Ayana Powell Email & Phone Number

Miami, Florida, United States

I am responsible for producing reports and analyzing data used for intensive funder and grant reporting, internal tracking, as well as maintaining data integrity, for Legal Services of Greater Miami, Inc. (LSGMI).• Work with the Grants Department to assist with grant proposals, track grant progress, and prepare grant reports.• Compile statistical data and provide analysis related to case closures and compliance with internal organizational policies and funder requirements, and create dashboards and visualizations to exemplify findings.• Participate in the preparation of audits and site visits such as those for the Legal Services Corporation (LSC).• Work with Chief Program & Innovation Officer to ensure that LSGMI’s case management system, LegalServer, is adequately equipped with measures for compliance tracking, and make suggestions for improvements based on needs.• Utilize LegalServer’s reporting system to analyze data for external and internal reports and audits.• Monitor data integrity and ensure that case handlers are entering necessary data into the system.• Enhance and automate existing reporting and business compliance efforts where necessary.• Review contracts and document compliance requirements across all funding sources and maintain system for tracking the requirements.• Work with the Chief Program & Innovation Officer to update the Program Manual to align with compliance requirements when applicable.

Miami, Florida, United States

As a member of the Tenants’ Rights Unit, I assisted the Expanded Representation Program by helping individuals and families, including people of color who are disproportionately represented among those evicted, people with limited English proficiency and people with disabilities, avoid eviction or minimize the disruption and damage caused by the eviction process. I was responsible for the following tasks in this position:• Drafted legal documents under the supervision of attorneys• Managed and complied with strict deadlines• Prepared and filed documents for clients, utilized E-File System• Communicated with clients and third parties regarding cases and matters• Provided support for attorneys, including performing office administrative tasks and legal research• Participated in weekly case review• Attended client and other meetings as instructed by my supervising attorney• Organized documents• Notarized and/or witnessed documents for clients• Kept all client files updated with relevant communications and documents• Trained new hire Attorneys, Legal Specialists, and Paralegals on Tenants' Rights Unit practices

Miami, Florida, United States

Remote

The mission of Unity Therapy is to inspire healing and promote wellness in families, communities, and you! * Design, plan and implement business strategies, plans and procedures* Set comprehensive goals for business growth and success* Establish policies and procedures that promote company culture and vision* Oversee daily operations and the work of clinicians* Lead employees with an example * Analyze and interpret data and metrics* Create reports for the management* Take the lead in expansion activities * Maintain relationships with partners and vendors* Community Outreach

Tallahassee, Florida Area

* Improve access to legal assistance for elders with critical needs through the Florida Legal Aid Enhancement Project (FLAEP), a federally-funded project * Conduct outreach efforts to effectively educate eligible clients and the broader aging network about problems experienced by this population that are amenable to legal solutions, how legal assistance can help resolve the priority issues identified in the Older Americans Act (OAA), and how and where such legal assistance may be sought * Analyze complex issues and obtain results to positively impact clients and the community* Draft legal documents and maintain familiarity with court filing requirements, including electronic case filing, and filed documents (including Elder Care Access) as per those requirements, when needed or requested by the FLAEP Attorney

Tallahassee, Florida Area

* Supervised and provided instruction to staff in the clerical department; encouraged growth and professional development through goal setting and ensured that they were mindful of the agency’s mission and their responsibilities* Represented attorneys by communicating and obtaining information; followed-up on delegated assignments; responsibly knowing when to act and when to refer matters to an attorney* Conserved staff attorneys’ time by reading, researching, reviewing, verifying, and routing correspondence, reports and legal documents; drafted letters and documents; collected and analyzed case information* Maintained familiarity with court filing requirements, including electronic case filing, and filed documents (including bankruptcies) as per those requirements, when needed or requested by the attorney* Prepared analytical reports for funding sources and reviewed case files and/or data recorded in the Case Management system, Legal Server* Managed the agency’s client trust account by accepting currency for court expenses, delivering bank deposits, and accurately recording the transactions* Coordinated travel arrangements and wellness activities for the agency’s staff* Participated in the hiring process for clerical positions and recommended final candidates for hire* Provided historical reference by developing and utilizing filing and retrieval systems; maintained transcripts; documenting and maintaining evidence* Maintained a high level of computer skills and took initiative to train and assist staff with IT troubleshooting needs and provided ongoing audio/visual assistance* Communicated with vendors for building needs and managed the agency’s inventory to guarantee a sufficient stock of office supplies remained available and ensured the operation of equipment by coordinating preventive maintenance requirements

Tallahassee, Florida Area

* Provided clerical support to attorneys and ensured the accuracy of outgoing correspondence and legal documents* Provided back-up and support in the office reception area, including review of applications for legal services as to their completeness, data entry of applications, assisting applicants in a polite and helpful manner in understanding and completing their forms, producing/processing application status letters, and answering and directing telephone calls* Collected information from clients, such as those with bankruptcy cases, and prepared necessary documents to be filed in court* Assisted the Lead Secretary with preparation of reports for funding sources, reviews of case files and/or data recorded in the Case Management System for completeness or correctness, submitted reports to the Human Resources office, and completed statistical reports requested by administration, etc.

