Kayode Oriola
Santa Barbara,CA
Summary
As a Public Administrator, developed, established, and implemented government, non-profit initiatives and operations that impact communities at varying levels having work in social services sectors in education, mentoring, population census, housing and homelessness and community services.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Housing Program Specialist
County of Santa Barbara
05.2023 - Current
- Research, gather and analyzed census, demographic and housing data to assist in identifying housing markets needs and the needs of County residents
- Monitor housing contracts between the State, sub-recipients, and developers to ensure compliance with contract terms
- Executed and initiated new housing programs, policies, and procedures for the County of Santa Barbara
- Administer financial packages to determine income certification of prospective applicants for purchase of units within the County of Santa Barbara Affordable Housing Program (AHP)
- Answer questions and provide program or project information to potential applicants seeking affordable housing, current owners, developers, concerned residents, media, financial institutions, representatives of community agencies, State Housing Department and the Department of Housing and Urban Development
- Relevant Projects: HUD master’s List Template & Benchmark, Homeless Count 2022 LAHSA
Outreach & Engagement Worker
Los Angeles Homeless Services
11.2020 - 05.2023
- Actively participated in homeless service response and request for the County and City of Los Angeles
- Identify, Investigate Homeless cases based on request for services
- Maintain data compliance in the Homeless Information Management System (HMIS).
- Collected, arranged, and input information for unhoused and housed populations in South Central Los Angeles.
- Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline for referrals of unhoused individuals, families and Youths in South Central Los Angeles.
- Assisted 15 individuals in getting housed permanently through the Emergency Housing Voucher program.
Teaching Assistant
California State University Northridge
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work of 10 high school students.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Evaluated student performance through regular assessments, tracking progress and adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
- Helped with grading assignments and tests, providing constructive feedback to students based on results.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions for struggling students in government and english classes leading to increased understanding and improved grades.
- Completed daily reports on attendance and disciplinary performance of 10 students.
Intern (Restraining Order) Dept
Neighborhood Legal Service
01.2019 - 12.2020
- Drafted and ordered restraining order for 30 applicants. This include assisting community members to become aware of legal issues in San Fernando Valley.
- Sorted and organized Social security and restraining order files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to court system, public policy, civil rights projects to gain knowledge.
- Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues in achieving success in restraining order rate.
Case Manager
LA Family Housing
07.2018 - 11.2020
- Conducted field-based outreach, crisis intervention to homeless individuals living in encampment and outdoor locations in Los Angeles County
- Provided homeless individuals with linkage to supportive permanent housing, emergency shelter and transitional placement, access to substance abuse treatment, mental health, medical services, and other referrals.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions toward their housing.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams from the County, Cities, mental and behavioral heath to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
Education
Ph.D. - Public Administration
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
West Chester, PA12-2027
Master of Public Administration -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, Arizona01.2024
Bachelor of Arts, Criminology and Justice Studies -
California State University
Northridge, CA05.2020
Skills
- Program Management
- Property Inspection
- Budget Administration
- Housing Counseling
- Teaching and Mentoring
- Community Service
Awards
- Dean’s List, California State University Northridge (Fall 2018- Spring 2020)
- Future Minority Scholarship, California State University (Fall 2019)
- Crankstart Transfer Scholarship, California State University (Fall 2018)
Timeline
Housing Program Specialist
County of Santa Barbara
05.2023 - Current
Outreach & Engagement Worker
Los Angeles Homeless Services
11.2020 - 05.2023
Teaching Assistant
California State University Northridge
09.2019 - 05.2021
Intern (Restraining Order) Dept
Neighborhood Legal Service
01.2019 - 12.2020
Case Manager
LA Family Housing
07.2018 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Arts, Criminology and Justice Studies -
California State University
Ph.D. - Public Administration
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
Master of Public Administration -
Grand Canyon University
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