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Seattle, Washington, United States

Seattle, Washington, United States

Greater Seattle Area

Provided leadership for housing development projects in Washington State, including real estate development project management, project pipeline execution and planning, and staff development and supervision.

Greater Seattle Area

• Manages all aspects and phases of residential and commercial real estate development, including feasibility analysis, site acquisition, securing project financing, design-development, and construction management• Has managed and/or assisted with development of projects producing or preserving over 433 units of affordable family and senior housing in Seattle and Washington State• Evaluates and provides recommendations on local housing policy, funding priorities, and entitlement… Show more • Manages all aspects and phases of residential and commercial real estate development, including feasibility analysis, site acquisition, securing project financing, design-development, and construction management• Has managed and/or assisted with development of projects producing or preserving over 433 units of affordable family and senior housing in Seattle and Washington State• Evaluates and provides recommendations on local housing policy, funding priorities, and entitlement processes by collaborating with local nonprofit leaders, design and construction teams, public funders, and policy makers Show less

Seattle, Wa

Reviewed literature, synthesized existing research, and provided policy and program analysis in support of the Northwest Area Foundation’s initiatives on poverty alleviation and asset-building strategies. Prepared 12 policy research reports for the Foundation and grantee organizations and presented research at biennial Poverty Roundtable conference (Spring 2012)

Conducted research as a member of a HOPE VI public housing redevelopment evaluation team. Managed, cleaned, and analyzed survey data from public housing residents to determine the effect of relocation on economic, health, and neighborhood quality outcomes. Collaborated with research team to develop yearly reports to the Department of Housing and Urban Development on the status of the redevelopment project and resident experience. Provided data support and written contributions to articles and… Show more Conducted research as a member of a HOPE VI public housing redevelopment evaluation team. Managed, cleaned, and analyzed survey data from public housing residents to determine the effect of relocation on economic, health, and neighborhood quality outcomes. Collaborated with research team to develop yearly reports to the Department of Housing and Urban Development on the status of the redevelopment project and resident experience. Provided data support and written contributions to articles and publications regarding the effect of involuntary relocation for public housing residents. Show less

Department Of Psychiatry

Assisting with experimental research of a substance abuse intervention in the mentally-ill population. Recruit subjects from Community Psychiatric Clinics and gather, record, and organize research study data. Use data management software to enter, analyze, and assess gathered data.

Worked as legislative intern in the District One office of King County Council Chair Bob Ferguson. Researched, analyzed, and prepared briefs, correspondence, press releases, and other documents. Assisted with outreach, communications, and policy efforts, including analyzing and preparing an update to the King County Emergency Management Plan. Drafted ordinances and recognitions for the County Council and completed miscellaneous policy tasks as directed.

Designed and implemented new Speaker’s Bureau program to recruit volunteers, publicize organization’s mission, and advance results of nonpartisan Candidate Evaluations. Established relationships with leaders of community organizations, built roster of potential speakers & audience organizations, and coordinated arrangements at Speaker’s Bureau events. Provided input into speakers’ presentation, including developing PowerPoint design and communication strategy.

• Directed a unit of three case managers and 19 residents with severe and persistent mental illness in an Office of Mental Health Licensed Apartment Treatment Program.• Conducted hiring, training, on-going supervision, and performance evaluations of case managers. • Provided clinical oversight and intervention for residents’ psychiatric treatment. • Collaborated with Quality Assurance Department to review and develop program adjustments to comply with Office of Mental Health… Show more • Directed a unit of three case managers and 19 residents with severe and persistent mental illness in an Office of Mental Health Licensed Apartment Treatment Program.• Conducted hiring, training, on-going supervision, and performance evaluations of case managers. • Provided clinical oversight and intervention for residents’ psychiatric treatment. • Collaborated with Quality Assurance Department to review and develop program adjustments to comply with Office of Mental Health regulations. • Oversaw all apartment/building maintenance operations, including reviewing and completing bids and furniture orders, and conducting purchasing and contract negotiations, for all 54 bedrooms in program. • Developed and initiated training program for new case manager hires and conducted training presentations. • Lowered statistics for Length of Stay of residents to ensure program compliance with OMH guidelines. • Established Consumer Advisory Board regulations and By-Laws and acted as Co-Chairman to the Advisory Board to facilitate effective resident input in agency function. • Directed discharge procedures for residents graduating to Level I Supported Housing. Show less

• Provided case management services to a primary caseload of seven residents and to a secondary caseload of 12 residents. Collaborated with various service providers, including psychiatrists, therapists, hospitals, and Medicaid officials to ensure psychiatric compliance of residents.• Conducted quarterly Service Plan reviews and bi-annual Utilization Reviews for all residents in caseload. • Provided indirect supervision to other counselors in program, including conducting bi-weekly… Show more • Provided case management services to a primary caseload of seven residents and to a secondary caseload of 12 residents. Collaborated with various service providers, including psychiatrists, therapists, hospitals, and Medicaid officials to ensure psychiatric compliance of residents.• Conducted quarterly Service Plan reviews and bi-annual Utilization Reviews for all residents in caseload. • Provided indirect supervision to other counselors in program, including conducting bi-weekly chart audits. • Assisted Program Director in supervisor’s absence. Show less

• Conducted phone outreach and interviews on behalf of the New York Department of Health.• Developed program for outreach to non-English speakers and trained interviewers in Language Line surveying.

• Conducted extensive fundraising for efforts to expand funding for Medicaid’s Prescription Drug program.• Expanded membership base for grass-roots organization.• Collaborated with local officials and community organizers to petition state and national representatives.• Attended and participated in annual Progressive Action Network conference in Minneapolis, MN.• Participated in development program for trainers of new fundraiser hires.

Master'S Degree, Urban Planning

Activities and Societies: Specialization in Real Estate Studies. Served as Senator in the Graduate and Professional Student Senate.

Master Of Public Administration (M.P.A.)

Activities and Societies: Received 2011 Daniel J. Evans Student Leadership Award for Outstanding Leadership. Served as Senator.

Bachelor Of Arts, Psychology

Activities and Societies: Graduated Cum Laude. Received Founder's Day Award for scholastic achievement. Studied abroad in Madrid, Spain.