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Los Angeles, Ca, Us

Los Angeles County, California, United States

• Conduct direct street outreach on a team to locate, engage, and establish relationships with people experiencing homelessness, prioritizing individuals most at-risk and underserved.• Conduct proactive outreach, as well as reactive outreach in response to multiple stakeholders.• Meet people where they are at, building trust and rapport, instilling hope, determining goals, developing action plans, utilizing active listening, motivational strategies, strength-based approaches… Show more • Conduct direct street outreach on a team to locate, engage, and establish relationships with people experiencing homelessness, prioritizing individuals most at-risk and underserved.• Conduct proactive outreach, as well as reactive outreach in response to multiple stakeholders.• Meet people where they are at, building trust and rapport, instilling hope, determining goals, developing action plans, utilizing active listening, motivational strategies, strength-based approaches, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction strategies to advocate for, and further empower, individuals.• Provide direct services to life-sustaining resources for health and safety, including access to water, food, hygiene, Narcan, transportation, shelter placement, and needs assessments for health and acuity.• Work alongside individuals to formulate long-term plans to end their homelessness, providing linkage to services and programs including obtaining identification, benefits assistance, medical, mental health, and recovery resources, housing programs, housing stability and retention, etc.• Leverage established connections to specialized teams that offer enhanced services to provide sustained, long-term, and comprehensive client services.• Work alongside the L.A. Fire Department to prepare unhoused individuals for testing, conduct wellness assessments, screen and triage for COVID-19, and offer both testing and vaccination.• On a Life Safety Team, provided health and safety responses, conducted risk assessments, distributed needed supplies, including hygiene kits and tents so individuals were able to shelter in place, coordinated referrals to specialized care, including with the Department of Public Health for intake to Quarantine and Isolation sites.• Worked in Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones before, during, and after mandatory fire evacuations, providing masks, water, and direct transportation to emergency shelters. Show less

Sunland, California

I assist in publicizing and coordinating events, including a weekly hot meal and food pantry, as well as free medical and dental services for homeless individuals three times annually. We also host an annual Christmas dinner and toy giveaway for underserved children, as well school supplies at the beginning if the school year to families. Each year we also serve in leadership roles in LAHSA's Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count.

Van Nuys, California

• Outreach and engage unhoused individuals not yet connected to mental health services, or who have lost connection, and assist them with addressing barriers to treatment and re-engagement with services.• In-reach weekly at Men’s Central Jail, Twin Towers, Century Regional Detention Facility, and Pitchess Detention Center, building rapport and relationships with individuals, assisting them in building trust with providers, and nurturing a proactive working alliance.• Assist individuals… Show more • Outreach and engage unhoused individuals not yet connected to mental health services, or who have lost connection, and assist them with addressing barriers to treatment and re-engagement with services.• In-reach weekly at Men’s Central Jail, Twin Towers, Century Regional Detention Facility, and Pitchess Detention Center, building rapport and relationships with individuals, assisting them in building trust with providers, and nurturing a proactive working alliance.• Assist individuals post-release with successful linkage and connection to resources that support recovery and stability, including transitioning to community-based mental health treatment, obtaining safe housing, substance abuse services, employment, anf developing a social support network, etc.• Consult with external providers to ensure continuity of care, providing assertive service coordination, follow-up, and advocacy to enable the individual’s highest level of independence within the community.• Transport groups and assist them in navigating resources, including homeless fairs, food pantries, DPSS, DMV, Metro, etc., modeling social skills, pro-social behaviors, wellness, recovery, and coping skills.• Facilitate classes weekly, including “Life Skills” and “Resource Development”.• Support individuals with problem resolution and conflict, including crisis intervention as needed.• Supervise multiple Peer Workers with on-site duties, including food preparation and service.• Document all interactions and services within mandated time frames for metrics and outcomes reporting. Show less

Van Nuys, California

Worked in a food pantry, accepting deliveries, organizing food, documenting refrigerator and freezer temperatures, and serving groceries directly to clients.Facilitated a weekly class to engage consumers in therapeutic group poetry.Interacted positively with consumers to assess needs, assisted with paperwork, and provided referrals.Utilized active listening and provided emotional support to consumers on the Center's “Warm Line” to promote hope and positive mental… Show more Worked in a food pantry, accepting deliveries, organizing food, documenting refrigerator and freezer temperatures, and serving groceries directly to clients.Facilitated a weekly class to engage consumers in therapeutic group poetry.Interacted positively with consumers to assess needs, assisted with paperwork, and provided referrals.Utilized active listening and provided emotional support to consumers on the Center's “Warm Line” to promote hope and positive mental health.Advocated for consumers, focusing on promoting personal goals and reducing or eliminating barriers. Show less

Westwood, California

Fellow Board members, including Dr. Muzammil Siddiqi, Rabbi Elliot Dorff, Dr. George Grose, Dr. Reinhard Krauss, and Dr. S. Scott Bartchy. We sponsor the class "Abrahamic Religions: Traditions in Tension" one quarter a year at UCLA, and sponsor a Trialogue where scholars speak to students about religious perspectives on current issues.

