Joy Schwartz
Pratt,KS
Summary
Experienced community coordinator with expertise in substance abuse prevention and strategic planning. Proven track record in developing training programs and individualized support plans, enhancing coalition effectiveness across multiple counties.
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in training and community support. Skilled in implementing effective communication strategies and facilitating coalition meetings, contributing to the successful execution of programs that address substance abuse and enhance community well-being.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Co-Director
Drug Endangered Children Alliance of Pratt
03.2019 - Current
- Started the Pratt Drug Endangered Children Alliance of Pratt along with three other community members.
- Attended the National DEC Allaince Academy.
- Became a trainer for Drug Endangered Children Allainces for the state of KS and have given several trainings.
- Co-facilitate monthly Alliance meetings.
- Help plan the Pratt Yearly DEC Kids Fair.
- Do quarterly reports of our grant.
Community Support Worker
DCCCA
Pratt, KS
05.2017 - 01.2025
- Coordinated community resources to enhance coalitions access to essential services.
- Developed individualized support plans to address coalitions unique needs and goals.
- Implemented training programs to improve team performance and service delivery standards.
- Assist coalitions with program assessment, capacity development, planning, implementation, evaluation using the Strategic Prevention Framework.
- Monitored community coalition training and technical assistance plans and logic models, provided subject matter expertise to support 19 county coalitions to achieve goals and objectives.
- Facilitated coalition training in the SPF process, QPR Suicide Prevention, Naloxone training, Problem Gambling and Gaming Addiction Prevention, and different types of Alcohol and Drug Prevention programs
- Tobacco Addiction Treatment Specialist
- Documented time and tasks as requested by funding sources.
- Started the Pratt County Drug Endangered Children Alliance and continue to work with them.
Fundraiser and Grief Support
Southwind Hospice
Pratt, KS
09.2010 - 03.2015
- Developed and executed fundraising campaigns to increase donor engagement and revenue.
- Cultivated relationships with major donors, enhancing long-term support for hospice initiatives.
- Managed volunteer recruitment and training to strengthen fundraising efforts and event execution.
- Provided Grief Support services to family and friends of patient.
Director of Housing
Pratt Community College
Pratt, KS
07.2001 - 05.2010
- Developed training programs for staff on effective residence relations and conflict resolution strategies.
- Assigned roommates to students living on campus.
- Oversaw five residence halls.
- Managed and Trained Housing staff.
- Worked with different PCC programs to ensure safety and provide a welcoming housing experience for students.
Family Support Worker/Child Support Enforcement
Dept of Social Services
09.1985 - 06.2001
- Provided guidance to families navigating social services resources and support systems.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for clients in need of parenting assistance.
- Facilitated communication between families and service providers to ensure coordinated care.
- Provided Courts with written reports and testified in court hearings
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Garden City Community College
Garden City, KS12-2000
High School Diploma -
Colby High School
Colby, KS05-1974
Skills
- Substance Abuse Prevention Skills Trainer
- Tobacco Treatment Specialists
- Drug Endangered Children Alliance Trainer
- Fundraising
Timeline
Co-Director
Drug Endangered Children Alliance of Pratt
03.2019 - Current
Community Support Worker
DCCCA
05.2017 - 01.2025
Fundraiser and Grief Support
Southwind Hospice
09.2010 - 03.2015
Director of Housing
Pratt Community College
07.2001 - 05.2010
Family Support Worker/Child Support Enforcement
Dept of Social Services
09.1985 - 06.2001
Associate of Science - General Studies
Garden City Community College
High School Diploma -
Colby High School