Christina Tello, Msw Email & Phone Number

Asbury Park, Nj, Us

"An effective lay leader functions as the primary representative and role model of Christian discipleship and faith lived out in the church and in daily life. The lay leader works with the pastor to fulfill the mission and vision of the congregation."

Neptune, New Jersey, United States

Greater New York City Area

• Collaborates with the Director to oversee a $1M annual department budget• Develops & manages workflow procedures and trains staff accordingly• Applies for grants from government entities and charitable foundations• Monitors compliance and department activity• Strategizes to provide services to at-risk populations according to their needs• Submits Request for Professional Services applications for Affordable Housing contracts for purchase, rental, and rehabilitation projects• Drafts manuals and Order of Procedures for municipalities to implement housing assistance programs• Assists in the hiring, training, and oversight for department staff• Supervises and mentors Social Work interns

• Led team in providing housing counseling and disaster case management services to those recovering from Hurricane Sandy• Managed workflow between counseling staff and support staff• Trained and notified staff of all changes in programs and resources• Oversaw team in effectiveness• Assisted clients in resolving construction and housing-related issues• Assisted TBRA (Tenant-Base Rental Assistance) & LMI (Low-Moderate Income) program participants with financial and rental counseling• Regularly participated in outreach events in the greater community

• Created infrastructure at the agency level to prepare for the launch of the Hardest Hit Funds program for homeowners struggling due to the economic downturn of 2008• Created billing invoices and recorded expected funding• Managed processing and submission of applications for the entire agency• Led a team of employees, volunteers and interns to conduct eligibility assessments, collect required documentation, submit applications, and effectively communicate all facets of the program to applicants• Trained and notified staff of all program changes• Oversaw team in effectiveness and productivity• Contacted mortgage companies to determine available options for homeowners • Assisted clients preparing loss mitigation packages and educated them on the New Jersey Foreclosure process

• Obtained public benefits and emergency shelter for homeless and low-income clients• Reviewed public benefits budgets to ensure clients received correct assistance amounts• Supervised interns and provided guidance on non-legal issues• Requested fair hearings and represented clients to overturn unfavorable benefits decisions • Worked with attorneys to relay legal advice to clients and perform legal research• Reported team progress at department meetings

Hudson County, Nj

• One of 200 people selected in New Jersey to train with campaign staff• Completed community organizer training• Recruited, trained and led volunteers in voter registration, canvassing and other campaign events• Organized and participated in fundraising activities

Master Of Social Work (Msw), Global & Community Studies [Formerly International And Community Development]

Bachelor Of Science (Bs), Social Work

Activities and Societies: Kappa Lambda Psi Sorority, Marist Theatre [formerly Marist College Council on Theatre Arts (MCCTA)], Marist.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Campus Ministry, Drama Club, Environmental Club, Student Council, Music Club, Spanish Honor Society