Vanessa Williams
Summary
An experienced, results-driven project coordinator with a dual degree in Biology and Chemistry, complemented by extensive experience in leadership, coordination, and compliance. Demonstrated expertise in project management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. Adept at mastering new concepts, managing diverse teams, and driving operational efficiency. Excellent interpersonal and advocacy skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Healthcare Coordinator
Hamilton Area YMCA, Sawmill Branch
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Integral part of the management team, assisting with behavioral modification, scheduling, staff changes, attendance, and document acquisition.
- Coordinated meetings, recorded minutes, and tracked action items to streamline progress and organization.
- Assisted in developing training materials and organized workshops aimed at enhancing skill sets among staff members.
- Managed medical inventory and procured supplies within budget constraints.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety protocols, aligning with organizational and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated directly with management to ensure seamless communication between the management team and staff.
- Thorough, accurate, and prompt documentation and incident reporting.
- Skilled in medication management, including, collection, dispensing, and documentation.
- Experienced in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and data tracking.
- Facilitated frequent progress reports and presentations to keep management informed about ongoing activities within their respective domains.
- Ensured prompt resolution of conflicts or obstacles, helping maintain smooth workflow across departments.
- Certified in CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid (BLS)
Childcare Programs Director
Hamilton Area YMCA, JKR Branch
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Provided comprehensive training and support to site assistants.
- Administered budgeting, scheduling, and strategically allocated resources, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with state mandates.
- Proactively engaged with the local community, forming enduring positive relationships with community members and stakeholders.
- Applied project management software to organize and document team schedules, ensuring timely task execution.
- Developed detailed project schedules in Excel, tracking milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
- Devised and implemented educational and recreational programs for diverse age groups.
- Maintained a central repository for documentation, including attendance logs, program curriculum, and budget plans.
- Led project meetings, prepared progress reports, and updated management on project milestones.
- Exhibited strong learning and leadership skills, leading to a promotion from assistant to director within the first year.
- Proven organizational skills, accuracy, and ability to manage diverse teams.
- CPR and First Aid Certified.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
Project Manager/Executive Assistant
AmeriCorp, Hamilton Area YMCA
06.2022 - 09.2023
- Spearheaded the Hamilton Grant Program, aimed at providing inner-city youth with access to inaccessible facilities, resources, and educational opportunities.
- Effected impactful change in disadvantaged communities
- Developed and implemented grant-funded programs to address pandemic and summer-related learning loss, as well as food insecurity, in the local community
- Cultivated self-reliance, interpersonal skills, and wellness in adolescents.
- Responsible for overseeing, documenting and reporting COVID-19 cases, ensuring compliance with all new and updated regulations.
- Optimized project documentation, streamlined communication, mitigated risks, and managed administrative responsibilities.
- Developed clear timelines, milestones, and project goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to ensure timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Recognized for exceptional work ethic, resulting in a permanent position offer from a temporary role.
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
- Employed Microsoft Office applications to produce comprehensive reports, presentations, and grant proposals, streamlining documentation and enhancing team collaboration.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Managed projects from procurement to commission.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Howard University
Washington, DC01-2021
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Project Coordination
- Time Management
- Detail-oriented
- Team Coordination/Management
- Documentation Management
- Budgeting
- Collaboration
- Microsoft Office
- Interpersonal Communication
Certification
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Timeline
Healthcare Coordinator
Hamilton Area YMCA, Sawmill Branch
05.2024 - 09.2024
Childcare Programs Director
Hamilton Area YMCA, JKR Branch
08.2022 - 06.2024
Project Manager/Executive Assistant
AmeriCorp, Hamilton Area YMCA
06.2022 - 09.2023
- First Aid Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
Bachelor of Science - Biology/Chemistry
Howard University
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