Jala Beasley-Williams
Sacramento,CA
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Health Leadership Fellow
Granada on Broadway HIV Testing & Resource Center
Los Angeles, CA
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted with check-in processes for South Los Angeles community members at the free HIV Testing and Community Resource Center, ensuring efficient and welcoming service.
- Supported food distribution efforts, providing essential resources to underserved populations, including individuals experiencing homelessness, recently released individuals, and low-income senior residents from the neighboring housing complex.
Substitute Teacher's Assistant
Scoot Education
Los Angeles, CA
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Implemented pre-made lesson plans and delivered instructional material to K-12 students across various regions, including Inglewood, Compton, and Redondo Beach.
- Provided targeted one-on-one instruction for students with special needs, contributing to their academic progress and inclusion.
- Adapted instructional methods and materials to meet individual student needs, enhancing overall classroom engagement and learning outcomes.
Caregiver
In-Home Supportive Service
Los Angeles, CA
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided personalized care and assistance to a patient with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), enhancing their quality of life through attentive and empathetic support.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules.
- Assisted with mobility transfers and activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting, promoting the patient's independence and comfort.
- Provided companionship for the client by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
Education
M.D. - Medical Student
UC Davis School of Medicine
Sacramento, CA06-2028
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA05-2021
Affiliations
CoachArt
January 2023 – Present
- Led acting, cooking, and ukulele lessons for children with chronic illnesses, providing creative and therapeutic activities to support their well-being.
Hospice Volunteer at Caring Like Family
Los Angeles, CA
March 2023 – July 2024
- Provided compassionate support and companionship to patients and their families, enhancing their comfort and emotional well-being during critical times.
- Participated in training sessions and workshops to develop skills in palliative care and empathetic communication.
USC Colleges Against Cancer
August 2018 – May 2021
Vice President (2020-21)
- Spread cancer awareness and organized USC's Relay for Life event in support of the American Cancer Society, contributing to community engagement and fundraising efforts.
Trojan Dance Marathon
August 2018 – March 2020
- Planned child health advocacy events and USC's Dance Marathon event, raising funds and awareness for the patients at Children's Hospital Los Angeles.
Accomplishments
UC Davis School of Medicine TEACH-MS Community Health Scholar
University of California, Davis
July 2024 – Present
- Selected for the TEACH-MS program, focusing on training and enrichment in community health to address healthcare disparities in underserved populations.
USC QuestBridge Scholar
University of Southern California
August 2017 – May 2021
- Recognized as a high-achieving student from a low-income background, demonstrating academic excellence and commitment to community service.
- Engaged in various leadership and service activities, contributing to campus initiatives supporting low-income youth in the Los Angeles area.
Timeline
Health Leadership Fellow
Granada on Broadway HIV Testing & Resource Center
02.2024 - 07.2024
Substitute Teacher's Assistant
Scoot Education
03.2023 - 02.2024
Caregiver
In-Home Supportive Service
03.2023 - 10.2023
M.D. - Medical Student
UC Davis School of Medicine
Bachelor of Science - Human Biology
University of Southern California