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Conducts needs analysis to assess learning needs for organizations utilizing differing modalities Drive design and development of training courses and curriculum utilizing varying LMS (i.e., Docebo, Canvas, Google Classroom, Blackboard). Project manage the design work with subject matter experts, identify the appropriate delivery method enabling effective learning. Appropriately customize content for specific target audience needs.Utilize solid facilitation skills in training delivery. A demonstrated ability to pivot/adjust content during class based on audience/participants. Follow up engagement post-session facilitating learning reinforcement through debriefs.Develop assessments, evaluations, and learning activities to evaluate overall training effectiveness. Provide results and feedback to management, recommend training or process modifications.

As an Account Manager I establish relationships with clients and job seekers to strategically implement initiatives to attract and retain highly qualified job seekers of diverse backgrounds. We provide clients with relevant DEI focused recruitment solutions utilizing Getting Hired’s full-service approach.

Brittany is the Founder of Soulraiye Enterprises, LLC- an organization that develops and conducts DEI and leadership trainings and workshops.Essential Functions Include:.DEI HR Consulting/ Curriculum Development/ Training and DevelopmentProvides coaching and mentorship as a DEI subject matter expert as well as contributing perspective, insights, knowledge, and the enablement of all students and employees.Designs and facilitates diversity, equity, and inclusion training and enablement planning tailored to roles at all levels in differing corporate, non-profit and academic organizations.

Accomplishments- National finalist for Advancing Diversity by American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) for Diversity Certificate at FSCJ 2020Essential Functions Include:. DEI HR Consultant/Adjunct Instructor Provided coaching and mentorship as a DEI subject matter expert as well as contributing perspective, insights, knowledge, and the enablement of all students and employees.Designed and facilitated diversity, equity, and inclusion training and enablement planning tailored to roles at all levels in the organization.Brought strong awareness of diversity issues and remediation approaches to the student body and overall campus.Student Engagement Advisor II/ Diversity & Social Change Initiatives Planned, organized, and coordinated activities, including: trainings, workshops, conferences, luncheons, assemblies, for underserved populationsMonitored the annual budget, receipts, and disbursements staying within budget parameters, and provided timely reports to the appropriate parties Created special events, managed volunteers, marketed programming, recruited students, monitored budget, partnered with campus departments, built relationships with the greater community to create an inclusive campus culture Oversaw the execution of department-sponsored cultural programming for the college community. Developed assessments for measuring the effectiveness of initiatives and programs. Assisted in identifying educational, career and personal goals; promoted programs and services that assisted students with success in their academic career pursuits; identified/advised diverse student populations to ensure continued academic progress Collaborated with leadership to implement student success programs and initiativesConducted information gathering for the purpose of evaluating and adjusting program plan when necessary.

Accomplishment- Researched, Designed, Implemented and Executed first career readiness week for 30 selected underrepresented undergraduate students. Created strategic plan to address systemic inequities and mitigate employability gap for diverse student populations. Essential Functions Include:. Program Management of EDGE Program at Stetson University.Oversaw logistics to include developing timeline; student selection/recruitment, overseeing budget, scheduling presenters and mentors, transportation, hotel etc.Engaged and collaborated with Stetson staff, employers, and alums for networking and training sessions Facilitated career readiness workshops utilizing innovative techniques and proven job coaching methods. Communicated with and followed-up with all involved stakeholders; analyzed and reported outcomes to grant provider.Evaluated program effectiveness by assessing student learning and satisfaction through interviews and survey.

Accomplishment: Presented at Housing Leadership InstituteWorkshop Title: Change Begins With Me Short Description: Practical ways to become an effective advocate for social change/justice on campus and in future career settings- - Inclusiveness, advocacy, diversity, self-awareness (ways in which people subconsciously further stereotypes, culturally appropriate & invalidate others perceived experiences etc.)Supervised and evaluated 3 Resident Assistants/Student staff, provided informal weekly or bi-weekly feedback and formal semester evaluations for each staff memberProvided a mentoring relationship that assisted with the development of student staff through regular one on one meetings Developed written agendas for weekly staff meetings Assisted Coordinator in the planning/facilitation of weekly community staff meeting and create a community staff development plan Coordinated RA duty scheduling for assigned community Conducted student staff training and selection including facilitation of in-community training- training which focused on improving soft skills, accountability, professionalism etc. Worked with Coordinator to address instances where employee discipline must occur Develop goals and objectives with Coordinator for student staff and community, assist and/or oversee assessment for these Committee Member of the Student Staff Development Housing Committee

Accomplishment- Created a strategic plan for the implementation of PACE Reach, an outpatient therapeutic support services program established October 2015 with a waiting list of 50 students upon program inception.98% Success rate with meeting or exceeding center census throughout my time with the program. This was achieved through developing recruitment processes, establishing protocols and coalition building to ensure program visibility.Essential Functions Include:.Assisted with the development of the PACE Works Program a career readiness curriculum targeting at-risk youthCommunity/Inter-Agency Liaison. Served as first contact to families and girls who were considering the PACE program. Provided direct/indirect services such as client assessment, treatment/educational services referrals for court, school district, agencies etc. Assessed the appropriateness of placement of the youth into the PACE program. Placed student into team/group to encourage holistic growth and assist with student safety. Developed Database of Outside Referral SourcesCompiled bio-psychosocial documentation for intake. Active member of intake team to assess client needs.Maintained Center Census thru Marketing, Presentations, Recruitment fairs etc. following specified regulations and protocols. Coordinator of Internal Program Evaluation for Hillsborough location.

Accomplishment: Developed and implemented professional development presentations for undergraduate students. Was nominated for and assumed the role of President of Social Work Association of Graduate Students. During tenure oversaw the development of numerous community service projects, improved program visibility, raised capital and oversaw the student organization budget implementation. Essential Functions Include:.Assisting the Social Work Graduate School Department in maintaining contact with Social Service Agencies Connecting students with community agencies to fulfill internship and practicum requirement. Creating and Implementing Quarterly Community Engagement Activity. Developing innovative techniques to track essential data within the Field Education Department Assists with Maintaining/Updating Records and documentation ensuring accordance with acceptable standards.Mentoring undergraduate students. Employ conflict/crisis intervention techniques