GLORIA DAVY
Public Health Professional
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Ambitious, collaborative and hardworking Health Educator offering 22 year history of organizational skills, programs assessment, research, evaluation, implementation, educating community members on disease prevention and health management. Leverages public speaking events, workshops and training seminars to increase awareness and network with industry leaders to identify new resources.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
18
18
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Public Health Analyst and Advisor
Loyal Source Government Services, LLC For CDC
Newark, New Jersey
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed applications, demographics and participant information of health education programs.
- Led planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with agency mission and philosophy.
- Continually improved knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
- Assisted with development of improved seminars and training materials.
- Helped programs improve outreach efforts and results with fresh designs for educational materials and visual aids.
- Identified process improvements in day-to-day functioning of department.
- Prepared presentations on health and safety concerns for public.
- Developed programs for teaching students and public.
Social Sciences Faculty
Berkeley College /Division Of General Education
Newark, New Jersey
09.2012 - 08.2021
- Created clear, engaging lessons to draw interest and develop students' to program in Canvas and Blackboard 9.1.
- Composed course syllabus to clearly outline curriculum, expectations and deadlines at beginning of Psychology and Sociology courses.
- Attended faculty meetings and professional development opportunities to stay abreast of current teaching strategies and content knowledge related to Canvas, NearPod Classroom Teaching and Learning.
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning systems (Canvas and Blackboard 9.1)
- Compiled reading lists and other relevant assignments to bolster student understanding of class concepts.
- Developed accurate course description and select high-quality learning materials to maintain consistency across different course sections.
- Implemented instructional accommodations as required to maintain compliance with ADA requirements.
Adjunct Professor
Pillar College
Newark, New Jersey
10.2015 - 03.2020
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed and implemented Psychology and Sociology curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Aided in migration of technological options and course materials for Sociology and Psychology software to add better functionality for students and faculty members.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Adjunct Professor
Essex County College
Newark, NJ
09.2010 - 04.2014
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed and implement Psychology and Sociology curriculum for improved learning and student performance.
- Aided in migration of technological options and course materials for Psychology of Human Sexuality, Sociology of Marriage and Families, and Psychology of Group Dynamics software to add better functionality for students and faculty members.
- Engaged students with insightful and compelling classroom discussion of topics relevant to coursework to boost student learning and retention.
Senior Public Health Educator/Coordinator
Greenwich House Inc.,
New York, NY
02.2009 - 10.2011
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Discussed medical histories with patients in effort to provide most effective medical advice.
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 300 program participants, providing guidance and leadership to 7 employees across 4 departments.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Supervised team of 6 Community Health Case Workers.
- Successfully negotiated client contract with AIDS Institute renewals to create increased revenue.
Site Coordinator
Women In Need Inc
Bronx, NY
05.2007 - 11.2008
- Coordinated site investigations, documented issues and escalated to executive teams.
- Scheduled staff and volunteers to cover all necessary duties during planned events.
- Recruited volunteers to assist with fundraising and community outreach.
- Supervised crew of over 15 employees.
- Completed and closed approximately 20-30 program participants lease for permanent housing and handled field safety meeting each month
- Identified community resources and networked with local officials to coordinate.
- Coordinated event music, performers and guest speakers.
Public Health Researcher and Data Analyst
Self Employed
Irvington, NJ
12.2005 - 05.2007
- Evaluated quality of current services and recommended improvements.
- Examined resource utilization and looked at ways to streamline processes, reduce waste and otherwise save money with improved program operations.
- Researched issues such as Reducing health and wealth disparities in underserved communities of color,food safety, aging and health equity, climate change, reproductive and sexual health, school basedhealth care, social determinants of health, substance abuse, suicide and homicide prevention, vaccines safety, and substance misuse
- Maintained current understanding of public health issues and program options.
- Wrote papers and presented talks on areas of expertise.
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
Parenting and Health Instructor
Bronx Community College, POISED For Success Progra
The Bronx, NY
01.2001 - 05.2004
- Taught health education classes for community workers and members of public.
- Assisted with development of improved seminars and training materials.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
- Provided expertise for clinical support and services.
- Led planning and achievement of goals and objectives consistent with agency mission and philosophy.
- Identified process improvements in day-to-day functioning of department.
- Gave public talks on importance of health education and specific disease prevention and treatment strategies.
