KRISTEN SANDS
MOAB
Summary
Community engagement professional with solid background in building and maintaining community relationships. Recognized for driving engagement initiatives that enhance community involvement and strengthen partnerships. Known for team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs with skills in communication and project management.
Experienced with holistic healing techniques, including herbal remedies and lifestyle coaching. Utilizes integrative approaches to promote overall health and address specific client needs. Knowledge of complementary therapies ensures balanced and individualized care plan for each client.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Holistic Health Practitioner
Maiden Sol Farm
04.2024 - Current
- Developed personalized wellness plans addressing clients' physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify health challenges and recommend holistic remedies.
- Facilitated workshops on nutrition, stress management, and mindfulness practices for community engagement.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create integrated care strategies for client well-being.
- Developed personalized herbal remedies to address diverse health concerns and improve client wellness.
- Educated clients on herbal practices and holistic approaches to enhance their understanding of natural health.
- Led workshops on herbal medicine, fostering community engagement and promoting holistic health awareness.
Retention Specialist
Utah Foster Care
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Developed retention strategies to enhance foster family engagement and support systems.
- Collaborated with teams to assess needs and improve services for foster families.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to capture insights from foster families, driving service improvements.
- Advocated for children's best interests during court hearings and family meetings, fostering collaborative environments.
- Implemented system improvements to streamline documentation processes and enhance case tracking efficiency.
- Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
Youth Coordinator
City Of Moab
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated youth programs fostering community engagement and personal development.
- Developed and implemented curriculum for after-school activities promoting teamwork and creativity.
- Organized community events to promote youth involvement, strengthening community ties and participation rates.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and engagement for all campers.
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate programming to enhance camper experience.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding camper progress and concerns.
Director of Client Operations
Full Circle Intertribal Center
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Developed strategic initiatives to enhance community engagement and fundraising efforts.
- Oversaw program development, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and goals.
- Facilitated board meetings, providing insights on organizational strategy and progress.
- Advocated for policy changes that improved community services and resources availability.
- Led successful advocacy campaigns that resulted in positive policy changes benefiting the populations served by the organization.
- Cultivated donor relationships, increasing funding opportunities for key projects and initiatives.
Indigenous Community Specialist
Seekhaven Family Resource Center
04.2016 - 03.2019
- Facilitated community outreach programs to enhance family engagement and resource access.
- Developed and implemented support services tailored to individual family needs.
- Coordinated workshops and events to educate families on available resources.
- Led cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategic initiatives.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in services and inform program development.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on effective outreach techniques and best practices.
- Advocated for underrepresented populations, ensuring their voices were included in community initiatives.
- Increased community engagement by implementing targeted outreach strategies and regularly participating in relevant events.
Victim's Advocate/Women's Shelter
Seekhaven Family Resource Center
03.2016 - 03.2019
- Fostering a safe spaces in healing outreach based support system for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault
- Crisis calls and walk in crisis situations with direct client services
- Working closely with the client to create safety plans, providing service for referrals and case management services
- Working closely with Housing authority of Southeastern Utah throughout the transition from shelter to housing for each client
- Working closely with the client and the judicial system for Drug court appearances, advocating and offering emotional support
- Working closely with DCFS on multiple cases for the well being of Native Children
- Due diligence for Native children staying with Native families
- Team meetings and working with the client toward reunification
- Helping the client find their own voice and advocating for themselves
- Working with Ute and Navajo Nation on a regular basis and branching out with UNHS
- Home site leases, archeological surveys and following through for tribally enrolled members of various native nations
- Outreach and prevention
- Created resources for Native clients specifically in Grand County
- Working closely with UNHS to get traditional consultation.
- Organized community outreach programs, increasing public awareness about important legal topics affecting local residents.
Owner & Manager
RawEarthOrganics
05.2011 - 01.2014
- Sold DBA 2015|2016
- Researched needs for community
- Created business plan
- Presented plan Small Business Association
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance customer service and satisfaction.
- Managed inventory control systems, ensuring optimal stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Fostered partnerships with local organizations to promote collaborative programs and initiatives.
- Coordinated events and workshops, driving community involvement and awareness of available resources.
Education
Real Estate License - Real Estate
Stringham Real Estate School
01.2024
Health And Wellness
Institute of Integrative of Nutrition
06.2010
Associate of Applied Arts - Social Sciences Education
Shepherd University
06.2010
Certificate - Clinical Herbalism
Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism
Lafayette, CO09-2025
Skills
- Integrated assessment approach
- Background in nonprofit sector
- Cultural awareness
- Collaborative partnership building
- Volunteer engagement
- Effective strategy implementation
- Gardening for wellness
- Harvesting and drying
- Herbal remedy development
- Holistic health
- Eco-friendly harvesting methods
Affiliations
- Yoga Instructor, Wellness Coach, Doula, Community programs Specialist
Certification
- 40-hour Certification for Victim's Advocate in the State of Utah
- Utah Coalition of Domestic Violence 2017-current
- 40-hour Certification Sexual Assault Counselor in the state of Utah Through Utah Coalition of Sexual Assault 2017-Current
- Tribal Victim's Advocate Certification (Cultural Sensitivity Training) 40 hours Coalition to Stop Violence Against Native Women NM
- CPR certified 2017-current
- ANIMAL SCIENCE- Worked with Animals as a technician for 3 years- 2013-2016 NC, asheville
- Horse animal clinic- WEST ASHEVILLE
Timeline
Holistic Health Practitioner
Maiden Sol Farm
04.2024 - Current
Retention Specialist
Utah Foster Care
01.2024 - 07.2025
Youth Coordinator
City Of Moab
05.2023 - 08.2023
Director of Client Operations
Full Circle Intertribal Center
01.2018 - 01.2023
Indigenous Community Specialist
Seekhaven Family Resource Center
04.2016 - 03.2019
Victim's Advocate/Women's Shelter
Seekhaven Family Resource Center
03.2016 - 03.2019
Owner & Manager
RawEarthOrganics
05.2011 - 01.2014
Health And Wellness
Institute of Integrative of Nutrition
Associate of Applied Arts - Social Sciences Education
Shepherd University
Real Estate License - Real Estate
Stringham Real Estate School
Certificate - Clinical Herbalism
Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism
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