Maria Cariaso
Newark,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Public Health Program Manager with extensive experience in developing and implementing health education programs for diverse populations. Strong background in health promotion, community outreach and program evaluation with commitment to promoting healthy lifestyles and reducing health disparities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Indiana Department Of Health
2021.10 - Current
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with contractual agreements and deliverables.
- Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
- Surveyed community members and revised programs based on feedback and results.
Family Support Specialist
Marion County Health Department
2020.02 - 2021.08
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
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Department Of Health And Human Services
2020.05 - 2021.01
- Investigated and identified confirmed and suspected coronavirus cases, also documenting potentially affected contacts.
- Communicated with documented COVID-19 patients and other exposed persons via phone call, text, e-mail and other platforms.
- Performed record keeping by logging client information within secure contact-tracing software.
- Provided educational and informational resources regarding isolation policies and quarantine measures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community Health And Preventive Medicine
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN12.2019
Master of Science - Public Health
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN05.2026
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Program Leadership
- Policy and Procedure Improvement
- Strategic Direction
- Presentation Creation and Delivery
- Multi-Operations Management
- Community Outreach
- Documentation Proficiency
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Interpersonal Skills
- Work Delegation
- Event Planning
- Program Development and Management
- Funding Proposals
Accomplishments
Supervised team's internship program
Induction into Safe States Fellowship Program
Participated in American College Surgeon evaluation
Increased federal state funds for existing programs
Developed and piloted new programs for the State of Indiana
Certification
- Certified Passenger Safety Technician
- Certified Stepping On Master Trainer and Facilitator
- Certified Leadership At All Levels graduate
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Filipino
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Program Manager
Indiana Department Of Health
2021.10 - Current
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
Department Of Health And Human Services
2020.05 - 2021.01
Family Support Specialist
Marion County Health Department
2020.02 - 2021.08
Bachelor of Science - Community Health And Preventive Medicine
Indiana University Bloomington
Master of Science - Public Health
Indiana University Bloomington
- Certified Passenger Safety Technician
- Certified Stepping On Master Trainer and Facilitator
- Certified Leadership At All Levels graduate
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