Rakiyah Talavedra
Florissant
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Washington University, excelling in report preparation and interpersonal communication. Adept at developing strategic plans and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, enhancing program effectiveness. Recognized for innovative problem-solving and self-motivation, successfully expanding program reach and impact through strong partnerships and community engagement.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
MSTP Coordinator, DEI and Community Engagement
Washington University
Saint Louis
12.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic care strategies.
- Developed strategic plans to enhance program effectiveness and alignment with organizational goals.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement innovative program initiatives successfully.
- Managed budgets and resource allocations for various program activities and projects.
- Established partnerships with external organizations to expand program reach and impact.
- Led regular meetings to communicate updates, foster collaboration, and address challenges effectively.
- Collaborated with external partners to leverage resources for the program's success.
- Supported marketing efforts by providing content for promotional materials.
- Compiled reports on program outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.
- Developed recruitment strategies to attract diverse academic talent.
- Conducted outreach events to promote academic programs and career opportunities.
- Built relationships with universities to enhance recruitment pipelines.
- Maintained accurate records of recruitment activities and candidate progress.
- Provided guidance and feedback to candidates throughout the entire recruitment process.
- Maintained relationships with institutions and universities to build a strong talent pipeline.
Facilitator - VICC/VST/SIT and Foster Care Programs
PARKWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT
CHESTERFIELD
08.2011 - 11.2021
- Responsible for making independent decisions regarding placement of new VST students.
- Accountable for making immediate transportation decisions regarding security and safety of VST, SIT, and students in Foster Care.
- Main resource for parents and oftentimes the initial facilitator/mediator for Parent/School conflict resolution.
- Empathetic to the values and socio-cultural views of others.
- Coordinates work for Part-Time VST Secretary.
- Facilitate four VICC/VST parent meetings annually.
Patient Care Technician/Unit Secretary
ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL
CHESTERFIELD
01.2010 - 12.2010
Extractor/Work Flow Coordinator
BANK OF AMERICA
SAINT LOUIS
06.2007 - 08.2009
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Washington University in St Louis
St. Louis, MO05-2026
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-SAINT LOUIS - Anthropology, Public Administration
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-SAINT LOUIS
SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURILANGSTON UNIVERSITY - Physical Therapy
LANGSTON UNIVERSITY
LANGSTON, OKLAHOMADiploma -
CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP
SAINT LOUIS, MISSOURISkills
- Report Preparation
- Data Entry
- Confidentiality (FERPA, HIPAA)
- Interpersonal Communication
- High Analytical Skills
- Problem Solving
- Self Motivating
- Team Collaborator
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MSTP Coordinator, DEI and Community Engagement
Washington University
12.2021 - Current
Facilitator - VICC/VST/SIT and Foster Care Programs
PARKWAY SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2011 - 11.2021
Patient Care Technician/Unit Secretary
ST. LUKE'S HOSPITAL
01.2010 - 12.2010
Extractor/Work Flow Coordinator
BANK OF AMERICA
06.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Social Sciences
Washington University in St Louis
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-SAINT LOUIS - Anthropology, Public Administration
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-SAINT LOUIS
LANGSTON UNIVERSITY - Physical Therapy
LANGSTON UNIVERSITY
Diploma -
CARDINAL RITTER COLLEGE PREP