Juhee Prakash, Ma, Mph Email & Phone Number

Detroit, MI, US

Okemos, Michigan, United States

• Summary: Results-driven public health researcher with a strong track record in coordinating project activities and facilitating qualitative research and evaluation initiatives. Skilled in developing comprehensive.
• Coordinates project activities including analyzing project needs, developing and monitoring work plans and timelines; identifying, prioritizing, and implementing project activities.
• Engages in qualitative research and evaluation activities, contributing to comprehensive report writing and the development of various project deliverables as required.
• Maintains excellent working relationships with and serves as a liaison to clients as they pertain to selected projects including state and national level contracts.

• Graduate Intern with the City of Detroit Parks and Recreation Division working as part of the COVID Food and Basic Needs Delivery Program.Summary:Coordinated, trained, and managed volunteers to facilitate the delivery.
• Lead volunteer coordinator for over 315 volunteers, including 45 weekly volunteerso Coordinated over 315 volunteers to serve over 230,000 meals to date to more than 2,000 Detroit residents.
• Trained volunteers to follow contactless delivery procedures to avoid potential exposure to COVID-19 when delivering food boxes to participants, and assess preparedness through completion of a training quiz and.
• Managed call center for volunteers and ground team on delivery days to allow for the safe and prompt delivery of food and basic needs to participant homes. Addressed volunteer comments and concerns in real-time during.
• Created an infant formula and feeding guide based on Women, Infants, and Children program experience, advised purchase of 1,000 units of infant formula for program distribution.
• Developed a historical cookbook that reflects the diverse cultural and ethnic background of the Metropolitan Detroit area.

Detroit Metropolitan Area

• Summary:Served as a competent professional authority on nutrition as part of an agency network of eight clinics across the Detroit area.Responsibilities:
• Assessed clients’ nutritional status, anthropometric data, risks, and diet, and prescribed the most appropriate food package that addressed their individual concerns. Applied nutritional knowledge and training to.
• Provided information regarding nutritional guidance, WIC policies, food packages, and client concerns effectively, considering the level of client knowledge and nonverbal cues to adjust the explanation accordingly.
• Quickly adapted to changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Adjusted nutritional guidance, client packages, and external referrals to reflect changes in national and state WIC policies.

Detroit Metropolitan Area

• Summary:Served as a private college entrance exam prep tutor for the SAT, ACT, and SAT subject tests.Responsibilities:
• Instructed students on subject material, test preparation strategies, problem-solving, essay-writing, and college-preparation skills.
• Motivated students to improve skill sets and reach their potential.
• Communicated effectively with parents, students, and program managers to help students reach their goals.

Detroit, Michigan, United States

• Summary:Served as a peer leader and university liaison for students.Responsibilities:
• Served as a non-judgmental peer, advocate, and resource for university students.
• Developed, facilitated, and evaluated creative programs and resources to engage student needs and interests.
• Monitored the building after business hours on a weekly rotation. Enforced university policies, monitored building and student safety, and reported issues to supervisors.
• Responded to emergencies, building operations, and resident complaints.
• Liaison between students and the housing department.

Detroit, Michigan, United States

• Summary:Assisted with nutrition and public health research.Responsibilities:
• Nutrition and Food Science: Researched how proposed policy changes from the 2018 Farm Bill would impact Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) retailers in Detroit and overall diet quality for participants..
• Integrative Biosciences: Assisted with public health research regarding nutrition, social determinants of health, and hypertension management among urban men in Detroit.
• Compiled data and information in a cohesive manner.
• Communicated research findings with faculty and community.

Detroit, Michigan, United States

• Summary:Assisted with daily building operations and served as a liaison between students and the housing department.Responsibilities:
• Treated residents and guests with respect and patience while assisting with building operations (paperwork, guest passes, etc.).
• Helped residents complete housing paperwork, assigned room keys, and lent out equipment.
• Persuaded residents and guests to follow university policies.
• Enforced university policies, signed in guests, and checked in and sorted packages.

Master'S Degree, Public Health

Joint Master's degree program in Nutrition and Food Science/Public Health

Master'S Degree, Nutrition And Food Science

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Nutrition And Food Science