Matthew Harris
St. Charles,IL
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Prevention Specialist
Ecker Behavioral Health
01.2025 - Current
- Advanced into a leadership role with increased responsibility for program coordination, staff scheduling, and community initiatives.
- Assumed leadership responsibilities by coordinating team schedules to ensure full staff coverage for all school programs, community events, and prevention activities.
- Served as an active member of the local prevention coalition, contributing to collaborative strategies, outreach efforts, and community-wide prevention initiatives.
- Developed and led a LEAD Summer Program serving 40 students, creating structured educational experiences focused on leadership development, teamwork, and prevention awareness.
Prevention Specialist
Ecker Behavioral Health
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Implemented and facilitated the Too Good For Drugs curriculum for students in grades 4–9, delivering engaging prevention education tailored to diverse age groups.
- Coordinated supplemental initiatives including distribution of communication materials to schools, planning and execution of Drug Take Back events in partnership with the Elgin Police Department, and delivery of a LEAD Summer Program serving 40 students.
Caregiver
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Played a pivotal role as a full-time caregiver for two children, providing attentive care focused on their well-being, growth, and development.
- Managed daily routines and structured activities to foster a nurturing, stimulating, and consistent home environment that supported learning and happiness.
- Oversaw all aspects of household operations, including childcare, scheduling, regular maintenance, organization, and day-to-day family needs.
Organic Farm Assistant
Red Flower Organics
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Engaged in diverse responsibilities and tasks at my family's organic produce farm, demonstrating adaptability, initiative, and a strong work ethic to ensure the success of the farm and its operations.
- Assisted with various farm operations, including harvesting produce, cleaning, and seeding, and ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of daily tasks.
- Played a pivotal role in preparing for and participating in farmers markets, showcasing products, interacting with customers, and contributing to sales success.
Pre-Clinical Psychology Apprenticeship
Middle Tennessee State University
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Played a pivotal role within the esteemed CADRE program, renowned nationally for its commitment to supporting newly certified elementary and secondary teachers in optimizing student learning outcomes.
- Conducted extensive research and data collection initiatives, leveraging innovative methodologies and resources to inform program development and implementation strategies, driving continuous improvement and efficacy.
- Demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in preparing and refining comprehensive lesson plans tailored to the unique needs and challenges of high school and elementary school educators.
- Addressed critical topics such as pregnancy prevention, sexually transmitted disease prevention, and youth nutritional programs, equipping teachers with essential tools and resources to foster a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment.
- CADRE program, renowned nationally for its commitment to supporting newly certified elementary and secondary teachers.
Neuroscience Undergraduate Research Assistant
Middle Tennessee State University
08.2012 - 05.2013
- Engaged in pivotal support roles within academic research environments, contributing to the advancement of knowledge and innovation in neuroscience.
- Provided hands-on assistance to esteemed professors, facilitating the setup and calibration of sophisticated EEG/MRI equipment for experimenters, ensuring seamless execution of research protocols.
- Conducted thorough analysis of data gathered from experiments, employing analytical tools and methodologies to derive meaningful insights and conclusions. Further researched previous studies and identified relevant insights and trends.
- Demonstrated proficiency in data management and organization, meticulously compiling and categorizing research findings into comprehensive spreadsheets, enhancing accessibility and usability for further analysis and interpretation.
Timeline
Lead Prevention Specialist
Ecker Behavioral Health
01.2025 - Current
Prevention Specialist
Ecker Behavioral Health
01.2024 - 01.2025
Caregiver
01.2018 - 01.2024
Organic Farm Assistant
Red Flower Organics
01.2017 - 01.2021
Pre-Clinical Psychology Apprenticeship
Middle Tennessee State University
01.2013 - 05.2013
Neuroscience Undergraduate Research Assistant
Middle Tennessee State University
08.2012 - 05.2013