Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Leadership Experience
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Nicholas Milburn

Canton

Summary

Dedicated and results-oriented social worker with a Master of Social Work (MSW) and extensive experience in case management, advocacy, and community outreach. Proven leadership in organizing large-scale events, securing funding, and working with marginalized populations, including LGBTQ+ individuals and refugees. Passionate about fostering positive social change and committed to providing equitable support to diverse communities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Treasurer, Steward and Bargaining Team Member

Equitas Health Workers United
01.2024 - Current
  • Elected as the first treasurer, responsible for overseeing financial management, including budgeting and tracking expenses.
  • Played an integral role in negotiating the union’s first contract, ensuring equitable outcomes for all members.

Non-Medical Case Advocate

Equitas Health
03.2022 - Current
  • Provide case management services to individuals living with HIV/AIDS, promoting independence, stability, and health.
  • Conduct client interviews, coordinate referrals, develop care plans, and offer emotional support to clients.

Board Member

Domestic Violence Project, Inc.
01.2022 - Current
  • Contribute to organizational governance, provide strategic oversight, and support initiatives addressing domestic violence.
  • Sit on the Development Committee, Personnel, and chair the DEI (Empowerment Committee).

Board Member

Stark County Pride Festival
01.2022 - Current
  • Organized and executed the first Pride march in Stark County, managing donor relationships, sponsorships, and community outreach.

MSW Intern

Asia Services in Action/ICHC
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted mental health screenings for refugees and immigrants, secured $30,000 in funding for a Nepali-speaking mental health navigator, and managed community outreach efforts.

Resident Advocate

Domestic Violence Project
07.2021 - 03.2022
  • Answered hotline calls, managed donations, engaged with residents, and provided support to individuals affected by domestic violence.

Customer Service Supervisor

Dick’s Sporting Goods
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Provided exceptional customer service, trained staff, and managed financial operations for opening and closing.

Volunteer

Portsmouth Pride Committee
01.2018 - 12.2020
  • Served as outreach and sponsorship coordinator, engaging local vendors and community organizations to ensure the success of Portsmouth’s Pride events.

Family Stability Advocate

Battered Women’s Shelter of Summit County
11.2019 - 01.2020
  • Provided case management, emotional support, and housing referrals for survivors of domestic violence.

QSFB Cast Member

Walt Disney World – Animal Kingdom
01.2015 - 12.2016
  • Delivered excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment and maintained a clean, welcoming atmosphere.

Education

Master of Nonprofit Organizations -

Case Western Reserve University
05.2025

Master of Social Work -

Arizona State University
05.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Shawnee State University
12.2018

Skills

  • Case management and crisis intervention
  • Community outreach and advocacy
  • Event planning and execution
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and data management
  • Interviewing and assessment
  • Case management
  • Community outreach
  • Effective communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Team collaboration
  • Self-care strategies
  • Time management

Accomplishments

NASW Region 8 Emerging Social Worker of the Year, 2023

Pronouns

  • He
  • Him
  • His

Leadership Experience

  • Treasurer, Steward and Bargaining Team Member, Equitas Health Workers United, 2024 – Present, Elected as the first treasurer, responsible for overseeing financial management, including budgeting and tracking expenses., Played an integral role in negotiating the union’s first contract, ensuring equitable outcomes for all members.
  • Board Member, Domestic Violence Project, Inc., 2022 – Present, Contribute to organizational governance, provide strategic oversight, and support initiatives addressing domestic violence., Sit on the Development Committee, Personnel, and chair the DEI (Empowerment Committee)
  • Board Member, Stark County Pride Festival, 2022 – Present, Organized and executed the first Pride march in Stark County, managing donor relationships, sponsorships, and community outreach.
  • NASW Student Member, University of Akron, 2018, Participated in monthly meetings and initiatives to increase NASW’s presence on campus.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Treasurer, Steward and Bargaining Team Member

Equitas Health Workers United
01.2024 - Current

Non-Medical Case Advocate

Equitas Health
03.2022 - Current

Board Member

Domestic Violence Project, Inc.
01.2022 - Current

Board Member

Stark County Pride Festival
01.2022 - Current

MSW Intern

Asia Services in Action/ICHC
01.2022 - 12.2022

Resident Advocate

Domestic Violence Project
07.2021 - 03.2022

Customer Service Supervisor

Dick’s Sporting Goods
09.2020 - 07.2021

Family Stability Advocate

Battered Women’s Shelter of Summit County
11.2019 - 01.2020

Volunteer

Portsmouth Pride Committee
01.2018 - 12.2020

QSFB Cast Member

Walt Disney World – Animal Kingdom
01.2015 - 12.2016

Master of Nonprofit Organizations -

Case Western Reserve University

Master of Social Work -

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Shawnee State University