Paul Long Sr
Gamerco
Summary
Experienced education professional with strong focus on fostering effective communication between schools and communities. Adept at building collaborative teams and achieving results through strong interpersonal skills and flexibility. Expertise in conflict resolution, program development, and stakeholder engagement. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring alignment with evolving needs.
Highly-trained individual and skilled communicator effectively interacts with patients, staff and other healthcare professionals. Remarkable background in scheduling appointments, processing referrals and providing diagnosis and treatment plans to patients. Strong knowledge of medical terminology and HIPAA regulations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Home/School Liaison
Chuska School
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Contributed to a positive school climate by addressing student concerns and fostering strong relationships with families.
- Developed efficient systems for tracking student attendance data, helping identify trends that required intervention or additional support from the liaison team.
- Coordinated with community organizations to bring valuable resources and support services to families in need.
- Created a welcoming environment at the school by developing inclusive policies and practices that celebrated diversity among the student body.
Home/School Liaison
Gallup McKinley County School District
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Coordinated with community organizations to bring valuable resources and support services to families in need.
- Managed sensitive situations involving students or families professionally and confidentially, maintaining trust within the school community.
- Enhanced communication between parents and school staff by organizing regular meetings and providing timely updates on student progress.
Traditional Cultural Liaison
Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Developed training modules for employees on recognizing unconscious biases and embracing diversity in the workplace.
- Provided translation services for non-English speaking community members, facilitating clear communication between parties involved during meetings or events.
- Collaborated with local schools to incorporate cultural education into curriculums, fostering a more inclusive learning environment.
- Fostered strong relationships with community leaders for effective cross-cultural communication and collaboration.
- Enhanced cultural understanding by developing and implementing various programs that promoted diversity and inclusion.
Cultural Liaison
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital
05.2013 - 04.2016
- Organized multicultural events, resulting in increased awareness of different cultures among community members.
- Facilitated workshops on cultural competency, leading to improved interactions among individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Provided translation services for non-English speaking community members, facilitating clear communication between parties involved during meetings or events.
- Presented findings on cultural research at conferences and professional gatherings, contributing to broader knowledge on the subject matter.
- Developed educational materials for culturally diverse audiences, ensuring accessibility and comprehension.
Social Worker
Navajo Nation Department Of Workforce Development
06.2005 - 06.2012
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
Social Worker - Child and Youth
Navajo Nation Temporary Assistance for Needy Famil
05.2000 - 06.2003
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Educated parents on available support services, enabling them to effectively navigate systems of care for their children''s benefit.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of child safety, identifying areas of concern and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Delivered specialized case management services tailored to the unique needs of each child or youth on my caseload.
- Developed culturally sensitive approaches when working with diverse populations of children and families experiencing various challenges.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Services
Almeda University
Boise, ID05-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Social Services
Almeda University
Boise, ID07-2005
High School Diploma -
Texas Central High School
Killeen, TX05-1975
Skills
- Crisis management
- Curriculum planning
- Reliability
- Fundraising expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Accomplishments
Enlisted in the Army (April 1974 to April 1980)
Current U.S. Veteran
Ordained Medicine Man (June 2016 to Present)
Languages
Navajo
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home/School Liaison
Chuska School
01.2020 - 05.2021
Home/School Liaison
Gallup McKinley County School District
06.2018 - 08.2019
Traditional Cultural Liaison
Flagstaff Medical Center, NAH
09.2016 - 01.2017
Cultural Liaison
Fort Defiance Indian Hospital
05.2013 - 04.2016
Social Worker
Navajo Nation Department Of Workforce Development
06.2005 - 06.2012
Social Worker - Child and Youth
Navajo Nation Temporary Assistance for Needy Famil
05.2000 - 06.2003
Master of Arts - Social Services
Almeda University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Services
Almeda University
High School Diploma -
Texas Central High School