Derek Blow
Outreach/Gang Intervention Specialist
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Reliable Outreach Specialist offering diplomatic and persuasive communication skills focused on increasing program participation and effectiveness. Maintains open and positive relationships with current and prospective clients with regular follow up. Brings in new contacts through polished presentations and informational workshops. Determined Community Liaison aiming to leverage 10 years of experience providing positive community contributions to engage and inform community members. Personable and driven with passion for perpetuating mission and values.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Outreach Worker
Foothill Workforce Investment Board
Pasadena, CA
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Gang Intervention Specialist
Urban Peace Academy
Los Angeles, CA
05.2013 - 07.2014
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Advocated for client needs and funding for at-risk groups.
- Reached out to nonprofits and other organizations to find funding for at-risk groups.
- Planned outreach events for [Community] to reach out to at-risk families.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
Outreach Coordinator
Y.M.C.A.
Monrovia, CA
01.2012 - 04.2013
- Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Was awarded youth developer of the year (2012)
Education
GED -
Antelope Valley College
Lancaster, CA2003
Skills
- Family Outreach
- Outreach Initiatives
- Youth Outreach
- Mentoring
- Youth Advocate
- Motivational Speaker
Certifications
(U.S.C. based certification) Gang Intervention and Violence Interuptor
Timeline
Outreach Worker
Foothill Workforce Investment Board
07.2014 - 01.2015
Gang Intervention Specialist
Urban Peace Academy
05.2013 - 07.2014
Outreach Coordinator
Y.M.C.A.
01.2012 - 04.2013
GED -
Antelope Valley College
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