Robert Pruitt
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Experienced with eligibility assessments, teaching, regulatory compliance, and case management. Utilizes analytical skills to deliver accurate program determinations. Track record of strong communication and collaboration in team settings.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Eligibility Specialist I
Arkansas Department of Education
10.2024 - 03.2026
- Monitoring and reviewing all Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) and some Temporary Emergency Food Program (TEFAP) program agencies in accordance with Federal and State laws and regulations under the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
- Providing technical assistance and training to program food banks and community agencies.
- Reviewing inventory and ensuring USDA food storage, record keeping, and safety protocols are followed at designated CSFP agencies.
- Issuing and monitoring corrective action plans for agencies that are not in USDA compliance and conducting follow-up site visits.
- Conducting comprehensive reviews of food loss reports to determine underlying causes.
- Reviewing credit memos as needed due to food price changes.
- Initiating and submitting CSFP Multi-Food orders through the USDA Web-Based Supply Chain Management (WBSCM) system, ensuring accurate details are included.
- Preparing and distributing CSFP Multi-Food Order Status Delivery Reports to Recipient Agencies (RAs).
- Entering receipts of all food orders into WBSCM and the Arkansas Commodity Distribution System (ACDS), and allocating inventory accordingly within 48 hours of receiving food inventory.
- Communicating program information to community agencies and the public in a clear and professional manner.
- Maintaining all documents, i.e., receipts, USDA, or interagency memos on the Unit’s Microsoft Share Site.
- Providing training to staff and community agency personnel as needed.
- Communicating USDA memos and instructions to agencies.
- Preparing requests to increase CSFP caseload as needed.
- Completing reviews promptly and sending the results to the agencies within 10 business days.
- Monitoring corrective action plans and conducting follow-up site visits for receipt agencies out of compliance
- Entering and filing monthly Excel status reports.
- Processing and documenting the receiving and placement of USDA orders as needed; ensuring all steps are completed in sequence.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
- Hours per week: 40
Psychology/Sociology Teacher
North Little Rock High School
09.2020 - 05.2024
- Shared actionable insights on student achievement and improvement in department meetings.
- Attended instructor-oriented workshops to expand educational expertise.
- Partnered with parents, students, and faculty to deliver feedback and sharpen instructional strategies.
- Designed and implemented lesson plans to address students’ academic needs.
- Evaluated student mastery of course material using a combination of formal and informal assessments, i.e., multiple choice questions, True and False, project-based assignments, and in-depth essays.
- Adapted lessons and curriculum to serve diverse learners, utilizing peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Integrated digital learning platforms and research-focused technologies to support students in developing strong, inquiry-driven research abilities.
- Devised assessments to measure and track student learning outcomes.
- Convened with students, parents, and administrators every two months to resolve behavioral and academic concerns.
- Implemented daily structured classroom routines that supported diverse student needs.
- Collaborated with staff and teachers to design individualized plans that optimize student learning.
- Created mid-term progress reports to communicate student strengths and areas for improvement to parents.
- Analyzed assessment and assignment data to build targeted learning plans for struggling students.
- Designed and launched lessons and online assessments to drive remote learning success.
- Deployed a mix of formal and informal teaching methods to sustain high student engagement.
- Organized and led parent conferences to review student progress and address classroom behavior.
- Raised average class grades from 50% to 70% by delivering effective, targeted classroom instruction.
- Tailored curriculum to meet diverse learner needs by implementing peer-assisted group learning.
- Proctored the Arkansas Teaching and Learning standardized assessments with strict adherence to testing security and procedural guidelines for grades 9th-12th.
- Implemented Google Classroom to deliver instruction and communicate timely feedback on student progress to parents.
- Hours per week: 40
Social Worker
Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV)
06.2001 - 08.2020
- Managed a caseload of 45–60 high-acuity veterans, including individuals with HIV, chronic homelessness, and co-occurring substance use disorders.
- Increased veteran engagement in primary care and behavioral health by 32% through consistent outreach, motivational interviewing, and coordinated follow-up.
- Conducted over 250 comprehensive psychosocial assessments annually, including HIV risk screening, substance use evaluations, and housing readiness assessments.
- Linked 90% of newly identified HIV-positive veterans to infectious disease care within 30 days, exceeding national linkage benchmarks.
- Coordinated substance use treatment referrals, resulting in 68% of referred veterans entering outpatient, residential, or Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) programs.
- Performed more than 300 street, shelters, and community outreach contacts per year to engage unsheltered veterans and connect them to VA services.
- Facilitated housing placements for 40+ veterans annually, including rapid rehousing and permanent supportive housing, with a 12-month retention rate of 87%.
- Assisted veterans in securing over $500,000 in annual benefits, including VA disability, Social Security, Medicaid/Medicare, and HIV-related support programs.
- Reduced emergency room utilization among high-risk veterans by 22% through proactive case management and coordinated care planning.
- Delivered HIV prevention, psychosocial education, and harm-reduction counseling to 120+ veterans, improving medication adherence by 92% to reduce transmission risk.
- Provided crisis intervention for 50+ behavioral health or overdose-related emergencies annually, ensuring rapid stabilization and safety planning.
- Completed timely and accurate documentation with 100% compliance for audits, Electronic Health Record (EHR) standards, and program reporting requirements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams across 10+ VA and community partner agencies to streamline care and reduce service fragmentation.
- Conducted landlord outreach, resulting in 15 new housing partners willing to rent to veterans with complex histories.
- Contributed to program evaluation and quality improvement efforts that improved housing placement speed by 18% year-over-year.
- Hours per week: 40
Education
M.A, Master of Arts - Higher Education Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Alpha Epsilon Lambda
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Little Rock, ARMaster of Social Work - Magna Cum Laude, Golden Key Honor Society
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR05-2004
Skills
- Verbal communication
- Supervisory skills
- Food Bank Management
- Proficient with computers and able to learn new software and systems quickly
Timeline
Program Eligibility Specialist I
Arkansas Department of Education
10.2024 - 03.2026
Psychology/Sociology Teacher
North Little Rock High School
09.2020 - 05.2024
Social Worker
Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV)
06.2001 - 08.2020
M.A, Master of Arts - Higher Education Honors: Magna Cum Laude, Alpha Epsilon Lambda
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Master of Social Work - Magna Cum Laude, Golden Key Honor Society
University of Arkansas At Little Rock