Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Gwendolyn Wells

Paterson,NJ

Summary

Compassionate Community Outreach Coordinator with background in fostering strong community relationships and developing effective outreach programs. Strengths include exceptional communication skills, program development, and partner collaboration. Demonstrated ability to connect with diverse populations and drive positive change within communities. Previous work led to increased community engagement and participation in key programs. Also is very motivated and goal - orientated willing to learn and grow professionally.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community Outreach Coordinator

C-Line
Paterson, NJ
02.2024 - Current
  • Researched current trends in the field of community outreach in order to identify best practices.
  • Facililate Collaboration between 12 companies to ensure successful productivity.
  • Facilitated meetings among stakeholders to discuss relevant issues or topics of interest

Pivotal Leader Mentor Coach

SOHM-JFL Intership
Paterson , NJ
06.2014 - 09.2017
  • Identified training needs for staff members and developed appropriate programs.
  • Coached and mentored individuals on professional development goals.
  • Directed the recruitment process for new employees, including interviewing and selecting candidates.
  • Participated in potential new hire interviewing sessions to help identify qualified candidates.
  • Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.

Peer Recovery Intern

Passaic County Juvenille Detention Center
Haledon, NJ
10.1999 - 04.2008
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and meal preparation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Passaic County Technical & Vocational High School
Wayne, NJ
06-1982

Skills

  • Attentive Listener
  • Team Player
  • Attention to details
  • Resourceful - problem solver
  • Mentor

Accomplishments

Accomplishments

  • CCAR Recovery Coach Academy 2023
  • CCAR Ethical Considerations for Recovery 2023
  • Harm Reduction 2023
  • MHFA 2023
  • Opioid in N.J. Current Trends
  • Anger Management 2021
  • Domestic Violence 2021

Continuing Education P.C.C.C.

  • Time Management 2024
  • Goal Setting 2024
  • Diversity and Inclusion 2024
  • Mindfulness in the workplace 2024

Certification

State Board of New Jersey - State of Pennsylvania

Board Certified Cosmetologist

Timeline

Community Outreach Coordinator

C-Line
02.2024 - Current

Pivotal Leader Mentor Coach

SOHM-JFL Intership
06.2014 - 09.2017

Peer Recovery Intern

Passaic County Juvenille Detention Center
10.1999 - 04.2008

High School Diploma -

Passaic County Technical & Vocational High School
Gwendolyn Wells