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Kountze, Texas, United States

Disease surveillance of residents and staff members of local long-term care facilities for the intent to monitor and contain disease outbreaks, such as influenza, COVID-19, and other disease processes. Responsible for the timely entry of disease-related documentation into public health software such as ImmTrac and NEDSS. Maintenance of inter-departmental relationships with the epidemiology team as well as local long-term care facility healthcare staff.

Beaumont, Texas, United States

Data entry and database maintenance for local public health department; maintenance of large data sets and spreadsheets for efficient data retrieval. Identification and correction of data entry errors to ensure accuracy. Provided support to document review and audit by delivering requested data.

Beaumont, Texas, United States

Conducted comprehensive assessments in an effort to develop recovery plans to address identified disaster-related needs. Developed, implemented, and monitored recovery plans with survivors and their families. Provided extensive and intensive case management and follow-up services. Utilized resources available at all levels of government, as well as community resources, to make appropriate referrals. Advocated for survivors through by acting a liaison between survivors and external providers. Average caseload exceeded over thirty clients at any given time.

Beaumont, Texas, United States

Served as a case manager and advocate for clients with intellectual disabilities and challenges through a 400-hour internship. Efficiently completed daily office tasks, including but not limited to: managing weekly meeting schedules, data entry, office organization and efficiency, telephone operations, and mail distribution.

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Public Health

Bachelor'S Degree, Social Work