Joshlynn Edwards
Health Equity Program Coordinator
Lithia Springs,GA
Summary
Dedicated Public Health professional with demonstrated strengths in facilitating health promotion and community outreach. Good at troubleshooting problems and relationship building. Excellent verbal and written communicator with a strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Equity Program Coordinator
Fulton County Board of Health
Atlanta, GA
05.2022 - Current
- Oversee a team of Health Equity Navigators
- Train and evaluate the performance of staff
- Support Navigators in implementing assigned activities and trainings
- Monitor work products to ensure program deliverables are met
- Identify community partners and establish collaboration opportunities
- Identify and participate in community events, meetings, and activities to support vaccine efforts
- Create a database of community partners for health equity efforts within the district and track community outreach and engagement efforts
- Submit quarterly reports on program and Navigator activities
Senior Public Health Educator
Alabama Department of Public Health
Montgomery, AL
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Oversaw a team of Health Educators for the department’s Immunization Division
- Developed and distributed health education materials and resources at outreach events
- Conducted presentations to educate the public on the importance of vaccines
- Identified partnerships with health organizations for purposes of promoting immunization efforts
- Encouraged vaccine uptake via media campaigns and social media platforms
Public Health Educator
Alabama Department of Public Health
Greenville, Alabama
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Conducted outreach activities to promote awareness of Family Planning services available at the county health department
- Partnered with community health organizations to communicate the importance of cervical screenings and the HPV vaccine and their availability at the county health department
- Facilitated entry to care and appointment attendance by assisting individuals with appointment scheduling
- Linked individuals to community resources that can aid around barriers to care
Customer Service Representative
Humana
, Alabama
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Professionally handled a high volume of incoming calls regarding billing issues and prescription refills
- Maintained a high level of professionalism with members and established a positive rapport with every caller
- Updated member information in the customer service database during and after each call
Public Health Educator
Alabama Department of Public Health
Montgomery, Alabama
05.2016 - 08.2020
- Coordinated grant operations of the Alabama Child Passenger Restraint Program
- Connected the public with CPS resources, including local technicians, inspection stations, and low-cost/no-cost car seats
- Coordinated grant operations of ADPH's Teen Driver Safety Program
- Partnered with social service organizations to support CPS/Teen Driver Safety activities
- Scheduled employees as need to execute programs
- Maintained several program-related budgets
- Maintained an efficient filing system for all financial records
- Submitted reports for all program activity in a timely manner
Healthcare Coordinator
Wellness Coalition
Montgomery, Alabama
05.2015 - 05.2016
- Assessed new clients to determine the best course of care
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary clinical teams to coordinate, evaluate and monitor treatment plans to ensure optimal care
- Connected patients with existing community resources to promote a healthy lifestyle
- Assisted patients with scheduling wellness visits, age-appropriate health screenings, and referrals to medical specialists
- Communicated regularly with clients and their families regarding treatment
- Documented case notes daily and coordinated follow-up visits to monitor
- Updated patient's record with any changes or progress in their health condition
Education
Master of Public Health -
Tuskegee University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tuskegee University
Skills
Written and verbal communication
undefinedTimeline
Health Equity Program Coordinator
Fulton County Board of Health
05.2022 - Current
Senior Public Health Educator
Alabama Department of Public Health
11.2021 - 04.2022
Public Health Educator
Alabama Department of Public Health
07.2021 - 10.2021
Customer Service Representative
Humana
09.2020 - 06.2021
Public Health Educator
Alabama Department of Public Health
05.2016 - 08.2020
Healthcare Coordinator
Wellness Coalition
05.2015 - 05.2016
Master of Public Health -
Tuskegee University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Tuskegee University
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