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New Haven County, Connecticut, United States

New Haven, Ct

Equity- focused professional development and hiring* Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategies* Organizational Development* Workplace Justice

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practices* Talent Pipelines* Employee Relations* Employment Law and Compliance* Training and Development

• Collaborate with Director to identify key programmatic, staffing, and operational items to ensure implementation of workforce development program services for young people ages 16 to 24• Member of senior management team and works to develop annual goals and outcomes for existing and new department services• Oversee the work flow of information technology, human resources, and finance systems • Manage, coordinate and integrate all career and training services to ensure participants are receiving supports to achieve their educational and career goals• Track program goals and outcomes for government and private contractual expectations • Supervise and collaborate with management staff on service delivery and integration on workforce and education programming• Adhere to the Non-discrimination and Equal Opportunity provisions for Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) (29 CFR Part 38) and Federal Title IX • Review and edit agency’s written policies to ensure policies are nondiscriminatory • Comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504• Orientate staff/ participants/ linkages/ subcontractors on the Non-discrimination and Equal Opportunity provisions for WIOA

• Assured the organization established a long-range strategy which achieves the organization’s mission• Increased the organization’s revenue from $300,000 to $600,000 in one year by diversifying fundraising contacts • Provided leadership in developing employment programs, organizational and financial plans with the Board of Directors and staff• Maintained official records and documents, and ensured compliance with federal, state and local regulations• Maintained working knowledge of significant workforce developments and trends in the retail and non-profit industries• Screened and recruited for employment and volunteer opportunities • Developed job descriptions, conducted performance evaluations, and ensured sound human resource practices were in place• Maintained a climate which attracts, keeps, and motivates a diverse staff of top quality people• Developed and maintained sound financial practices• Worked with the staff, Finance Committee, and the board in preparing a budget• Ensured that adequate funds are available to permit the organization to carry out its work

• Supervised workforce development staff and career mentors in employment and workforce activities • Coordinated and planned workforce related services, such as hiring events and recruitment fairs for members and participants• Recruited and trained over 200 candidates in events for retail employers and community partners • Hired and trained workforce development staff in employer outreach, recruitment and interviewing • Developed programs and strategies to increase member employability and advancement • Designed, implemented and launched CREW (Connecting Retailers with an Exceptional Workforce) program to employer outreach and candidate recruitment • Coordinated and facilitated workshops on resume building, interview techniques and employment laws• Collected data and evaluated program to assist with writing grants; manage program budget

Brooklyn, Ny

• Led and supervised employment team in achieving employment goals through job matching and individual job planning• Recruited, interviewed and hired candidates for professional positions within the organization • Planned, designed and managed career development projects, such as internship placement and resume building• Trained and provided services to approximately 100 job seekers per year and maintained relationships with job seekers for career development and advancement purposes• Coordinated with outside training organizations to help job candidates retain and advance skills • Cultivated and maintained business relationships with employers and internship providers • Co-led communications committee to foster teamwork and interdepartmental communication

Social Service Agency helping individuals with disabilities achieve their fullest potential at work and in the community.; Career counseled adults with special needs on interviewing techniques and on the job best practicesConducted mock interviews with clients, created resumes and cover letters, and reviewed applicationsDeveloped business relationships with competitive employers in retail, food services, and healthcare industries Co-developed company's first-ever Communications Committee and assessed organization's needs Served on communications committee to improve organization wide communication

Statewide non-profit agency that provides direct mental health services to adults.; Coordinated office functions for eight case managers and a program managerUsed Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint to organize schedules, prepare documents and create presentationsManaged calendars and scheduled appointments with clients and guests

Observed and participated in therapy groups with clients and psychologistsDocumented client behaviors according to Connecticut Department of Mental Health guidelinesSupervised clients taking medication and reported medical concerns

Master'S Of Arts, Industrial And Organizational Psychology

Bachelor Of Science, Human Development And Family Studies

Education record

PROFESSIONAL TRAININGS Workforce Professionals Training Institute Completed trainings on: Organizational Marketing Materials, Employer.