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Justin Watson

Bear,DE

Summary

An enthusiastic communications specialist with experience in organizing community engagement efforts. Exceptional storyteller and interviewer with extensive experience in delivering captivating visual, and written pieces. Top-notch planner, organizer, and problem-solver skilled at remaining calm in stressful environments. Highly motivated with the desire to take on new challenges. I take pride in my work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Also adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Community Engagement Coordinator

Group Violence Intervention
Wilmington, DE
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with community-based organizations and key stakeholders to address community initiatives.
  • Trained members to develop skills, analysis and commitment toward mission.
  • Implemented community outreach and engagement plans to reach vulnerable communities.

Data Analyst

Group Violence Intervention
Wilmington, DE
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Conducted audits on internal controls and developed reports on findings.
  • Created and maintained required databases, spreadsheets and tracking mechanisms.
  • Streamlined reporting processes by evaluating data sources, compiling data and redesigning output.

Information & Referral Specialist

Delaware 211
Wilmington , DE
08.2020 - 12.2021
  • Ask probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems.
  • Maintained knowledge of community services and resources and referred clients to appropriate organizations.
  • Maintained strong call control and quickly worked through scripts to address problems.

Triage Specialist

Delaware Health & Social Services
Wilmington, Delaware
09.2019 - 08.2020
  • Led training to enhance employee knowledge, engagement, and performance.
  • Utilized active listening and communication skills to address customer inquiries.
  • Helped improve customer service, quality assurance and service speed by developing and implementing successful solutions.

Administrative Assistant

Delaware Health & Social Services - CPSU
Wilmington , DE
  • Developed processes to achieve organizational objectives and improve office efficiency.
  • Collected, calculated and reported on data to inform senior management.

Management Analyst

Delaware Health & Social Services - CPSU
Wilmington, Delaware
  • Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
  • Produced referrals for various community resources, housing and transportation services.
  • Managed load of multiple cases on a consistent basis.

Intern

Stat Kings
Union, NJ
06.2018 - 07.2018

Contracted with Nike for EYBL/ GEYBL.

Traveled to Indianapolis, Chicago, & North Augusta.

  • Collected, extracted and organized raw data.
  • Updated social media profiles to reflect proactive strategies and engage customers.
  • Wrote and uploaded quality posts for client's social media page, improving overall traffic.
  • Helped generate and compile new leads for potential growth.

Intern

New Rochelle Youth Bureau
New Rochelle, NY
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Analyzed and prioritized multiple responsibilities.
  • Worked alongside senior team members to learn related job tasks and roles.
  • Coordinated plans and specific event needs with internal personnel.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Kean University
Union, NJ
05.2019

Skills

  • Data management
  • Community Outreach
  • Customer Support and Assistance
  • Conflict Resolution

Timeline

Senior Community Engagement Coordinator

Group Violence Intervention
01.2023 - Current

Data Analyst

Group Violence Intervention
02.2022 - 01.2023

Information & Referral Specialist

Delaware 211
08.2020 - 12.2021

Triage Specialist

Delaware Health & Social Services
09.2019 - 08.2020

Intern

Stat Kings
06.2018 - 07.2018

Intern

New Rochelle Youth Bureau
06.2017 - 08.2017

Administrative Assistant

Delaware Health & Social Services - CPSU

Management Analyst

Delaware Health & Social Services - CPSU

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies

Kean University
Justin Watson