Northridge, California

I was also a facilitator at meetings, coordinating individual groups and interacting with attendees. The mission of DBSA is to advocate for and empower people living with mood disorders through peer-based support, education, and recovery-oriented services and resources.

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Claremont, California

Claremont, California

State of Formation is a forum founded by The Journal of Inter-Religious Dialogue and run in partnership with Hebrew College and Andover Newton Theological School and in collaboration with the Council for a Parliament of the World's Religions. "It is a forum for up-and-coming religious and ethical thinkers to draw upon the learning that is occurring in their academic and community work and reflect on the pressing questions of a religiously pluralistic society. State of Formation is a community… Show more State of Formation is a forum founded by The Journal of Inter-Religious Dialogue and run in partnership with Hebrew College and Andover Newton Theological School and in collaboration with the Council for a Parliament of the World's Religions. "It is a forum for up-and-coming religious and ethical thinkers to draw upon the learning that is occurring in their academic and community work and reflect on the pressing questions of a religiously pluralistic society. State of Formation is a community conversation between leaders in formation. Together, a cohort of... the future religious and moral leaders of tomorrow – are working to redefine the ethical discourse today." Show less

Rancho Santa Margarita, California

Assist with launching the State of Compassion Initiative, S.A.R.A.H.'s 10 Year Anniversary and Awards Ceremony, and launching the Felora Parsa R.I.S.E. Initiative, among many other exciting developments.

Tustin, California

Manage the IAJ Facebook account with posts, relevant articles, update with photos, generate more likes and update with events and IAJ happenings.Set up and manage the IAJ Twitter account.Keep the IAJ website up to date with most recent Happiness and Peace in the Community event pictures uploaded and continue to update calendar with events and happenings, add Trademark logo to the homepage, etc.Set up and establish a functioning 'donate' button on website an PayPal with links to our… Show more Manage the IAJ Facebook account with posts, relevant articles, update with photos, generate more likes and update with events and IAJ happenings.Set up and manage the IAJ Twitter account.Keep the IAJ website up to date with most recent Happiness and Peace in the Community event pictures uploaded and continue to update calendar with events and happenings, add Trademark logo to the homepage, etc.Set up and establish a functioning 'donate' button on website an PayPal with links to our merchandise, for buyers to purchase immediately.Manage database of buyers, event attendees, and others interested in IAJ. Show less

Washington, D.C.

Part of Georgetown University's Entrepreneurship Initiative’s inaugural Startup Accelerator program, led by Christina Wilson, Fellow at Center for Interfaith Action on Global Poverty Past and former Program Coordinator at Daniel Pearl Foundation. Mōdefy is a streamlined web portal and incentive-driven social forum aiming to democratize the fashion industry. Mōdefy is a brand entirely designed and moved into production by amateur users around the globe. Together, we are starting a movement to… Show more Part of Georgetown University's Entrepreneurship Initiative’s inaugural Startup Accelerator program, led by Christina Wilson, Fellow at Center for Interfaith Action on Global Poverty Past and former Program Coordinator at Daniel Pearl Foundation. Mōdefy is a streamlined web portal and incentive-driven social forum aiming to democratize the fashion industry. Mōdefy is a brand entirely designed and moved into production by amateur users around the globe. Together, we are starting a movement to put more power in the hands of amateurs. Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/modefydesignsNews: http://msb.georgetown.edu/story/1242680992155.html &http://inthecapital.com/2012/05/29/georgetown-creates-startup-accelerator-for-student-hoyapreneurs/#ss__14333_1_7__ss Show less

Greater Los Angeles Area

Communications Intern Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with social networking, management of the LA City HRC through Facebook, Twitter, Google+, blogging, Press Releases to media, etc. The City of Los Angeles Human Relations Commission advances the concept of a pluralistic civic society that promotes social justice. We are motivated by a mandate of cooperative sharing, which has us engaged in research, acting as community advocates, building communities, designing and offering training… Show more Communications Intern Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with social networking, management of the LA City HRC through Facebook, Twitter, Google+, blogging, Press Releases to media, etc. The City of Los Angeles Human Relations Commission advances the concept of a pluralistic civic society that promotes social justice. We are motivated by a mandate of cooperative sharing, which has us engaged in research, acting as community advocates, building communities, designing and offering training programs, and facilitating dialogues. The common thread that links all of our work is to enhance understanding and respect among all of the people, who reside and work in the City of Los Angeles.http://hrc.lacity.org/ & http://www.facebook.com/LACityHRC & Twitter @ www.twitter.com/LACityHRC Show less

91711

North American Interfaith Network (NAIN) is a non-profit association of Interfaith organizations and agencies in Canada, Mexico & the U.S. that also sponsors an annual conference, NAINConnect. Communication Intern duties and responsibilities include assisting with social networking, management of NAIN through online blogging, Facebook, and Twitter, as well as participating in journalistic and other writing on behalf of NAIN.

Orange County, California Area

Responsibilities: Create, develop and manage content for organization’s web presence. Maintain a consistent look and feel throughout all web properties. Copy-edit and proofread all web content. Basic Adobe Photoshop skills. Responsible for crafting site promotions, email newsletters, and online outreach campaigns. Post photos and maintain photo galleries.As website content manager, I am responsible for developing the voice for all aspects of the organization’s outline presence. Tasks… Show more Responsibilities: Create, develop and manage content for organization’s web presence. Maintain a consistent look and feel throughout all web properties. Copy-edit and proofread all web content. Basic Adobe Photoshop skills. Responsible for crafting site promotions, email newsletters, and online outreach campaigns. Post photos and maintain photo galleries.As website content manager, I am responsible for developing the voice for all aspects of the organization’s outline presence. Tasks require a strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines and the ability to interact successfully with individuals of all ages.Website: http://iycoc.org/ Show less

Claremont, California

I assist in maintaining, facilitating, and further developing the online presence of Claremont School of Theology in key online social networks (such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google+) and other web-based forms of communication (such as Wikipedia, discussion forums, and blogs). This includes daily monitoring of Claremont School of Theology social media sites and posting new news and information. I work closely with a team of marketing and public relations professionals to increase knowledge… Show more I assist in maintaining, facilitating, and further developing the online presence of Claremont School of Theology in key online social networks (such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google+) and other web-based forms of communication (such as Wikipedia, discussion forums, and blogs). This includes daily monitoring of Claremont School of Theology social media sites and posting new news and information. I work closely with a team of marketing and public relations professionals to increase knowledge about Claremont School of Theology through online relationship-building with external and internal constituencies. I also work on other special projects related to events and communication that may include event planning, desktop publishing, photography, and/or web design.Claremont School of Theology Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ClaremontTheologyClaremont School of Theology on Twitter: www.twitter.com/CST_NewsClaremont School of Theology on Google+ :http://plus.google.com/106160949566079358636/about Show less

Claremont, California

I assist in maintaining, facilitating, and further developing the online presence of Claremont Lincoln University in key online social networks (such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google+) and other web-based forms of communication (such as Wikipedia, discussion forums, and blogs). This includes daily monitoring of University social media sites and posting new news and information. I work closely with a team of marketing and public relations professionals to increase knowledge about the University… Show more I assist in maintaining, facilitating, and further developing the online presence of Claremont Lincoln University in key online social networks (such as Facebook, Twitter, and Google+) and other web-based forms of communication (such as Wikipedia, discussion forums, and blogs). This includes daily monitoring of University social media sites and posting new news and information. I work closely with a team of marketing and public relations professionals to increase knowledge about the University through online relationship-building with external and internal constituencies. I also work on other special projects related to events and communication that may include event planning, desktop publishing, photography, and/or web design.Claremont Lincoln University Facebook page: www.facebook.com/ClaremontLincolnClaremont Lincoln University on Twitter: www.twitter.com/C_Lincoln_UnivClaremont Lincoln University on Google+ :http://plus.google.com/100437765691074527605/ Show less

Master Of Arts (M.A.), Interdisciplinary Studies

Activities and Societies: Student Trustee, CST Board of Trustees. Volunteered at Martin Luther King, Jr. Days of service in Skid Row.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Study Of Religion

Activities and Societies: Completed my Senior Thesis/Honors Research for Departmental Honors supervised by the then Director of the Center.

Associate Of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts And Sciences/Liberal Studies

Activities and Societies: Los Angeles Community College District Board of Trustee Student Affairs Committee (SAC), 2007. Student Senate.