Compassionate Community Health Worker with over 10 years of experience in fast-paced positions. Committed to helping community members improve wellness through hands-on support and education. Eager to secure an entry-level Junior Epidemiologist position to increase the scope of practice in disease prevention, education and treatment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health & Outreach Director
Kids World Performing Arts
10.2018 - Current
Developed, delivered and evaluated healthy lifestyle program and provided professional development training for careers in nutrition and public health.
Set up community health education and promotion programs to reduce chronic conditions via Zoom and YouTube.
Collaborated with local organizations to expand health services and resources
Led team of 6 interns to distribute health literacy.
Created and distributed health-related education materials to improve program awareness
Facilitated health screenings with follow-up care to target specific issues
Communicable Disease Investigator I
San Bernardino County Public Health Department
06.2020 - 09.2022
Conducted Outbreak Investigations of Skilled nursing Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities, Memory Care Facilities, Hospitals and businesses during COVID-19 pandemic according to California Department of Public Health and Cal Occupational Safety & Health laws.
Identified risks proactively, preparing facilities for likely infections based on seasonal changes or current epidemiological trends.
Educated healthcare workers, patients and public about infectious and communicable disease transmission and prevention.
Trained state redirects and new case investigators on outbreak investigations, surveillance, and reporting procedures using CalREDIE, CalCONNECT and Manifest.
Maintained records and case reports
Perform telephone inquires to and from other local health jurisdictions regarding investigations.
Developmental Specialist
Bright Horizons Child Development Services
10.2016 - 07.2019
Managed caseload of 6 infants
Provide home-based early intervention services for 0-3 year old's who were at risk for developmental delays and or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Assess infants using DAYC-2 test to identify children birth through 3 with possible delays
Complete quarterly, six month and annual reports for consumer families and regional centers.
Applied Behavior Analysis Therapist
Autism Response Team
10.2015 - 07.2019
Managed caseload of 3 school aged and adult consumers