Joanna Mitchell
Mayetta,Ks
Summary
Dynamic Youth Outreach and Prevention Specialist with the Boys & Girls Club of Prairie Band of Potawatomi Nation with strong expertise in developing and implementing preventive programs. Successfully reduced substance abuse rates through culturally sensitive programs and workshops, fostering community engagement and promoting positive decision-making among youth. Proven ability to collaborate and enhance resource availability.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Outreach and Prevention Specialist
Boys & Girls Club of Prairie Band of Potawatomi Nation
03.2014 - Current
- Developed and implemented prevention programs tailored to youth engagement and community needs.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance resource availability for at-risk populations.
- Conducted workshops addressing substance abuse awareness and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Assessed program effectiveness through participant feedback and outcome measurements.
- Established partnerships with schools to promote preventive education initiatives among students.
- Enhanced community awareness of drug-related issues through engaging presentations and workshops.
- Established strong relationships with schools and community groups, expanding the reach of prevention efforts.
- Organized community events promoting healthy lifestyles, leading to increased participation in prevention programs.
- Reduced substance abuse rates by implementing effective prevention strategies and educational programs.
- Designed culturally sensitive outreach materials that effectively engaged diverse populations within the community.
- Promoted positive decision-making skills among youth through interactive workshops addressing peer pressure scenarios.
Vocational Rehabilitation Program Assistant/Independent Living Specialist
Prairie Band of Potawatomi Nation
03.2005 - 03.2014
- Led initiatives for process improvements, increasing overall efficiency within the department.
- Established rapport with clients through exceptional customer service practices, fostering ongoing relationships built on trust and respect.
- Provided administrative support to department leadership, streamlining daily operations through efficient task prioritization and delegation skills.
- Supported planning and coordination of Independent Living program and associated activities.
- Managed both digital and physical filing systems and retrieved documents as required.
- Assisted in development of strategic plans, aligning program goals with organizational objectives.
- Increased program funding by preparing detailed grant applications and effectively showcasing program impacts.
- Collaborated with external partners to expand program reach and impact.
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Followed detailed directions from management to complete daily paperwork and computer data entry.
- Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
- Developed individualized plans to enhance clients' independent living skills.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance to clients, ensuring achievement of personal goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate services for clients' needs.
- Assisted clients in budgeting and financial planning to promote long-term stability and success.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to ensure accessibility to appointments, meetings, and events.
- Implemented life skills training programs that prepared individuals for successful independent living transitions.
- Educated clients on available resources, benefits, and services within their communities.
- Enhanced client independence by developing personalized plans and setting achievable goals.
- Secured funding opportunities from local agencies or private donors which allowed for expanded program offerings or additional resources.
- Transported clients for medical and personal outings.
Education
No Degree -
Washburn University of Topeka
Topeka, KSNo Degree -
Highland Community College
Highland KS Licensed Cosmetologist -
American Academy of Hair Design
Topeka, KS 01-1991
High School Diploma -
Royal Valley High School
Hoyt, KS05-1987
Skills
- Youth engagement
- Mental health awareness
- Suicide prevention
- Substance abuse prevention
- Outreach planning
- Outreach activities
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Cultural Competency
Certification
- QPR Suicide and Prevention Training of trainers
- GONA Gathering of Native American Training of trainers
- Power of Parents Facilitators training
- Addiction A to Z certificate training
- Advanced Prevention Ethics Kansas Coalition of Prevention Programs and Services Kansas Prevention Board
- BGC Youth Development trainings
Timeline
Youth Outreach and Prevention Specialist
Boys & Girls Club of Prairie Band of Potawatomi Nation
03.2014 - Current
Vocational Rehabilitation Program Assistant/Independent Living Specialist
Prairie Band of Potawatomi Nation
03.2005 - 03.2014
No Degree -
Washburn University of Topeka
No Degree -
Highland Community College
Licensed Cosmetologist -
American Academy of Hair Design
High School Diploma -
Royal Valley High School