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IVAN J. PRATER

Houston,TX

Summary

"I thrive on challenge, am passionate about ideas, love solving problems, and truly enjoy connecting with people!" Enthusiastic, transformational leader, successful at developing programs and mobilizing communities through high-impact engagement and effective outcome evaluations. Key strengths are strong relationship building, analytical, and problem-solving skills; a proven talent of working well with diverse groups and individuals".

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training Coordinator

My Brother's Keeper
10.2022 - Current
  • Currently serving as MBK Houston community manager, responsible for developing and implementing Milestone Action Team tasks outlined in the MBK Local Action Plan.
  • Coordinated the HHD process for the jurisdictional EtE plan, resulting in a Performance Pay zone Increase. Assumed additional duties supporting the HIV Prevention Program.
  • Completed diverse special projects, including the EtE Plan, internal and external training, and emergency response training for Monkeypox.
  • Established and maintain communication with local, state, federal, and private partners for EtE planning, including community engagement sessions and training.
  • Coordinated proposal document preparation, assembly, and delivery, ensuring compliance with funding source requirements such as CDC annual reports.
  • Analyzed programmatic public health data, including community needs assessments and EtE engagement sessions, to make recommendations for EtE plan processes.
  • Presented findings, compiled reports, and developed special documents or publications, such as Monkeypox health promotion materials and CPG guidance for EtE planning.
  • Managed and refined the EHE Jurisdictional Action Plan to ensure timely project completion and associated reporting.
  • Led backbone organization and various management support functions for EHE Operations, including implementation, monitoring, and personnel administration
  • Developed technological solutions and systems for program improvement, including online training and engagement strategies.
  • Participated in evaluating and designing workflow, processes, and operational systems, providing recommendations for performance enhancement.

Senior Trainer

Bureau Of HIV/STD, Viral Hepatitis Prevention
03.2021 - Current
  • Prepared, conducted, and facilitated infectious disease general and specialized training sessions for educational development for Houston Health Department (HHD) employees, HHD-funded Community Based Organizations, and community members.
  • Consulted with internal and external capacity-building and technical assistance providers to facilitate HHD training and capacity building.
  • Worked collaboratively with Bureau leadership in facilitation of prevention task forces, community advisory groups, and other community engagement efforts.
  • Monitored training reports within learning management system for respective roles to promote initial and annual training completion.
  • Coordinated and prioritized required training courses for internal staff and external partners.
  • Shared responsibility to plan, organize, and facilitate daily administration of Health Prevention Program that includes HIV/STI prevention program activities such as community engagement, risk reduction counseling and testing, linkage and re-engagement in preventative care and treatment, capacity building and technical assistance
  • Served as Government Co-Chair of Houston Community Planning Group (CPG) and primary point of contact for each partner organization or stakeholder involved in collectively working towards shared practices, research, outcomes, advocacy, and training.
  • Provided administrative oversight and programmatic support to ensure CPG program performance goals are measurable, meaningful, and effective
  • Routinely evaluated and monitored CPG programmatic, administrative, quality, and reports to determine areas for improvement
  • Prepared and submitted required CPG reports and other documents required by Bureau funders for timely submission

Public Health Investigator

Bureau Of HIV/STD, Viral Hepatitis Prevention
08.2015 - Current
  • Prepared, conducted and facilitated HIV/STD related and specialized training sessions for education development for Houston Health Department (HHD) employees, HHD funded Community Based Organizations and community members.
  • Facilitated distribution of PrEP and nPEP awareness and educational materials throughout community and educated and referred clients for PrEP whenever possible.

Program Manager

Bee Busy Learning Academy
01.2013 - 04.2015
  • Managed 25+ staff members across multiple funded programs, providing technical assistance and training as an expert in HIV prevention, while overseeing program direction, staff evaluations, policy development, and reporting to executive leadership.

Health Educator

Bee Busy Learning Academy
09.2011 - 12.2012
  • Provided public health education to diverse groups, developed training materials, and conducted formal classroom sessions reaching over 1,500 individuals annually on HIV/STD prevention.

Human Resources Specialist (42A)

U.S. Army Dept. Of Defense
06.2007 - 06.2011
  • Conducted new hire training, provided administrative support to the Company Commander, and disseminated information on job duties and corporate policies within the Army.
  • Served as a trusted advisor to both management and employees on matters related to human resources policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application across the organization.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Springfield College
Springfield, MA
08.2021

Skills

  • Adult learning and training
  • Conflict resolution
  • Program evaluations
  • Procedure/Process development
  • Strategic thinking/planning
  • Team Building
  • Quality Assurance
  • Project Management
  • Training program development
  • Program Leadership
  • Partnership Development
  • Performance Monitoring
  • Program Development and Management

Certification

  • Certified Trainer - Social Determinants & Health Equity, South Central AETC - January 2023
  • Certified Trainer - Trauma Informed Care, UT Health San Antonio, Department of Psychiatry and The Texas Health and Human Services Commission Disaster Behavioral Health Service - June 2022
  • Certified Instructor, Mental Health Firs Aid - National Council for Behavioral Health, October 2021
  • Virtual Instructional Design Training - Association for Talent Development, October 2021

Timeline

Training Coordinator

My Brother's Keeper
10.2022 - Current

Senior Trainer

Bureau Of HIV/STD, Viral Hepatitis Prevention
03.2021 - Current

Public Health Investigator

Bureau Of HIV/STD, Viral Hepatitis Prevention
08.2015 - Current

Program Manager

Bee Busy Learning Academy
01.2013 - 04.2015

Health Educator

Bee Busy Learning Academy
09.2011 - 12.2012

Human Resources Specialist (42A)

U.S. Army Dept. Of Defense
06.2007 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Human Services

Springfield College

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