Rachel Stevens
Richton Park,IL
Summary
Dynamic Community Health Specialist with a proven track record at South Suburban PADS, excelling in health education and strategic planning. Enhanced community wellness through innovative initiatives, reducing non-urgent ER visits by connecting patients to primary care. Skilled in resource allocation and fostering partnerships, empowering individuals to overcome barriers to health.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Specialist
South Suburban PADS
01.2020 - Current
- Supported vaccine campaigns, organizing immunization clinics and educating the public on the importance of vaccinations.
- Partnered with local organizations to address social determinants of health impacting individuals.
- Improved community health by conducting regular home visits and providing health education to families.
- Promoted healthy lifestyles among community members through the development and execution of wellness initiatives and workshops.
- Reduced emergency room visits for non-urgent cases, connecting patients with appropriate primary care providers.
- Diagnosed and treated or referred patients to community resources.
- Provided essential support during public health emergencies, coordinating response efforts with local authorities and agencies.
Life Skills Facilitator
South Suburban PADS
06.2015 - 01.2019
- Cultivated robust partnerships with community organizations, enhancing resource availability for clients.
- Worked closely with support staff such as counselors or social workers to address additional needs affecting clients'' participation in the program.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues and supervisors regarding participant progress or concerns.
- Cultivated a supportive and inclusive environment for participants, promoting open communication and trustbuilding.
- Provided one-on-one coaching for participants struggling with specific challenges, empowering them to overcome barriers.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques during sessions, enabling participants to tackle challenges confidently in their daily lives.
- Established strong rapport with clients, leading to increased engagement and commitment to the program goals.
- Developed customized lesson plans addressing unique participant needs, resulting in more effective skill development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Skills
- Team supervision
- Strategic planning
- Health education
- Data collection
- Records management
- Public health
- Resource allocation
- HIPAA guidelines
- Referral
- Mental health care assistance
- Healthcare advocacy
- Community-based resources
- Work planning and organization
Timeline
Community Health Specialist - South Suburban PADS
01.2020 - Current
Life Skills Facilitator - South Suburban PADS
06.2015 - 01.2019
Chicago State University - Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing