Jennifer Masdea, Mph Email & Phone Number

New York, Ny, Us

Boston, New York, United States

As the Director of Health & Racial Equity Training at Health Resources in Action, I lead a dynamic team in developing and implementing transformative training programs aimed at promoting racial equity and public health innovation across state and regional governments. By merging strategic vision with practical implementation, I focus on dismantling systemic barriers to health equity, ensuring all community interventions are inclusive and impactful. My role involves close collaboration with senior leaders to design programs that not only educate but also empower stakeholders at all levels.Key Accomplishments:✦ Leadership in Racial Equity Training: Co-directed the Massachusetts Department of Public Health Racial Equity Capacity Building Initiative, significantly enhancing public health frameworks across 300 local health departments and improving racial equity through targeted training and technical assistance.✦ Strategic Initiatives: Spearheaded the City of Boston's Racial Equity and Leadership Initiative, successfully leading over 5,000 city staff through comprehensive racial equity training, which maintained a 92% satisfaction rate due to its effective curriculum and engagement strategies.✦ Innovative Program Development: Developed and led the integration of systemic change programs that have been crucial in promoting inclusive health policies and practices, thereby increasing the capacity of public health professionals to tackle equity issues effectively.

New York, New York

In my role as Program Evaluator & Founding Racial Justice Facilitator at the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, I spearheaded initiatives to integrate racial equity into public health practices and policies. My expertise in evaluating and redesigning learning strategies was instrumental in enhancing the department’s approach to racial equity. Through rigorous analysis and collaborative workshop facilitation, I helped develop programs that addressed and mitigated systemic health disparities, particularly highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic.Key Accomplishments:✦ Data-Driven Decision Making: Managed the biennial All Staff Survey which provided essential insights into the effectiveness of the implemented equity practices, directly influencing future training modules and interventions.✦ Enhanced Learning and Development: Led the redesign and implementation of the department’s staff learning strategies to incorporate core principles of racial equity, significantly impacting the organizational culture and enhancing staff engagement across all levels.✦ Community Impact: Organized and facilitated over 50 workshops on racism, power, privilege, and structural inequity, reaching 750+ staff and leaders each year, fostering a deeper understanding and commitment to health equity within the department.✦ COVID-19 Response: Actively participated in the city’s efforts to combat pandemic-related racial inequities, improving vaccine accessibility and support to historically marginalized communities, which contributed to a more equitable health response.

Boston, Ma

At BNI-ART Institute, Boston University, I served as the Learning & Development Manager, where I spearheaded initiatives to enhance training programs for healthcare providers. My role involved strategic leadership and innovation in educational techniques, significantly boosting the effectiveness and reach of our training solutions. By fostering an environment of continuous improvement and leveraging data-driven insights, I ensured that our offerings not only met but exceeded professional development needs in the healthcare sector.Key Accomplishments:✦ Leadership in Educational Best Practices: Developed and executed a comprehensive strategy to standardize training procedures and materials, which improved learning outcomes and set a high standard of educational quality within the institute.✦ Quality and Satisfaction Excellence: Consistently achieved a 95% participant satisfaction rate by implementing targeted improvements to training content and delivery methods, which included integrating real-world applications and interactive learning strategies.✦ Innovative Training Solutions: Introduced novel training methodologies that incorporated advanced technologies and pedagogical approaches, making BNI-ART Institute a leader in state-of-the-art educational practices in healthcare.

Boston, Ma

At The Dimock Center, a beacon of community health care in Boston, I was an Organizational Development Consultant. My role was pivotal in designing and implementing innovative solutions to enhance service delivery and patient care within the center's behavioral health services. Through a strategic needs assessment and collaborative team leadership, I aimed to optimize interdisciplinary collaboration and improve patient engagement.Key Accomplishments:✦ System Redesign: Co-led a team of five consultants to overhaul the referral system, significantly improving patient utilization of behavioral health services. The new system streamlined processes and increased efficiency, ensuring patients received timely and coordinated care.✦ Comprehensive Needs Assessment: We conducted a detailed analysis of staff culture and engagement, patient demographics, and existing service frameworks. This assessment was crucial in identifying key areas for improvement and informed all subsequent development initiatives.✦ Strategic Reporting: Co-authored a comprehensive report that outlined critical recommendations for workflow enhancements and staff productivity. This report was instrumental in driving organizational change, ultimately boosting staff satisfaction and operational effectiveness during significant transformation.✦ Stakeholder Engagement: Presented findings and recommendations to various stakeholders, including staff, leadership, and community members. These presentations helped align departmental goals with organizational objectives and fostered an environment of transparency and collective responsibility.

At Boston Children's Hospital Neighborhood Partnerships, I was a Research Data Coordinator, leading initiatives to optimize data systems and improve behavioral health services provided to young patients. During my tenure, I was instrumental in developing and implementing innovative data management solutions that significantly enhanced the quality and efficiency of clinical and early intervention services. My efforts were focused on ensuring high standards of care and supporting the hospital's mission to provide accessible mental health services to youth in school and community settings.Key Accomplishments:✦ Data Management Leadership: Successfully upgraded and managed comprehensive data systems that supported over 500 students annually. My work involved creating new data protocols and training program clinicians in effective data management practices, significantly improving data accuracy and utility across departments.✦ Project Management Excellence: Supported the development and implementation of a new SQL database system tailored to the needs of the hospital's community-based programs. This system was crucial in enhancing the functionality and reporting accuracy, providing critical support for ongoing program evaluations and decision-making processes.✦ Strategic Analysis and Reporting: Served as the lead quantitative data analyst for the hospital’s annual impact report. My detailed data analysis and reporting illuminated key outcomes and improvement areas, helping shape strategic directions and enhance service delivery.✦ Innovative Training Programs: Conducted biweekly data management training sessions for clinicians, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and skill enhancement that contributed to the overall effectiveness of the hospital’s behavioral health services.

Brighton, Ma

During my tenure as a Quality Improvement Consultant at Franciscan Hospital for Children, I was dedicated to enhancing the quality of patient care within the Children’s Wellness Initiative. My role focused on driving strategic quality improvement projects that significantly improved school-based behavioral health services delivery. Through collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and leveraging data-driven insights, I spearheaded initiatives that fostered greater family engagement and optimized health service outcomes for the youth we served.Key Accomplishments:✦ Project Leadership and Strategy Development: Directed key quality improvement projects targeting patient care enhancements and family engagement. My strategic planning and execution involved designing and implementing comprehensive data collection instruments, which were crucial in evaluating the effectiveness of health services provided to 500 youth annually.✦ Data Analysis and Reporting: Led robust data analysis efforts using quantitative and qualitative methods to measure the impact of implemented health programs. Authored detailed reports that informed site managers, hospital leadership, and stakeholders, significantly influencing policy changes and program enhancements.✦ Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitated focus groups and collaborated closely with IT departments to ensure electronic medical record data integration into our program evaluations. This initiative helped streamline operations and improved the reliability of our program's impact assessments.✦ Community Impact: My contributions notably increased family participation in our programs, which was instrumental in achieving more comprehensive care coordination and better health outcomes for children in the initiative.

Master Of Public Health (Mph), Maternal And Child Health Concentration

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Psychology