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Marcie Keith
Community Engagement Manager
Batavia,OH
Summary
Marcie’s expertise spans program development, volunteer management, and cross-sector partnerships, enabling her to design and implement evidence-based strategies that strengthen families and communities. She has successfully managed multi-county projects, facilitated training programs, and guided organizations through transformative change. Her passion for upstream prevention and early childhood education is evident in her commitment to integrating research-based practices, advocating for equitable access to resources, and leveraging technology—including AI—to enhance program effectiveness.
Known for her strategic vision and hands-on approach, Marcie excels in marketing communications, social media strategy, and creative outreach campaigns that engage diverse audiences. Her ability to unite stakeholders around a shared mission has earned her multiple awards for collaboration and community impact. With a deep dedication to improving outcomes for children and families, Marcie continues to lead initiatives that foster resilience, promote mental health, and build stronger communities.
As a dynamic leader and community engagement professional with over 20 years of experience in early childhood development, mental health, and prevention initiatives. She is recognized for her ability to inspire teams, build strong coalitions, and lead strategic projects that drive measurable improvements in child and family outcomes. Her leadership style emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and empowerment, ensuring that every initiative aligns with the goal of creating safe, supportive, and thriving environments for children.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Manager
Clermont County Mental Health And Recovery Board
02.2023 - Current
- Increased awareness of agency services and initiatives with the implementation of PR strategies.
- Enhanced community engagement by implementing diverse outreach programs tailored to various demographics.
- Developed strategic goals around communications and digital engagement including social media, emails, newsletters, and targeted marketing campaigns.
- Streamlined processes for event coordination, reducing logistical challenges and increasing overall efficiency in executing community-focused initiatives.
- Developed, planned, an coordinated forums, conferences, summits, workshops or other training opportunities.
- Drafted, edited and distributed press releases, media advisories and other public relations materials.
Manager Success by 6
United Way Of Greater Cincinnati
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Boosted awareness and generated leads while managing external marketing campaigns around Early Childhood.
- Maintained and Implemented diverse multilevel programs and activities using collective data to motivate and create awareness around early childhood education.
- Provided grant documentation and generated summaries to report outcomes.
- Created community support strategy to increase collaboration and awareness through meetings, outreach, and planning.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families and children.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum and programs for children, creating positive and safe environments.
Area Center Manager and Project Coordinator
United Way Of Greater Cincinnati
05.2019 - 11.2021
- Developed and initiated projects and initiatives through collaboration with schools , community partners, businesses, and agencies.
- Developed presentations and reports to facilitate project evaluation, process improvement, and fundraising opportunities.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient service delivery strategies and streamlining center operations.
- Initiated new marketing campaigns that effectively raised brand awareness, attracting more customers to the center.
Family And Community Engagement Specialist
4C For Children
05.2016 - 12.2018
- Crafted engaging and crisp communications to establish relationships and deepened community connections with professionals in 3 counties (Clermont, Warren, and Clinton) by developing innovative projects, providing information and resolving concerns.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to records.
- Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need.
Family Support Worker With Every Child Succeeds
YWCA Greater Cincinnati
04.2013 - 05.2016
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining developmental success
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care to discuss child development while implementing Parents as Teachers curriculum and Growing Great Kids.
- Enhanced family stability by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
Childcare Director
Kids Universe
Williamsburg, Ohio
05.2012 - 02.2013
Case Manger/CBT Coach
Triumph LLC
Hillsborough, North Carolina
02.2010 - 02.2011
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Family Life Education
Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor, MI10.2006
Associate of Science - Psychology
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI02.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice/counseling
Lake Superior State University
Sault Ste. Marie, MISkills
- Project management
- Community awareness
- Child advocacy
- Training coordination and event planning
- Relationship building and networking
- Mental health case management
- Data collection and analysis
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Creative Solutions
- Innovative program development
- Digital communication
- Volunteer management
- Partnership development
- Social media strategy
Accomplishments
Ohio Children's Trust Fund-Every Day Hero recipient
Clermont County Board of Developmental Disability- Partnership and Collaboration Award
Bluebird Bus of Hope-Outstanding Community Partner Award
Clermont County Safety Net Alliance-First To Respond Award and Outstanding Speaker Award
Affiliations
- Council Member of the Clermont County Family & Children First Council 10 years.
- Elected Chair of the Clermont County Early Childhood Collaborative elected (10 year)
- Chair of the Clermont County Suicide Prevention Coalition (3Years)
- Co-chair and Administrative support for Clermont Addiction and Recovery Partnership (3 Years)
Timeline
Community Engagement Manager
Clermont County Mental Health And Recovery Board
02.2023 - Current
Manager Success by 6
United Way Of Greater Cincinnati
11.2021 - 01.2023
Area Center Manager and Project Coordinator
United Way Of Greater Cincinnati
05.2019 - 11.2021
Family And Community Engagement Specialist
4C For Children
05.2016 - 12.2018
Family Support Worker With Every Child Succeeds
YWCA Greater Cincinnati
04.2013 - 05.2016
Childcare Director
Kids Universe
05.2012 - 02.2013
Case Manger/CBT Coach
Triumph LLC
02.2010 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Family Life Education
Spring Arbor University
Associate of Science - Psychology
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice/counseling
Lake Superior State University
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved.
Helen Keller
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsPaid sick leavePaid time offHealthcare benefitsSoftware
Social Media
Presentation Tools
Collaboration Tools
Desktop publishing tools
Shared CRM
Graphic Design
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
Reading/Mico Learning
Documentaries
Travel/camping
Football
My Kids