Tiffany Koehler
U.S. Army Veteran & MSW Candidate
Washington County,WI
Summary
Currently serving as DAV Chapter 19 Commander. Former Behavioral Science Specialist in the United States Army, Experienced, diplomatic professional demonstrating advocacy, leadership and engaging stakeholders across various sectors. Experienced in government, political, and non-profit strategic planning. Proficiency in local, state, federal policies and laws impacting individuals. Experienced professional focused on meeting or exceeding objectives seeking Public Health Social Worker 1 position. Offers advanced training and knowledge of industry best practices. Recognized for leadership, planning abilities and clear, direct communication style.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Evaluator Intern
Milwaukee Turners
Milwaukee , WI
06.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented variety of innovative policies and strategies to promote community-oriented education.
- Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
- Participated in staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
- Conducted community events to promote different programs and educate public on Milwaukee Turners available services.
- Developed and implemented online program surveys to promote continuous program improvement.
- Helped develop monthly schedules and assignments.
- Contributed article for monthly newsletter that reaches over 6,000 members.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to complete projects on time.
Veteran Field Representative
Wisconsin Department Of Veterans Affairs
Madison, WI
03.2018 - 03.2021
- Experienced liaison that promotes WDVA benefits, programs and initiatives to veterans, stakeholders and organizations
- Connected groups to opportunities that work to assist veterans
- Educated business community to partner with WDVA collaborative efforts to increase employment opportunities for veterans and to encourage businesses to become veteran ready
- Work closely with WDVA leadership to evaluate policies and legislation that impact women veterans
- Solid legislative relationships to support WDVA
- Write correspondence in various forms from preparation of briefs, engaging on social media and contributing, editing and launching Women Veteran electronic newsletter via GovDelivery monthly
- Increased new Facebook followers by more than 400 for the Women Veterans of Wisconsin page
- Work closely with colleagues to facilitate WDVA sponsored events throughout the state.
Legislative Aide
Wisconsin State Legislature
Madison, WI
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Met with elected officials, lobbyists, and constituents regarding legislative issues.
- Assembled, interpreted and analyzed information to determine potential impact or outcome of legislation on local and state government agencies.
- Provided high standard of constituent care.
- Oversaw and managed legislative office budget.
- Prepared content for e-Updates, district newsletter and survey.
- Represented legislator at events involving elected officials and community leaders.
- Managed social media and as a result increased online activity and participation.
- Submitted reports to senior management to aid in business decision-making and planning.
- Oversaw scheduling and coordinating committee meetings for state legislator.
Housing Director
St. Catherine Residence, Inc
Milwaukee, WI
11.2010 - 02.2014
- Led team of fourteen employees, provided performance reviews and developed organizational trainings.
- Collaborated with multiple agencies and individuals to provide safe, affordable housing to one hundred-fifty-eight women and children.
- Designed and implemented internal policies and programs in compliance with the United States Housing & Urban Development.
- Supportive Housing Program and Milwaukee County's Wraparound Program.
- Member of Continuum of Care and participated annually in Point-In-Time counts with local law enforcement's homeless outreach team.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Administered room occupancy verification processes following move-ins and move-outs.
- Worked with case managers to coordinate team development activities and trainings.
- Maintained housing office systems and focused on web-based housing occupancy management system.
- Developed and created programs and monitored effectiveness against individual participant needs.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members offering exceptional talent and brought great skills to team.
- Oversaw fourteen staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
Behavioral Health Specialist
United States Army
Oahu , HI
03.1994 - 06.2004
- Created progress reports, assessments and charting within required timeframes.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Identified appropriate treatment resources and recommended patients for these services.
- Worked closely with active duty personnel and their families on bases and at in-patient facilities..
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve soldier's level of functioning.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Encouraged patients to discuss experiences in group and individual settings.
- Displayed sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of soldier's and their families served.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI12.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI12.2006
Certificate - Behavioral Science
U.S. Army Health And Science Academy
San Antonio, TX07.1994
Skills
- Strong oral and written communications, Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, Excel, social media
- Platforms ie Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn, multi-task management, community
- Engagement, public speaking, program development, creative thinker, problem solver
- Issue Resolution
- Growth Planning
- Effective Working Relationships
- Critical Thinking
- Client Needs Assessment
- Active Listening
- Focused Observation
- Client Rapport-Building
- Organizational Systems
- Networking
Affiliations
- American Legion, Disabled American Veterans, United Women Veterans'
- Phi Kappa Phi
- Cardinal Stritch Multicultural Image Award
- National Dean’s List
- Who’s Who in American Universities & Colleges
- Cardinal Stritch University Leadership Award
Timeline
Program Evaluator Intern
Milwaukee Turners
06.2022 - Current
Veteran Field Representative
Wisconsin Department Of Veterans Affairs
03.2018 - 03.2021
Legislative Aide
Wisconsin State Legislature
12.2016 - 02.2018
Housing Director
St. Catherine Residence, Inc
11.2010 - 02.2014
Behavioral Health Specialist
United States Army
03.1994 - 06.2004
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Cardinal Stritch University
Certificate - Behavioral Science
U.S. Army Health And Science Academy
Volunteer Experience
- DAV Department of Wisconsin, Chair of Women Veterans Committee, Member of Finance Committee, 2020- Present
- Chapter 19, Senior Vice Commander 2019-Present
- Big Brother & Big Sisters of Washington County, Board Member, 2020- Present
- National Association of State Women Veteran Coordinator, Secretary 2019-2020
- American Legion, Vice Commander, Chaplain, Service Officer, Editor 2004- Present
- Aurora Institutional Review Board, Member 2000-
- YMCA West Bend, LIVESTRONG, Class Volunteer 2016
- Wisconsin Federation of Republican Women, Biennial Resolutions Committee 2013
- SE Wisconsin Youth Anti-Drug Campaign, Member & Chair of Policy Committee 2014
- Member, Greater Milwaukee Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force, Member
- Salvation Army of Greater Milwaukee, Advisory Board Chair 2005-2011
- USO Milwaukee, Board Member 2008-2009 March on Milwaukee, Board Member 2006
- Justice 2000, Vice Chair, Board Member 2004-2008
- National Alliance the Mentally Ill of Greater Milwaukee, Volunteer 2002-2005
- American Red Cross, Disaster Action Team 1995-1997
- Milwaukee Police Department District 5, Auxiliary Police Officer 1993-1996
Volunteer Experience
- DAV Department of Wisconsin, Chair of Women Veterans Committee, Member of Finance Committee, 2020- Present
- Chapter 19, Senior Vice Commander 2019-Present
- Big Brother & Big Sisters of Washington County, Board Member, 2020- Present
- National Association of State Women Veteran Coordinator, Secretary 2019-2020
- American Legion, Vice Commander, Chaplain, Service Officer, Editor 2004- Present
- Aurora Institutional Review Board, Member 2000-
- YMCA West Bend, LIVESTRONG, Class Volunteer 2016
- Wisconsin Federation of Republican Women, Biennial Resolutions Committee 2013
- SE Wisconsin Youth Anti-Drug Campaign, Member & Chair of Policy Committee 2014
- Member, Greater Milwaukee Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force, Member
- Salvation Army of Greater Milwaukee, Advisory Board Chair 2005-2011
- USO Milwaukee, Board Member 2008-2009 March on Milwaukee, Board Member 2006
- Justice 2000, Vice Chair, Board Member 2004-2008
- National Alliance the Mentally Ill of Greater Milwaukee, Volunteer 2002-2005
- American Red Cross, Disaster Action Team 1995-1997
- Milwaukee Police Department District 5, Auxiliary Police Officer 1993-1996