Assisted with the launch and management of Precinct 1 and 4 Mobile Testing Sites in the Harris County region. Provided the boots on the ground and maintained leadership for a team of onsite staff, provide field and logistical support to the Operations team, maintain working knowledge of COVID-19 testing procedures, and provide excellent customer service.

Direct and oversee several chronic disease programs in the third most populous county in the United States, through: economic performance analysis, baseline and outcome assessments, community interventions, disease management implementation, and inspiring innovative self-management techniques.• Develop daily operations and activities for CDP team, including but not limited to chronic disease and overall NCDP programs.• Assemble partnerships with stakeholders and agencies to assist in… Show more Direct and oversee several chronic disease programs in the third most populous county in the United States, through: economic performance analysis, baseline and outcome assessments, community interventions, disease management implementation, and inspiring innovative self-management techniques.• Develop daily operations and activities for CDP team, including but not limited to chronic disease and overall NCDP programs.• Assemble partnerships with stakeholders and agencies to assist in the development of CDP services and contacts. • Participate in the provision of NCDP staff placement and structure. Show less

Selected as one of 120 associates from a pool of 2,500+ applicants for the CDC’s Public Health Associate Program (PHAP), a 2-year workforce development training program, that develops future public health professionals. I currently serve as the Chronic Disease Specialist with the Harris County Public Health (HCPH) Department in the Nutrition and Chronic Disease Prevention Division (NCDP) located in Houston, Texas. NOTEWORTHY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:Managed chronic disease prevention… Show more Selected as one of 120 associates from a pool of 2,500+ applicants for the CDC’s Public Health Associate Program (PHAP), a 2-year workforce development training program, that develops future public health professionals. I currently serve as the Chronic Disease Specialist with the Harris County Public Health (HCPH) Department in the Nutrition and Chronic Disease Prevention Division (NCDP) located in Houston, Texas. NOTEWORTHY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:Managed chronic disease prevention programs for Harris County and expanded services for at-risk communities, covering topics on asthma, childhood obesity, senior aging, mental health, and substance abuse prevention. Provided comprehensive public health services to 5,000 students by enhancing Nutrition and Chronic Disease Prevention (NCDP) Division strategies and recruiting 20 partnering stakeholders.Implemented Open Airways for Schools (OAS), an evidence-based pediatric asthma self-management curriculum developed by the American Lung Association. Developed and designed the inaugural HCPH Step Challenge for over 500 employees. The thirty-day HCPH Step Challenge promoted fitness opportunities that support a working environment with ongoing sustainable activities that encourage healthy choices and healthy behaviors.Proposed, designed, facilitated, and secured sponsorship for the first annual NCDP Division Leadership staff retreat.PHAP Leadership- Associate Network Council (ANC) Stakeholder Engagement Work-group Representative (SEW) Show less

Since beginning at the Marion County Public Health Department in 2012 as an Environmental Health Specialist, I have been promoted to Senior Environmental Health Specialist. After 2 years of a Senior Level position, I have now been promoted to a Team Leader (Supervisor) which involves an elevated level of responsibility and management. My job duties include the following:Manage and lead a staff of environmental health specialists committed to providing environmental health practices in… Show more Since beginning at the Marion County Public Health Department in 2012 as an Environmental Health Specialist, I have been promoted to Senior Environmental Health Specialist. After 2 years of a Senior Level position, I have now been promoted to a Team Leader (Supervisor) which involves an elevated level of responsibility and management. My job duties include the following:Manage and lead a staff of environmental health specialists committed to providing environmental health practices in the Northwest District of Indianapolis, Indiana.Provide on-site training for new personnel, as well as professional advice to local government, neighborhood associations, and private agencies on issues relating to environmental healthEvaluate inspection techniques, review application of proper environmental health regulations, and maintain policy compliance Show less

Conducting routine and required inspections and/or audits to ensure compliance of existing codes, ordinances and statutes relevant to housing, sanitation and unsafe buildingsProviding environmental health information, interpretation, technical assistance and regulatory compliance advice to group industry organizations, the general public and other agencies regarding local public health environmental codes, regulations, policies, and identified environmental health… Show more Conducting routine and required inspections and/or audits to ensure compliance of existing codes, ordinances and statutes relevant to housing, sanitation and unsafe buildingsProviding environmental health information, interpretation, technical assistance and regulatory compliance advice to group industry organizations, the general public and other agencies regarding local public health environmental codes, regulations, policies, and identified environmental health problemsParticipating in response teams to prevent, minimize, and contain adverse health events and conditions resulting from communicable diseases; food-, water-, and vector-borne outbreaks; chronic diseases; environmental hazards; injuries; and health disparitiesProvided environmental health information, interpretation, technical assistance and regulatory compliance advice to group industry organizations, the general public and other agencies regarding local public health environmental codes, regulations, policies, and identified environmental health problems Show less

Inspect properties across the east side of Indianapolis, IN in order to maintain adequate sanitation and public healthCollaborate daily with citizens to ensure the promotion of health and safety in the community Conduct surveys to evaluate the environmental health status for Marion County neighborhoodsEnforce health/code regulations on unsafe properties

During my second year as a graduate student at Indiana University, I completed my capstone at IU Health Bedford Hospital. During this capstone, I applied my safety management skills in order to provide critical recommendations to the hospital. Some of my duties included the following:Revised and created an in-depth emergency preparedness hospital procedureConducted hospital walk-throughs and gauged feedback from neighboring organizations and community leadersInstalled… Show more During my second year as a graduate student at Indiana University, I completed my capstone at IU Health Bedford Hospital. During this capstone, I applied my safety management skills in order to provide critical recommendations to the hospital. Some of my duties included the following:Revised and created an in-depth emergency preparedness hospital procedureConducted hospital walk-throughs and gauged feedback from neighboring organizations and community leadersInstalled decontamination procedures, shelter in-place, security, and internal/external fire proceduresShared ideas on maintaining a safe environment for staff and patients Show less

Developed safety guidelines for the handling of compressed gasConducted a noise survey for the Fort Wayne facility to update their existing informationAnalyzed the ventilation system to improve the conditions of the environmentEngaged in training activities on personal protective equipment and health wellness