COMMUNITY ADVOCATE-CARE MANAGEMENT INDEPENDENT ADVOCATE FOR COUNTY
Latrobe, PA
09.2005 - Current
Conducted outreach activities to local organizations and businesses to build relationships with key stakeholders in the community.
Facilitated workshops and seminars on topics such as health, education, poverty reduction and social justice.
Developed partnerships with other non-profit organizations to increase access to services for vulnerable populations.
Provided direct assistance to individuals in need by connecting them with resources in the area.
Assisted with grant writing efforts to secure additional funding for community initiatives.
Created informational materials about programs and services available within the community.
Participated in coalition meetings focused on creating positive change for marginalized communities.
Maintained accurate records of program activities, including data entry into a variety of databases.
Gathered feedback from participants regarding program effectiveness and areas for improvement.
Built key partnerships with community organizations to foster access to educational resources for under-served youth populations.
Developed and implemented programs to fill different community needs.
Coordinated referrals and communicated with providers to connect individuals with needed care and community resources.
Planned and managed different community meetings, public forums and outreach events.
Facilitated weekly meetings to discuss internal operational issues, current events, impacting community and advocacy.
Tracked data using spreadsheets to record pledges, phone calls and canvassing.
Distributed informational pamphlets and legislative contact information.
Recruited, trained and oversaw organizational volunteers.
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