Lessina Cline

• Developed 40 content areas and six courses
• Taught 86 hours of role of leadership in public health
• Presented two manuals on strategies and tools for Public Health Advocates
• Worked with public health analyst to develop 12 analytical skills for successful public health advocacy projects
• Involved in writing eight "Mission/Vision" statements for public health advocacy groups
• Contribute to four legislation at local, state, and federal level in United States Evaluation of public health policies, legislation, and laws.

• Teach and have taught 72 content areas and four courses
• Work with two Healthcare data management and integration
• Employ healthcare improvement initiatives – electronic health records (E.H.R.s) and electronic medical records (E.M.R.s), health information exchanges (HIEs), patient databases, continuity of care documents (C.C.D.s), etc.

• Utilized two learning management systems to efficiently organize course content, creating user-friendly online environments for learners.
• Mentored four junior curriculum designers in best practices and methodologies, cultivating collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Developed 27 customized learning paths for individual students based on their unique needs, strengths, and interests.
• Managed 30 multiple curriculum design projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.
• Led four cross-functional teams in development of interdisciplinary curricula that fostered critical thinking skills through real-world problem-solving activities.
• Incorporated seven Universal Design for Learning principles into course development, promoting inclusivity and accessibility for all learners.
• Enhanced curriculum quality by conducting thorough research and incorporating best practices in instructional design.
• Implemented 25% of data-driven revisions to improve curriculum alignment with learning objectives and industry standards.
• Supported six faculty in implementation of new curricula, providing training sessions and ongoing guidance on best practices in teaching methodologies.
• Contributed to three grant writing efforts, securing funding for innovative educational projects that enhanced student outcomes.
• Designed six comprehensive assessment tools to measure learner progress and evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
• Established strong relationships with four industry partners to ensure curricula remained relevant and responsive to employer needs, preparing graduates for success in workforce.
• Conducted regular reviews of 58 percent of existing courses for continuous improvement and updating of content as needed.
• Streamlined 42 percent of content development process for efficient course creation, resulting in reduced production time.
• Teamed with six subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
• Integrated 78 feedback from learners and instructors into course improvements, fostering culture of collaboration and continuous growth.
• Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
• Designed nine course materials and supported implementation.
• Created nine curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
• Provided 88 percent of subject matter expertise on all courses, materials, and lesson plans.
• Worked closely with instructors to prepare 32 percent of online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
• Targeted 20 diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.

Inform two Refugee Advisory Board on current and planned programming and initiatives on health, mental health, behavioral health issues, concerns, and challenges, including identifying gaps in programming and services

• Also, target and prioritize nine gaps as community and identification of resources to address these gaps
• Aided and organized six initiative groups to address health policies that protect and improve health of refugees
• Collaborated with eight refugee-serving organizations and other non-profit groups to address women's education, economic empowerment, gender-based violence, healthcare, law enforcement, outreach/awareness, resource connection, and women's leadership
• Worked with four healthcare organizations to influence healthcare leaders and service providers to address issues that affect refugees
• Involved in five advocacy activities for health delivery challenges within refugee communities.
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• Taught five Content Areas and Courses
• Managed three "Group Project (communicable and non-communicable diseases)."
• Managed 17 "Health Initiative Stakeholders."
• Aided in two "Healthcare Reform and Health Policy Projects."
• Developed tailored lesson plans to accommodate students'' diverse learning styles, leading to improved comprehension.
• Established a positive classroom environment, promoting respect and open communication among all participants.

• Monitored and provided academic support to students with proposals and final project requirements; directed and developed subject expertise in grounded theory and other qualitative research methods and directed extensive research on African refugees in Alberta, Canada
• Contributed to two meta-analysis of comparative migration research studies across immigrant classes
• Reviewed 16 effects of resettlement issues on adaptation and integration within mainstream society
• Monitored six vital strategic projects and priorities for department
• Attended four meetings and organized presentations during workshops
• Oversee four development and implementation of health policy projects.

Measures effectiveness of two program through quarterly identification and assessment of key performance indicators

• Lead bi-annually review and evaluation of performance targets, department goals, and objectives
• Conducted three annual workshops to evaluate service provisions and effectiveness
• Monitored 28 individual behavior plans and intake processes (to support new objectives and arising goals).

Program Lead - review 'Project Healthy Population' (Northwest Territory [N.W.T.], Canada)

• Formed 'Territorial Drafting Committee' - developing task force to review and establish new health policies and programs in N.W.T
• Drafted GNWT strategy to prevent and reduce tobacco harm in NWT
• Prepare two policy manual with crucial stakeholders
• Prepared and presented two future work plans, project budgets, and work progress to stakeholders and project partners.

developed 14 subject expertise in intervention program research for specific domestic and international HIV/AIDS risk behavior group (e.g., drug-related, heterosexual, and same-sex)

• Led research and acquisition activities for domestic and international HIV/AIDS intervention databases
• Collected, analyzed, and documented intervention research for domestic HIV/AIDS Cumulative Research Synthesis System
• Monitored and coded intervention studies in five particular risk groups.

• Compiled healthcare data into reference manual for program managers and outreach workers
• Conducted literature reviews on cultural practices that affect community health
• Reviewed seven "Family Planning Service Extension and Technical Support (SEATS) project - analyzed HIV/STD" data from East/South Africa refugee camps
• Prepared and disseminated fact sheets and health education materials
• Evaluated programs on child abuse and domestic violence.

Responsible for providing welfare services and follow-up of social crisis cases with children and family members

• Provided direct care for adolescents and families in upper country where there are no services—worked with single mothers to direct them and get them registered with international welfare organizations and associations
• Organized global sponsorship and advocated for young girls experiencing forced marriage and domestic violence
• I worked with 'The Tuesday Group, Ox-farm, UK, and he International Social Workers Association in Sweden, 'Friends of Gambia' to advocate for young girls forced into arranged marriages engaged in 'Little Women's V.U.E., empowerment group for job training and domestic activities to help young women become independent.

Worked with families in crisis and people struggling with poverty, medical problems, mental health problems, addiction, or learning disabilities

• Case work with children, adults, and older people in and out of hospitals to cater to non-medical needs
• Supported 225 families in continuing care outside hospital through mobile clinic, medication administration, and weekly monitoring
• Worked with nurses to organize and teach medical courses like self-care after delivery, breastfeeding, and financial management.
• Facilitated skill-building groups for clients, focusing on coping strategies, stress reduction techniques, and self-care practices.
• Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
• Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments, developing tailored treatment plans, and providing ongoing support.
• Advocated for clients'' rights within various legal settings such as court hearings or child welfare conferences to ensure access to appropriate services or supports.
• Mentored new social workers, providing guidance on ethical decision-making processes, best practice standards, and navigating complex clinical situations.
• Presented clinical documentation and observations to interdisciplinary team.
• Treated patients with mental health issues and dual-diagnoses such as autism and BPD.

number of people affected by mental disorders in Gambia is significant

• Around 1.478 million, about 120,000 people have mental illness requiring treatment
• Almost 90% of people with severe mental disorders in Gambia have no treatment access
• Established and managed Polyclinic Mental Health Unit at Royal Victoria Teaching Hospital
• Served at Psychiatric Unit - only inpatient facility in country
• As director of clinical social work services, collaborated with WHO to lay groundwork for developing mental health policy and strategic action plans.