Joanne "Jo" C. Goode
Tiverton,RI
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff News Reporter
The Herald News
2012.07 - 2024.08
- Presented news by researching, developing and covering field news events.
- Collected data from various sources to determine facts and opinions and fashioned into cohesive story for online and print media.
- Developed exceptional storytelling skills that resonated with diverse audiences across various mediums including print and digital platforms.
- Streamlined reporting processes with effective time management skills, meeting tight deadlines consistently without compromising quality.
- Raised awareness about important issues by covering underreported stories affecting local communities.
Youth Services Coordinator
Family Resources Community Action
2007.04 - 2011.05
- Provided employment, training and educational services to over 1,000 at-risk youth ages 14 to 24 through funding from federal and state grants.
- Managed drop-in youth center that included one-on-one intake to satisfy federal income guidelines to match youth with programs.
- Increased awareness of youth services through marketing efforts, such as social media campaigns, newsletters, and community presentations.
- Collaborated with community organizations for resource sharing and partnership opportunities, resulting in improved services.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations governing the provision of services to minors or other vulnerable populations within the coordinator''s area of responsibility.
- Implemented data-driven strategies for measuring success in achieving desired outcomes for youth participants.
Staff News Reporter
The Call
2002.02 - 2007.03
- Presented news by researching, developing and covering field news events.
- Raised awareness about important issues by covering underreported stories affecting local communities.
- Developed exceptional storytelling skills that resonated with diverse audiences across various mediums including print and digital platforms.
- Created content to inform all facets of the local communities in the Woonsocket. RI area.
Staff News Reporter
The Frontiersman
1999.05 - 2001.10
- Presented news by researching, developing and covering field news events specifically in the areas of court and crime reporting.
- Developed breaking news.
- Crafted public interest feature stories that highlighted the diversity of the Alaska citizenry.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Journalism Political Science
The University of Rhode Island
Kingston, RIAssociate of Arts - Law And Paralegal Studies
San Diego City College
San Diego, CA06.1998
Skills
Partnership Development
Educational programming
Mental Health Support
Partnership Building
Teamwork and Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Excellent Communication
Organizational Skills
Written and verbal communication
Client Needs Assessments
Self Motivation
Timeline
Staff News Reporter
The Herald News
2012.07 - 2024.08
Youth Services Coordinator
Family Resources Community Action
2007.04 - 2011.05
Staff News Reporter
The Call
2002.02 - 2007.03
Staff News Reporter
The Frontiersman
1999.05 - 2001.10
Some College (No Degree) - Journalism Political Science
The University of Rhode Island
Associate of Arts - Law And Paralegal Studies
San Diego City College
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