Emily Parks Email & Phone Number

Washington, Dc, Us

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

• Provided outreach to clients referred for residential, psychiatric rehabilitation, and vocational programs to assess their eligibility for program services and refer individuals to appropriate outside agencies for services not offered by the program.• Coordinated eligible referrals through the intake process, schedule, and conduct in-depth applicant needs assessments across the state to evaluate needs, goals, and recommendations for assigned teams.• Completed psychosocial and diagnostic assessments for intake clients, documenting findings in electronic health records and assigning them to the appropriate programs, while initiating authorization requests with clinical rationale for Medicaid- and state-funded services.• Collaborated with multiple stakeholders, including applicants, family members, mental health providers, state hospitals, internal departments, and court specialists, while participating in case planning and program development activities.

I am an annual guest lecturer for Dr. Jennifer Young's genetics counseling course at the Northwestern University Graduate Program in Genetic Counseling where I speak about the prevalence of medical trauma in the rare disease community and how it related to genetic counseling and patient engagement.

Palo Alto, California, United States

Educational Excellence, Diverse Leadership, Mentorship, Community Empowerment, Innovation and Curiosity - these are the core principles that drive the Stanford Anesthesia Summer Institute (SASI). Through immersive experiences with Stanford faculty and real patients, we provide unparalleled quality education, inspiring and challenging our students to delve deep into the realms of science, technology, and medicine. In the dynamic world of healthcare, SASI is a pioneer, molding the next generation of compassionate leaders. Our multi-faceted mission is guided by six core principles:• Educational Excellence: Rigorous programs led by Stanford faculty provide a strong foundation in clinical science and technology, sparking a lifelong love for learning.• Diverse Leadership: We foster an inclusive environment, empowering students from all backgrounds to make meaningful contributions to healthcare.• Mentorship: Personalized guidance from faculty and real-life experiences inspire and shape future healthcare professionals.• Community Empowerment: SASI graduates drive positive change, addressing healthcare gaps and improving accessibility.• Innovation: We stay at the forefront of medical science and technology, equipping students to shape the future of healthcare.• Curiosity: We encourage an intellectually stimulating environment where curiosity thrives.

San Francisco, California, United States

I speak about clinical pearls to increased and maintain patient engagement using trauma-informed care, building patient rapport, and being mindfully present in the room when engaging with patients to decrease often missed opportunities conversations on symptoms, treatment, and managing care at home due to the constant hustle and bustle of the healthcare system. Professional Speaking Engagements • Institute for Healthcare Improvement National Healthcare Forum, 2018• The Oley Foundation Annual Conference, 2019 • American Partnership for Eosinophilic Disorder Conference, 2019• Stanford University Med X Change, 2019• APFED Conference, 2019• Health Advocacy Virtual Summit, 2020 • The Oley Foundation Annual Conference, 2020• The Patient Experience Symposium, 2020• Next Generation Patient Experience Conference, 2020• YARR Leadership Summer Series, 2020• ASPEN Nutrition Science and Practice Conference, 2021• MedStar Georgetown School of Medicine, 2021• UPenn Medical School Rare-DIG, 2021• The Oley Foundation Annual Conference, 2021• One Rare (Keynote), 2021• The Patient Experience Symposium, 2021 • Northwest Patient Safety Conference, 2021• University of Wisconsin - Madison “Beyond Symptoms”, 2021• ASPEN Nutrition Science and Practice Conference, 2022• Planetree International Conference on Person-Centered Care, 2022• Patients as Partners in Clinical Research, 2024• The Evolution Summer, 2024

United States

San Francisco, California, United States

• Managed a caseload of 16-18 of job seekers living with mental illness, as well as barriers such as co-occurring substance use disorders, homelessness, felony backgrounds, and sex trafficking. • Supported recruitment, documentation, and participant engagement for two paid job readiness internships in culinary skills at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital. • Assessed job readiness and skill strengths, assisted clients with job searches, applications, interviews, and retention services, and educated clients about how employment affects disability entitlements in partnership with resources from the City and Counsel of San Francisco and the California Department of Rehabilitation.• Researched the local job market for opportunities, relationship building and job expansion. Developed a network of employers and varied employment sites, maintaining an ongoing supportive and educative relationship, and identify resources for employers committed to hiring client population.

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

• Provided individual counseling and crisis intervention for adults with mental illness or substance abuse disorders in Residential Crisis houses as an alternative to hospitalization.• Used motivational interviewing and de-escalation techniques to assist clients in crisis and partnered with them to develop coping skills.• Monitored medication intake, educated clients on their regimens, and facilitated referrals for additional services after discharge.• Collaborated with prescribers to provide clinical summaries and ensure effective medication management and healthcare needs were met.

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

• Managed a multidisciplinary team of six, supporting 72 individuals with mental illness in obtaining and maintaining employment through coordinated care, counseling, and in compliance with Individual Placement and Support (IPS) regulations.• Promoted staff development with weekly supervisions and team meetings to enhance staff development, focusing on work expectations and client strategies while managing team files and documentation.• Managed the vocational program participant waitlist and team files while ensuring accurate ongoing client documentation, tracking billing to meet budget goals, and collaborating with agency department heads to enhance client engagement, outreach, and overall team workflow efficiency.

Silver Spring, Maryland, United States

Supported Employment Specialist and Site Administrator Managed a caseload of 15-18 job seekers living with mental illness, working closely with a healthcare team to support clients' vocational goals through building business partnerships and creating job opportunities. Submitted detailed progress reports in an electronic health records system, ensuring accurate documentation and regulatory compliance. Supported the supervisor with case file management and led team meetings to enhance collaboration and streamline workflows.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Educated other young adults about rare diseases and the importance of playing an active role in advocacy• Served as a Maryland representative for rare diseases on Capitol Hill and at state legislative events • Spoke to local legislators about how various public policies impact individuals living with rare diseases • Engaged with the Speaker’s Bureau of RDLA and various focus groups

Albany, New York Area

• Assisted at Oley events via group activities and panel discussions for those living on parenteral or enteral nutrition • Contributor to the Oley Foundation Newsletter • Served as a spokesperson on behalf of the Oley Foundation • Distributed Oley Foundation material • Assisted in advocacy efforts related to parenteral and enteral nutrition • Offered telephone/email supports to others on parenteral nutrition

Boston, Ma

Supervisor• Completed all duties as a Telecommunications Caller • Coached and motivated callers and assisted in hiring and training new employees • Analyzed statistical data and comprised nightly reports to track the program’s success• Processed monetary gifts to the university • Responded to emails, phone messages, and sent letters to alumni

Greater Boston Area

Telecommunications Caller• Contacted university alumni by telephone to request donations for various academic departments and student programs • Obtained alumni information such as name, address, and payment methods, and enter orders into computer • Provided alumni with departmental updates and university accomplishments• Followed up with supervisors on alumni questions and concerns

San Francisco Bay Area And Sydney, Australia

• Researched and created multiple modules in depression and in mindfulness meditation and created visuals for depicting modules and recent research findings. • Designed an informational chart for physicians using our products • Connected research findings to online forums such as ResearchGate

Columbia, Missouri Area

University of Missouri - Columbia Extensions Nutritional Options in Public Spaces Study • Collected and summarized existing research• Prepared survey material for distribution • Wrote an article on the origin and health benefits of the Paleolithic diet

Columbia, Mo

Department of Physiological Science Infant Cognition Lab • Conducted psychological experiments to test the developmental stages of infants• Recorded reaction time of infants• Analyzed and evaluated data to determine outcomes of each experimental session.

Columbia, Mo

Division of Pediatric Infectious Disease, Immunology, and RheumatologyIntern in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Study • Prepared informational pamphlets • Researched and summarized Chronic Fatigue Syndrome studies

Greater St. Louis Area

Department of Pediatric Endocrinology and Diabetes • Received HIPPA training• Observed PET scans, clinical experiments, and research methods

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Healthcare Management

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Psychology