To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Location Scout, Wardrobe/Proprietor & Set Design
Wanderlust Films
01.2023 - 08.2023
Pilot Episode filming on location in Bellingham and Everson; 10 days of filming; 12 cast members, +film extras, over 20 crew members; 7 months of preparation/planning, meetings; EXCEL, Google Doc.
Conducted site visits, photographing potential locations for director''s review and selection.
Supported the art department in dressing sets according to creative vision while respecting property owner guidelines and restrictions.
Newsletter Writer
Tabitha Reach Foundation
01.2017 - 01.2019
Wrote and edited non-profit newsletter and website; attend community meetings to educate the public about the non-profit.
Researched and wrote original content for case studies, emails and newsletters.
Grief Counselor/Personal Assistant Liaison
Deidre Popolizio, MFT
01.2017 - 01.2019
Provided additional counseling and assistance with coping with daily activities for individuals coping with loss; Assisted individuals with paperwork and acted as a liaison between client and professionals; Mediated and assisted clients with family situations related to their grief.
Missions Trip Volunteer Leader
Calvary Church And Children's Hope Chest
07.2015 - 07.2016
(Six month preparation leading up to each trip) Women’s empowerment event speaker – attended by over 200 women; created a short documentary on program; Assisted the Director at Hitata Genet School and staff to implement VBS and soccer program for 232 students; Fundraised and participated in various church programs to educate the church about the GO teams efforts to return to Ethiopia.
Collaborated with fellow volunteers on diverse projects that collectively addressed various aspects of community needs.
Marketing Lead
The Kings Academy
01.2015 - 01.2016
Helped obtain (cure) donations from businesses for The Knights Legacy fundraisers that raised over 100k; obtained sponsors for the Kings Legacy Fundraiser, 2015 – sponsorship over 1k each.
Art Chairperson
Via Services
09.2012 - 01.2013
Implemented the vision and scope of decorating ballrooms for the main fundraiser for non-profit that raised over 200k; utilized a high degree of creativity with a limited budget; worked with local vendors to implement a dynamic experience for 300
Fundraising Event Coordinator
Angier Elementary School
09.2011 - 01.2012
Planned and implemented a fundraiser that raised over 100k for the school; obtained donations for the annual school gala from local businesses.
Increased donor engagement by developing and implementing targeted fundraising campaigns.
Parent Volunteer
Valley Christian Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2010
Chairperson-Art Director for Family Event: Supervised volunteer staff of 12 and created an event to benefit 90 families with a limited budget; Assisted teachers with field trips, in school class events, math centers, reading tutor and in-class projects; Organized the school library and assisted students in the library.
Clinical Social Worker
Assisted Living Center
01.1998 - 01.2000
Provided assistance to new residents and their families; Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions for residents; Led memory groups for dementia care unit; worked on multi-disciplinary team.
Enhanced patient outcomes by coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, nurses, and therapists.
Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments, developing tailored treatment plans, and providing ongoing support.
Clinical Social Worker
Clear Lake Community Mental Health Center
01.1996 - 01.1998
Facilitated psychotherapy groups for geriatric patients; Provided appropriate referrals to community resources; maintained chart documentation and updated treatment plans.
Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments, developing tailored treatment plans, and providing ongoing support.
Social Work Consultant
Home Health Care Agency
01.1996 - 03.1997
Worked autonomously providing social work assessments and follow up visits to patients for various home health agencies; Maintained documentation and treatment plans; Provided referrals to resources.
Developed comprehensive care plans for clients, resulting in enhanced quality of life and wellbeing.
Program Director
Bridgeport Communities In Schools (BCIS)
Coordinated programming for at-risk youth for 6 schools; Supervised and trained 10 staff members and 4 graduate student interns; Recruited and trained 50 community volunteers; Conducted periodic reviews and annual audits of client records to ensure compliance with state requirements.
Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing innovative solutions.
Clinical Social Worker
Horizon Mental Health RESTORE Program (Geri-Psych)
01.1994 - 01.1995
Provided clinical diagnosis, psychosocial assessments and discharge planning in support of 24 bed Geri-psych unit; conducted daily individual and group psychotherapy sessions and weekly family support groups; Leader/member of multi-disciplinary treatment team; Maintained chart documentation and updated treatment plans; Created and coordinated monthly educational forum; public speaking; Networking, referral and development activities; Chaired the Managed Care Conference, Spring 1995 with over 300 attendees.
clinical social worker – internship
DePelchin children’s center
01.1992 - 01.1993
Provided therapy to children, adults and families in a highly supervised training environment; caseload documentation/charting; Member of multi-disciplinary team.
Community Educator/Child Advocate
Child Abuse Prevention Network
01.1991 - 01.1992
Assisted in the development of an educational guide detailing risks and what to look for in children to assess likelihood of abuse; represented CAPN at community meetings with community leaders, educators and law enforcement.
Program Coordinator Intern
Texas Department Of Human Services
Helped a community program working with teen mothers at Wheatley High School, sponsored by TDHS and involving the local community college to encourage reading to young children and improve parenting skills of young mothers; taught life skills and parenting skills to teen mothers; provided individual and group counseling sessions and implemented an enrichment program for the young children of the teens Including a field trip to the Children’s Museum.
Developed and maintained project timelines for successful completion of program objectives.
Education
Masters in Social Work -
University of Houston
Houston, TX
1993
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice With An Emphasis in Social Work
Sam Houston State Unviversity
Huntsville, TX
1990
Skills
Public Speaking
Professional and Mature
Community Outreach
Volunteer Management
Task Prioritization
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Event Coordination
Logistical Planning
Timeline
Location Scout, Wardrobe/Proprietor & Set Design
Wanderlust Films
01.2023 - 08.2023
Newsletter Writer
Tabitha Reach Foundation
01.2017 - 01.2019
Grief Counselor/Personal Assistant Liaison
Deidre Popolizio, MFT
01.2017 - 01.2019
Missions Trip Volunteer Leader
Calvary Church And Children's Hope Chest
07.2015 - 07.2016
Marketing Lead
The Kings Academy
01.2015 - 01.2016
Art Chairperson
Via Services
09.2012 - 01.2013
Fundraising Event Coordinator
Angier Elementary School
09.2011 - 01.2012
Parent Volunteer
Valley Christian Elementary School
01.2002 - 01.2010
Clinical Social Worker
Assisted Living Center
01.1998 - 01.2000
Clinical Social Worker
Clear Lake Community Mental Health Center
01.1996 - 01.1998
Social Work Consultant
Home Health Care Agency
01.1996 - 03.1997
Clinical Social Worker
Horizon Mental Health RESTORE Program (Geri-Psych)
01.1994 - 01.1995
clinical social worker – internship
DePelchin children’s center
01.1992 - 01.1993
Community Educator/Child Advocate
Child Abuse Prevention Network
01.1991 - 01.1992
Program Director
Bridgeport Communities In Schools (BCIS)
Program Coordinator Intern
Texas Department Of Human Services
Masters in Social Work -
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice With An Emphasis in Social Work