Linda R Johnson
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized approach to work. Strong advocate for those in need and committed to providing best possible service. Detail oriented team player with excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Highly adept grant writer with proven grant writing expertise and Information Science degree. Wrote several successful grants for growing non-profit organizations and contributed to expansion of beneficial community services. Excellent communications and organizational skills leading to desirable results.
Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Universal Outreach Specialist
Benefits Data Trust
Philadelphia, PA
01.2018 - 08.2024
- Offered benefit screening and enrollment support to individuals needing public services, helping connect each with available resources provided by county and state agencies and relevant team partners.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions, progress, and outcomes.
- Screened and enrolled more than 30 individuals per month in multiple state campaigns.
- Provided compassionate support for clients experiencing difficult life circumstances, fostering resilience and recovery.
- Trained new employees in effective client screening techniques, ensuring consistent standard of service delivery across tea.
- Managed caseload of diverse clients while adhering to strict confidentiality standards and HIPAA regulations.
Program Coordinator/ Grant Writer
Shiloh CDC
Trenton, NJ
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Provided technical support to staff with necessary resources to carry out duties successfully.
- Led training sessions for staff and volunteers, fostering knowledgeable and cohesive team environment.
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within program and developing trust in community.
- Developed effective communication strategies for improved collaboration among team members, resulting in increased productivity and participation.
- Developed grant proposals, securing funding for multi-year program initiatives.
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
- Developed marketing materials in English, Spanish and Polish to promote program offerings, increasing awareness and participation rates among target audiences.
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Secured more than $450,000 in annual funding from both state agencies and nonprofit organizations for multi-year minority cancer screening initiatives.
Program Coordinator/ Grant Writer
Capital Health System
Trenton, NJ
01.2001 - 01.2010
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within program framework.
- Provided exceptional customer service to program participants through prompt response times and results.
- Analyzed program data by tracking and reporting program outcomes to identify areas of improvement.
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
- Developed unique educational materials to promote program offerings, increasing awareness and participation rates among target audiences.
- Developed marketing materials to promote program offerings, increasing awareness and participation rates among target audiences.
- Evaluated effectiveness of funded projects by tracking outcomes against established objectives, ensuring accountability for granted funds.
- Facilitated regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions for ongoing success.
- Developed grant proposals securing more than $450,000 in annual funding for multi-year minority cancer screening initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Science
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA05.1974
Skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Flexibility
- Ability to multitask
- Excellent time management
- Written and verbal skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Case management skills
- Leadership skills
- Customer service
- Change management
- Excellent communication skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Reliability
- Grant Writing
Volunteer Experience
National Black Leadership Initiative on Cancer, Philadelphia, PA, 2015, Present
* Educated target populations about cancer prevention strategies
* Partnered with community organizations and government agencies to bring cancer screening services
* Assisted with cancer outreach and education grant development
Timeline
Universal Outreach Specialist
Benefits Data Trust
01.2018 - 08.2024
Program Coordinator/ Grant Writer
Shiloh CDC
01.2012 - 01.2016
Program Coordinator/ Grant Writer
Capital Health System
01.2001 - 01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Information Science
Point Park University
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