facilitated getting the woman up for their day and to attend groups and programs as required
  • Secured the floor and taking disciplinary action when needed.

Lead Organizer

Harlem Grace Tabernacle
09.2010 - 12.2015
  • Created lesson plans and activities
  • Chaperoned events and group outings
  • Facilitated groups and community programming.

Intake Coordinator

Phase Piggyback Inc.
01.2008 - 12.2010
  • Responsible for new intakes for out-patient program
  • Facilitation of woman's support groups
  • Managed emergency assistance program
  • Providing resources and supporting the education advancement of clients including GED programs and training programs.

Assistant Case Manager

JCAP
01.2000 - 12.2008
  • Facilitated community meetings and support groups
  • Organized urine tests and client schedules
  • Responsible for LE (Learning Experience) assignments.

Education

G. E.D.

Skills

Google suite (Mail, Sheets, Docs, Meet, Calendar)

Certification

  • Mental Wellness and Social Services Certificate, Harlem United, 2019
  • Medical Assistant Certification, New York School of Medical and Dental, 1999

Timeline

Peer Support Specialist/ Navigator

M.A.R.C. Organization
01.2024 - Current

Parent Advocate

Parent Supporting Parents
04.2022 - Current

Chief of Staff

New York City Council
01.2022 - Current

Director

H.A.R.L.E.M. Campaign
01.2018 - 11.2021

Expeditor & Resident Manager

Addicts Rehabilitation Center (ARC)
01.2016 - 12.2017

Lead Organizer

Harlem Grace Tabernacle
09.2010 - 12.2015

Intake Coordinator

Phase Piggyback Inc.
01.2008 - 12.2010

Assistant Case Manager

JCAP
01.2000 - 12.2008

G. E.D.
GISELE HEARNE