Tallahassee, Florida Area

* Served as Master of Ceremonies for events such as weddings, birthdays, charity events, seminars, sales meetings, business meetings, and virtual events* Officiated weddings and various non-denominational services and provided pre-marital counseling services* Conducted research, analyzed venues, and acquired resources to help clients make decisions about event options* Maintained an organized accounting system and managed the companies annual budget* Developed and managed the company’s website and multiple social media outlets

Tallahassee, Florida Area

As an Independent Contractor, I provided transportation to North Florida and South Georgia residents who were injured while working and had active Florida Division for Workers Compensation claims. The patients were transported to and from their medical appointments, pharmacies, and other locations, as needed.

317 E. Call St.

Girls Empowerment Coordinator (October 2016 – March 2016)*Coordinate and implement all aspects of the girls empowerment programs including groups, field trips, projects, activities and serve as the liaison for girls service sites*Supervise and train the Girls Empowerment Team including Girls Circle Facilitators, Social Work Interns, Camp Counselors, and Volunteers*Serve as the primary contact for the Girls Circles, Girls for Change, and Girls Can Do Anything! *Summer Camp programs and choose the appropriate curriculum and activities for age and developmental level participants across the programs*Administer, score, maintain and submit pre- and post-surveys, intake paperwork, sign-in sheets, case notes, and other grant required documentation in a timely and accurate manner*Maintain a positive, cooperative relationship with team members, service sites, parents or caregivers, stakeholders, and community partners

317 E. Call Street, Tallahassee, Fl

*Worked in partnership with the Executive Director to ensure that all contractual obligations were met in accordance with the agency’s staffing agreement with the City of Tallahassee Commission and Leon County Board of County Commissioners *Planned, coordinated and publicly noticed all meetings, Commission related events and activities *Created and published documents which exemplified a favorable public image for Oasis and the Commission *Engaged with all Commissioners and members of the public in a friendly, professional manner. *Planned and organized workflow to ensure administrative and programmatic duties were carried out in a timely manner. *Exemplified highly responsive, organized, thorough and professional oral and written communication with Commissioners, community stakeholders and the City and County *Assisted in the development and reconciliation of the Commission budget *Stewarded Commission communications including communications via phone, email, Constant Contact, social media and website *Performed all necessary functions and requirements of the Chapter 286 (Sunshine Law), Chapter 112, Part III (Code of Ethics), and Chapter 119 (Public Records Law) of the Florida Statutes pertaining to the operation of the Commission

* Collect and report accurate program data, including but not limited to HMIS reporting and HUD/funding source required data * Serve as an ongoing liaison between the Continuum of Care lead agency for the Big Bend (Florida Panhandle) area and HMIS and Coordinated Intake and Assessment participants* Provide training and expertise on how to navigate the HMIS system and client profiles per program guidelines and funding requirements * Manage and prioritize the CoC’s Coordinated Intake and Assessment Housing Priority List based on VI-SPDAT scores

* Communicate effectively with staff, clients, donors, and volunteers via oral, written, and electronic correspondence * Conduct intake process and provide crisis intervention to clients * Collect and send payments, maintain organization in the administrative office, and order supplies * Respond and assist clients in a timely manner, while providing information about our agency, community resources and referrals to services pertaining to their needs

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

*Responsible for general hospitality management, administration and security, managing guests’ reservations *Monitored physical facilities, client accommodations, access use patterns, identified repairs and suggested improvements*Prepared marketing materials, informational reports and status documents as requested by the (Hostel) Manager

Washington D.C. Metro Area

* Responsible for general hospitality management, administration and security, managing guests’ reservations*Coordinate activities and events for guests using community resources and connections* Monitored physical facilities, client accommodations, access use patterns, identified repairs and suggested improvements * Prepared marketing materials, informational reports and status documents as requested by the (Hostel) Manager

Washington D.C. Metro Area

During this fellowship, I focused primarily on social services within the progressive, nonprofit sector and how systemic political and policy work can be an important avenue to affect change.

Tallahassee, Florida Area

*Responsible for handling general customer service and student troubleshooting in the Academic Computing Lab*Conducted lab technology updates, refreshed and replaced hardware, and routinely updated the network’s software*Provided technical support to lab customers while handling the general customer service of the lab

Tallahassee, Florida Area

*Primary source of contact for Clients*Coordinated the attorney schedule *Performed research and analysis of routine legal problems and issues, managed media outreach*Assisted in the preparation of legal contracts, deeds, leases, and other legal documents*Reviewed administrative licensing case files, draft notices of non-compliance, and settlement agreements

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Humanities/Humanistic Studies

Activities and Societies: Pride Student Union

Master Of Science - Ms, Legal Studies, General, 3.3

The Master of Science in Legal Studies program provided a solid foundation in legal doctrine and concepts while developing and refining my.

Doctor Of Law - Jd, Law