Sherise Parker, MSW
Columbus,OH
Summary
A seasoned leader, who brings a well-researched, sensible, and solution-oriented approach to drive organizational success. Dedicated to empowering teams and aims to serve as the "company's conscious" which cultivates a healthy and inclusive organizational culture.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Franklin County Children Services
07.2024 - Current
- Developed strategic plans to optimize program performance and resource allocation.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
- Research and analyze program data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for enhancement.
- Facilitated workshops to drive collaborative problem-solving among team members and stakeholders.
- Led cross-functional teams to execute project timelines and deliverables.
Dean of Students
One School Christian Academy
10.2021 - 05.2024
- Spearheaded development of in-depth SEL (Social-Emotional Learning) curriculum for K-8 students, resulting in measurable 45% improvement in student well-being, and contributed to 50% reduction of behavioral incident per week.
- Established Advisory Curriculum, resulting in stronger student-teacher relationships and enhanced students' self-efficacy.
- Promoted to Dean of Students, establishing school culture, enforcing disciplinary procedures, and contributing to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, including grant writing and fundraising efforts benefitting our underserved students.
- Partnered with administrators in recruitment and selection process for new teaching staff during 2023-2024 school year.
- Collaborated on the design and delivery of onboarding training sessions for a cohort of 40 employees.
Social Work Internship
Shifting Paradigms Counseling And Consulting, PC
05.2021 - 08.2023
- Provided clients (adults, children and families) with counseling services.
- Expanded my workload and took on macro-level tasks such as: finding potential grants, community organizing, review and monitor policy revisions, forming strategic alliances just to name a few.
- Streamlined office processes for improved efficiency and time management through regular organization and filing.
- Assisted in design process for promotional materials which contributed to raising brand awareness among target audiences.
Program Director
Hope for Harvest
05.2018 - 09.2021
- Managed and overseen all administrative aspects of Hope for Harvest: including planning, organizing, staffing, leading, and controlling program activities for disadvantaged youth.
- Implemented Restorative Practices for summer programs, resulting in notable improvement in participant behavior. This initiative contributed to substantial reduction in incident reports, creating safer and more positive camp environment compared to previous years.
- Ensured 100% of academic and project goals were met by camp participants prior to Summer Camp Graduations.
- Established internal standards for employee conduct and compliance, managed misconduct and complaints against staff. These efforts contributed to maintaining professional and respectful organizational culture.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Case Western Reserve University
11.2023
Bachelors of Arts in Interpersonal Communication -
Kent State University
05.2015
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Creative Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Emotional Intelligence
- Oral Communication
- Coaching and Training
- Auditing Files
- Outreach
Timeline
Program Manager
Franklin County Children Services
07.2024 - Current
Dean of Students
One School Christian Academy
10.2021 - 05.2024
Social Work Internship
Shifting Paradigms Counseling And Consulting, PC
05.2021 - 08.2023
Program Director
Hope for Harvest
05.2018 - 09.2021
Bachelors of Arts in Interpersonal Communication -
Kent State University
Master of Science - Social Work
Case Western Reserve University
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