JASIMONE Ward
Chicago,IL
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure Senior Director Of Community Advocacy and Government Affairs Position. Many years in Policy and Advocacy work, Senior Management experience, accompanied by a stint in running for State Government. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
State Representative
Government
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Met with constituents to discuss important issues and determine which legislation to support.
- Advocated for Disenfranchised, People of Color, and At risk youth.
- Networked among donors and fundraised to generate money for campaign.
- Advocated on behalf of LGBTQIA+ disenfranchised people of color.
- Developed policy positions and wrote public statements, social media content outlining stances for all my campaign literature and bio's.
- Canvassed underrepresented areas listening to the needs of the constituents and facilitating programming in response.
Case Manager
TASC
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
- Conducted random urinalysis monthly on clients to stay compliant with treatment plans.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Monitored clients' progress and tracked client services to provide crisis interventions.
- Attended court proceedings on behalf of clients in DCFS cases.
- Advocated and represented clients and agency at staffing, court hearings, probation, parole and other provider networks.
Life Skills Educator
Lawrence Hall Youth Services
05.2018 - 07.2022
- Helped to integrate youth in care in local communities by teaching important social and work-related skills.
- Created programming for youth that taught job training, financial literacy, and vocational training.
- Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
- Taught groups on importance of social relevant topics, racism, police brutality, health care disparities, poverty, and how they affect the world around them.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
Paramedic ( Shift Supervisor) (Training Officer)
Meda-Care/ Bell Ambulance
06.2006 - 05.2018
- Executed well-informed critical decision making in high-pressure situations.
- Trained incoming staff about polices, procedures, and protocols.
- Conducted community workshops to promote different programs and educate public on available services.
- Created and implemented community-based programs to improve education or fill specific needs.
- Supervised and managed teams which consisted of up to fifty individuals a shift to maintain efficiency and competency to serve the general population at large.
- Leveraged defibrillator, oxygen, suction devices, CPR and other procedures and medications to provide advanced medical care.
- Developed long-lasting partnerships with local leaders, management team and peers with active engagement, exemplary communication and consistent issue resolution.
Community Organizer (Supervisor)
Wisconsin Jobs Now
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Wrote and distributed informational papers, gave out representative contact information and educated community members about issues such as disenfranchisement, the "Fight for Fifteen" Racial Inequality and Poverty in underrepresented communities.
- Implemented ongoing staff training programs and educational sessions based on a collaborative crisis intervention model.
- Wrote e-mails, promoted events via social media and drafted phone scripts to recruit volunteers.
- Interviewed members of specific populations to understand and document issues.
- Oversaw training and mentoring of up to twenty new team members each quarter.
- Canvassed areas to increase support and raise funds.
- Spoke at public events, evangelizing for organizational goals and interests.
- Transcribed data and organized spreadsheets to record pledges, phone calls and canvassing.
- Lobbied and advocated for "Fight for Fifteen"
Youth Specialist
Running Rebels Community Organization
01.2017 - 06.2017
- Managed students who school administrators and designated staff identified as exhibiting conduct that is consistently disruptive or inappropriate.
- Conducted circles and groups to help build relationships between students and their peers.
- Created and implemented after-school student writing workshops for college applications essays writing, and other projects.
- Attended training programs, modules, workshops and seminars to keep up-to-date on project objectives and new policies or procedures.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support about issues involving, and of concern to youth: issues such as police brutality, racial inequalities, substance abuse, and poverty.
- Maintained collaborative relationships with community groups and community leaders by supporting local initiatives and events.
Youth Counselor
Milwaukee LGBTQ
01.2000 - 02.2006
- Hosted community outreach programs that targeted transgender individuals of color.
- Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
- Fought to repeal 1993 Don't ask, Don't tell legislation and marriage inequality.
- Facilitated discussions on issues relevant to the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Lobbied for equality for LGBTQIA+ individuals and LGBQIA+ of colors.
- Spoke with government agencies and representatives about the plight of LGBTQIA+ disenfranchised youth of color.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Pre-Medicine
University Of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN2023
Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Pre-Medicine
University Of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI2013
Skills
- Government
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Policy & Advocacy Work
Timeline
State Representative
Government
11.2021 - 11.2023
Case Manager
TASC
07.2021 - 06.2023
Life Skills Educator
Lawrence Hall Youth Services
05.2018 - 07.2022
Youth Specialist
Running Rebels Community Organization
01.2017 - 06.2017
Community Organizer (Supervisor)
Wisconsin Jobs Now
01.2016 - 01.2017
Paramedic ( Shift Supervisor) (Training Officer)
Meda-Care/ Bell Ambulance
06.2006 - 05.2018
Youth Counselor
Milwaukee LGBTQ
01.2000 - 02.2006
Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Pre-Medicine
University Of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science - Political Science & Pre-Medicine
University Of Wisconsin - Milwaukee