Kevin Powell
New York,NY
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong track record in community mobilization and advocacy seeking a position in an organization to make a valuable contribution. Highly organized and skilled in implementing impactful community programs that address social issues and establish local networks. Recognized for collaborative approach, adaptability in dynamic environments, and expertise in project management and stakeholder engagement.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Organizer
Harlem Children’s Zone Salem Community Pride
01.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Neighborhood revitalization program to develop local leadership skills
- Enhance the physical environment of the neighborhood
- Assist block residents, NYCHA tenants, and local community groups
- Develop network of community members to encourage and support residents’ participation in activities and events
- Identify and collaborate with grassroots leadership to build and develop strategies to advocate for Harlem residents
- Assist with creating and strengthening Block, Tenant and Resident Associations throughout the Zone
- Bridge and foster partnerships with the community, relevant organizations and elected officials that support community goals
- Build and maintain effective communication between Harlem Children’s Zone and the community
- Assist in development of strategic and tactical advocacy plans
- Develop and manage sub-committees with community members to ensure that individuals interested in a greater quality of life get the necessary assistance
- Conduct monthly telephone campaigns to assess how Community Pride can offer support
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Neighborhood revitalization program to develop local leadership skills
- Built strong bonds with local cultural organizations by respecting unique differences and specific societal norms.
- Collaborated with community organizations in other regions to support state-wide and national outreach initiatives.
- Participated in strategy development and planning to grow organizing program and advance campaigns.
- Wrote and distributed informational papers, gave out representative contact information and educated community members about specific issues.
- Generated reports to evaluate program success and make modifications.
- Spoke at public events, evangelizing for organizational goals and interests.
- Recruited and managed volunteer teams.
- Canvassed areas to increase support and raise funds.
- Transcribed data and organized spreadsheets to record pledges, phone calls, and canvassing.
- Created a welcoming environment at events that fostered diverse perspectives and inclusive conversations.
- Established long-lasting connections with diverse range members increasing sense community cohesion overall satisfaction within the area.
- Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
- Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes.
- Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.
- Kept case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
Office Manager
Harlem Children’s Zone Employment Technology Center
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Overseeing functions of attendance tracking, food service, collections of related forms, transportation through metro cards and buses, and school safety/ emergency planning
- Weekly programmable communications to parents and students regarding program schedule and events
- Coordinate and host Staff and parent monthly meetings
- Contact parents weekly to provide emergency relief fund assistance to families having difficulties or poverty stricken through the Pandemic
- Maintain office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level
- Verifying receipt of supplies /placing and expediting orders for supplies
- Handle all maintenance and IT request
- Overseeing technology use in program site including instructor technology needs, computer use, microphones, or projectors
- Providing general clerical duties as needed including answering phones, photocopying, faxing, mailing, and filing
- Ensure the cleanliness of the sight is maintained
- Daily management of maintenance and security
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
Program Assistant
Harlem Children’s Zone Employment and Technology Center
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Maintain open communication with Program Coordinator, Student Advocates regarding participants in the program
- Work directly with high school students in all their activities (i.e., arts, dance, sports)
- Create and implement activities, workshops and events for students based on their interests
- Facilitate workshops, trainings, and activities
- Safely transport students from their school to the program
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Supported planning and coordination of Afterschool programing and associated activities.
Fitness Specialists / Sports and Recreation instructor
Harlem Children’s Zone Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Facilitated physical Activities, Aerobics Classes, and Personal Trainer to Transport students to and from Armory Facilities and Tournament events
Program Assistant, Activity Specialist (Smart Choices Program)
Center for Community Alternatives
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Company Overview: New York, New York
- Facilitated Youth Development and Conflict resolution training sessions for court involved youth
- Facilitate Anger Management group for mandated court involved youth
- Case Manager to court involved youth
- Curfew call in, home and school visits
- Plan Trips and events for youth
- Basketball Clinic Coach
- New York, New York
Program Assistant /Acting Site supervisor Peacemaker Program
Harlem Children’s Zone Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Planning Activities with Childcare Staff
- Supervise, train, and evaluate staff of 18 AmeriCorps Interns
- Provide data in order to evaluate effectiveness of lessons and plans
- Responsible for submitting and tracking monthly and quarterly statistical Youthservices.net (T.A.S.C), Social Solution (E.T.O) Programs
- Responsible for hiring process of AmeriCorps members
- Implemented and create curriculums for seven-week summer enrichment program
- Assist with coordinating School Success AmeriCorps special events
Paraprofessional/ P.S195 Renaissance Military Academy
Department of Education
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Company Overview: New York, NY
- Assist teacher with Curriculum theme base and classroom Management
- Assist special needs students with daily living skills and reinforced lessons
- New York, NY
Education
High School Diploma -
Unity High School
555 Bromme Street01.1998
Skills
- Workshop organization
- Customer service
- Multitasking and organization
- Special needs adaptation
- Childcare experience
- Special education support
- Arts and crafts
- CPR and first aid
- Project oversight
Certification
- Mental Health First Aider, 11/09/22, Trained to provide initial Help
- First Aid, C.P.R, AED, responding to Emergencies
- Cornell University Family Development Credentialing, 10/15/10
- Wynn Teen Outreach Program Facilitator
- Harm Reduction Training Institute Certificate for Case Management, 01/27/09
Timeline
Community Organizer
Harlem Children’s Zone Salem Community Pride
01.2022 - Current
Office Manager
Harlem Children’s Zone Employment Technology Center
01.2017 - 01.2022
Program Assistant
Harlem Children’s Zone Employment and Technology Center
01.2015 - 01.2017
Fitness Specialists / Sports and Recreation instructor
Harlem Children’s Zone Inc.
01.2012 - 01.2015
Program Assistant, Activity Specialist (Smart Choices Program)
Center for Community Alternatives
01.2008 - 01.2011
Program Assistant /Acting Site supervisor Peacemaker Program
Harlem Children’s Zone Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2008
Paraprofessional/ P.S195 Renaissance Military Academy
Department of Education
01.1998 - 01.2001
High School Diploma -
Unity High School
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