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As a Legislative Policy Analyst in the Health and Human Services policy area, my duties included but were not limited to: collating policy research relative to the Florida Legislature, developing and conducting interviews with agency and legislative staff, designing and administering surveys, collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, using data-driven evidence to identify policy alternatives, and delivering timely reports to communicate results.

Teaching assistant for two graduate-level courses, Grant Writing and Grant Management and Social Welfare Policies and Services in the College of Social Work; and, a teaching assistant for two undergraduate-level courses, The Science of Nutrition and Functional Food and Human Health in the College of Health and Human Sciences. Assisted teaching faculty with course instruction, creating course materials and resources, grading assignments and exams, triaging students to university resources, and… Show more Teaching assistant for two graduate-level courses, Grant Writing and Grant Management and Social Welfare Policies and Services in the College of Social Work; and, a teaching assistant for two undergraduate-level courses, The Science of Nutrition and Functional Food and Human Health in the College of Health and Human Sciences. Assisted teaching faculty with course instruction, creating course materials and resources, grading assignments and exams, triaging students to university resources, and mentoring students. Facilitated group discussion and dialogue on lectures. Show less

Assisted in qualitative and quantitative data collection, entry, and analysis of a longitudinal examination of child welfare worker retention within Florida. Prepared, submitted, and presented findings at national conferences. Prepared and submitted research manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Assisted in the supervision of undergraduate and graduate student volunteers.Assisted Principal Investigator on development and submission for grant funding on a randomized… Show more Assisted in qualitative and quantitative data collection, entry, and analysis of a longitudinal examination of child welfare worker retention within Florida. Prepared, submitted, and presented findings at national conferences. Prepared and submitted research manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Assisted in the supervision of undergraduate and graduate student volunteers.Assisted Principal Investigator on development and submission for grant funding on a randomized clinical trial. Assisted in the submission of IRB materials. Assisted in data collection and entry of randomized clinical trial and animal models. Coordinated and collaborated with a research team to ensure the successful execution of research activities. Prepared and submitted research manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals. Show less

Responsible for advising undergraduate students in the development of academic schedules appropriate for stated education goals; Supervised and trained student employees within the College of Communication and Information; Analyzed corresponding information on techniques to improve student academic experience; Prepared and presented research proposal to a national conference

Provide case management services for families experiencing homelessness; Plan and review operational objectives for the program; Network with local agencies to develop collaborative partnerships within the community; Supervise family advocates.

Coordinate clinical and administrative paperwork related to client movement through the psychiatric system; Initiate and complete psychosocial assessments; Provide case management services including coordinating and linking clients to needed community services; Provided individual counseling/therapy for individuals undergoing a short-term crisis; Advocate for the client during stabilization process to community resources; Task supervisor for Master-level interns