Program Coordinator
Hostos Community College
Bronx, NY
03.1999 - 12.2000
- Gathered and organized printed materials required for program participation.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Orchestrated smooth and efficient program development by collaborating cross-functionally across departments.
- Pitched and built new health education programming strategies and one-off feature shows to boost audience interests and diversify offerings.
- Entered data in AIRS patient care system and handled database maintenance.
- Led onboarding activities for 6 student employees to equip staff in daily responsibilities.
- Reserved classrooms and meeting rooms across campus for program activities and managed room list.
Medical Assistant
Hunter College, Health Services Department
New York, NY
02.1999 - 08.2000
- Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions and prepared for physician examinations.
- Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
- Ordered and prepared reagents and supplies.
- Prepared initial patient charts for admission.
- Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms and allergies.
- Taught patients about medications, procedures and care plan instructions.
- Promoted office efficiency, coordinating charts, completing insurance forms and helping patients with diverse needs.
Public Health Marshal
New York City Department Of Health And Mental Hygiene
New York, NY
09.1998 - 12.1998
- Met with members of public and local leaders at various community events and discussed ways to reduce illness, food contamination and obesity.
- Prevented illness by education public on healthy practices to stop disease.
- Processed contract agreements for evaluation consultants and other outside vendors.
- Created fact sheets, media advisories, brochures, health fair ads and newsletters.
- Provided extensive materials and answered questions from public during one on one health and group counseling on disease outbreak, and practicing safe sex practices while advising on protective measures.
- Delivered key information to callers regarding immunization compliance, Sexually transmitted infections, and other major health conditions and identified appropriate resources within community.
- Developed and streamlined systems for monitoring and tracking program effectiveness.
Public Health Intern
Caribbean Women's Health Association, Inc
Brooklyn, NY
06.1998 - 08.1998
- Helped develop community awareness and outreach programs targeting specific demographics or health issues.
- Typed and distributed meeting minutes.
- Engaged members of public in available resources through friendly and knowledgeable support.
- Gathered, organized and analyzed data on public health concerns.
- Provided extensive clerical support to manage correspondence, files and communications.
- Prepared outgoing correspondences and responded to telephone inquiries promptly.
- Supported clinical staff members by assisting with data entry, word processing, completing work orders and creating and maintaining files.
- Entered data and verified completeness and accuracy.
- Assisted with planning and implementation of special events.
Education
Ph.D. - Public Health Education, Promotion, And Programs
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN 03.2004 - 02.2013
Master's in Public Health - Public Health Education And Promotion
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY 01.2000 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Science - Community Health Education And Promotion
Hunter College of The City University of New York
New York, NY 09.1997 - 12.1999
Associate of Science - Community School Health Education
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
Bronx, NY 09.1994 - 06.1997
Associate of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
Bronx, NY 09.1994 - 06.1997
Skills
Interventions understanding
Timeline
Public Health Analyst and Advisor
Loyal Source Government Services, LLC For CDC
05.2021 - 03.2022
Adjunct Professor
Pillar College
10.2015 - 03.2020
Social Sciences Faculty
Berkeley College /Division Of General Education
09.2012 - 08.2021
Adjunct Professor
Essex County College
09.2010 - 04.2014
Senior Public Health Educator/Coordinator
Greenwich House Inc.,
02.2009 - 10.2011
Site Coordinator
Women In Need Inc
05.2007 - 11.2008
Public Health Researcher and Data Analyst
Self Employed
12.2005 - 05.2007
Ph.D. - Public Health Education, Promotion, And Programs
Walden University
03.2004 - 02.2013
Parenting and Health Instructor
Bronx Community College, POISED For Success Progra
01.2001 - 05.2004
Master's in Public Health - Public Health Education And Promotion
Hunter College of The City University of New York
01.2000 - 01.2001
Program Coordinator
Hostos Community College
03.1999 - 12.2000
Medical Assistant
Hunter College, Health Services Department
02.1999 - 08.2000
Public Health Marshal
New York City Department Of Health And Mental Hygiene
09.1998 - 12.1998
Public Health Intern
Caribbean Women's Health Association, Inc
06.1998 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Science - Community Health Education And Promotion
Hunter College of The City University of New York
09.1997 - 12.1999
Associate of Science - Community School Health Education
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
09.1994 - 06.1997
Associate of Arts - Counseling Psychology
Bronx Community College of The City University of New York
09.1994 - 06.1997
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