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Majunga Ray (MJ) Watts

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Self-motivated leader with a proven track record at Milwaukee Parent and Child Services, excelling in crisis intervention and program development. Skilled in client assessment and effective communication, fostering strong relationships that enhance family outcomes and engagement. Developed the Healthy Foundation=Stability program, addressing personal trauma, and promoting balance and long-term well-being for families.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Director

Milwaukee Parent and Child Services
Milwaukee, WI
01.2017 - Current
  • Cultivated strong relationships within the Children’s Wisconsin network of social workers, case managers, attorneys, and guardian ad litem to support the positive outcomes of families served.
  • Centralized client communications and acted as the primary point of contact for all matters specific to clients.
  • Streamlined the submission of progress notes and recommendations according to client needs and objectives.
  • Reviewed new referrals, prepared presentations and development strategies for parents, prioritized and managed time, client files and schedules, shaped family-specific goals through collaborative conversations with case managers, attorney's, parents, and caregivers, specific to family needs
  • Communicated program progress initiatives to external stakeholders, and consulted with clients on the benefits of parent assistance, crisis intervention, and mentor programs.
  • Created the Healthy Foundation=Stability 8 Week Program to assist parents in addressing personal trauma

Parent Coordinator/Paraprofessional

Brown Street Academy (MPS)
Milwaukee, WI
08.2016 - 08.2018
  • Increased family engagement in student success and school improvement through active involvement in Title I program development.
  • Participated in monthly parent coordinator institutes to enhance skills and strategies.
  • Assisted in developing family engagement initiatives that promote student achievement.
  • Maintained records of all parent interactions and activities.
  • Organized events designed to foster relationships between students' families and school personnel.

Reading/Writing Instructor

Spark Literacy Program (Brown Street Academy)
Milwaukee, WI
09.2015 - 08.2016
  • Conducted one-on-one reading sessions to assess and evaluate student needs.
  • Created individualized lesson plans tailored to each student's requirements.
  • Developed supplemental take-home learning activities to reinforce classroom instruction.
  • Provided monthly progress reports to teachers and parents, tracking student goal attainment.

Education

Certified Community Healthcare Worker -

UniteWI
Milwaukee, WI
01.2025

Certified Crisis Intervention Instructor -

Crisis Prevention Institute
Madison, WI
04.2024

MSW -

Aurora University
Williams Bay, WI
05-2016

Certificate of Completion -

Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation/UW-Madison
Madison, WI
09.2015

BSW -

Mount Mary University
Wauwatosa, WI
05.2013

Skills

  • Crisis intervention
  • Policy writing
  • Client assessment
  • Cultural competence
  • Effective communication
  • Program development
  • Client relations

Practicum

  • 11/14-12/15, Mequon, WI, Resident Well-being Social Worker: Scheduled and facilitated family care conferences to address the services needed, discussed any plans for discharge or long-term placement, and educated residents about their options and services available. Evaluated resident needs upon admission, linking residents with necessary social services and support programs to improve access to care and promote overall well-being.
  • 12/12-05/13, Milwaukee, WI, Case Manager: Aided with daily medication monitoring of consumers, accompanied and transported consumers to scheduled appointments, and assisted consumers with domestic responsibilities. Submitted progress records.
  • 12/11-05/12, West Allis, WI, Customer Relations Specialist: Carefully screened, advocated for, issued referrals, and connected consumers with appropriate resource agencies to address specific needs.

Timeline

Director

Milwaukee Parent and Child Services
01.2017 - Current

Parent Coordinator/Paraprofessional

Brown Street Academy (MPS)
08.2016 - 08.2018

Reading/Writing Instructor

Spark Literacy Program (Brown Street Academy)
09.2015 - 08.2016

Certified Community Healthcare Worker -

UniteWI

Certified Crisis Intervention Instructor -

Crisis Prevention Institute

MSW -

Aurora University

Certificate of Completion -

Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation/UW-Madison

BSW -

Mount Mary University