Marika Sitz Email & Phone Number

Denver, Co, Us

Jefferson County, Colorado, United States

Equity Officer. Inaugural county-wide Equity Diversity Inclusion Program. Use developmental model to increase buy-in, cultural responsiveness and include Equity in governmental systems. Conduct assessment of gaps, needs, and interests of all departments.• Co-chair One Community Summit, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025• Chair Colorado EDIB Network• System creation and program development as the county’s first EDI FTE develop culturally responsive EDI model for all 3,000+ Employees across 20 Offices and Departments.• Executive and team coaching and consultation for all department leaders and teams, individual and team coaching, use of behavioral, cultural and intercultural assessments tools such as the IDI.• Evaluation, budget, and tool development created and trained staff on budget equity tool for 100 million+ Dollar American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) grant program, tool used in all ARPA compliance, EDI developmental continuum model for all departments and offices. Supervised development of Equity Atlas and Language Justice Plan.• Developed and implemented EDI Continuum and Metrics to gain employee insight into the state of EDI and build strategic plan and track progress. • Built, implemented, and supported the first Affinity group structure in Jefferson County. • Developed, recruited and ran JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) Council worked with leaders to develop JEDI framework, recruit department representatives, train team members, set priorities and projects.• Organize Community IDEA Task Force recruited volunteer task force of community members to identify Community EDI focuses, set goals, objectives, and develop recommendations.• Wrote and taught EDI learning and development including communication skills, staff engagement, unconscious bias, and Equity Engagement.

Thornon, Colorado, United States

Contacted to consult on education content for Latinx inclusion university coursework and provide trauma-informed coaching for professionals.• Researched and wrote curriculum, in conjunction with faculty, developing meaningful inclusive experiential learning techniques and activities. • Facilitated workshops and organizational development develop and implement tailored equity training for organization staff. • Coached clients in project development and management to achieve meaningful and on-time results. Tailored services to specific needs of faculty and learning accommodations.

Aurora, Colorado

Developed and delivered a diverse range of Health Equity and Inclusion services and evaluation to this organization and subsidiaries. Key member of outcome framework implementation working with over 60 programs to identify outcomes and building tracking systems. • Developed Employee Resources Groups creating best practices for ERGs and facilitating ERG conversation around race, gender, ethnicity, inequity, anti-racism, and anti-oppression. • Introduced and manage project management system that increases accountability, communication, and productivity within team, as well as easing transition to work from home. • Wrote and facilitated trainings on anti-bias, intersectional identity, and how it correlates to all levels of mental health services resulting in deeper team cohesion, engagement, and increase awareness of Equity and Inclusion Practices. • Partner with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Director to co-chair Equity and inclusion meetings, write policy, and develop business case expanding DEI presence and impact within this organization.

Aurora, Co

• Data entry, qualitative and quantitative, and basic data inductive and descriptive analysis• Create accessible and clear data visualizations and reports (infographics, presentations) for clients• Conduct focus groups, qualitative transcription, and coding• Administrative tasks related to marketing, team building, and community building

Denver, Co

• Provide Reflective Consultation to community organizations/professionals.• Research, write and conduct presentations on identity-based violence, self-care, diversity, vicarious trauma, secondary trauma, courageous conversations, and bullying to local professionals, university staff, and community stakeholders• Train students on clinic policies and procedures, reviewing and updating forms• Develop resources, marketing, and outreach strategies• Aggregate and analyses clinic data, assist with grant proposals

Denver, Co

• Revise Internship handbook and creation of 2019-2020 Internship• Design and present Self-care and Communication workbook for future CRC teams• Research and organize information for formal presentation and workshops• Develop and sustain relationships with community partners to support the CRC’s mission• Engage in reflective supervision and reflection on complex cultural and ethical issues

Aurora, Co

• Provided trauma-informed, culturally-inclusive individual and family therapy and parenting techniques in Spanish and English for a range of presenting issues such as PTSD, suicidal and homicidal ideation, migration stress, sexual assault, family conflict, and school refusal• Completed all required documentation including session notes, intake assessments, safety-plans, care-plans, and required trainings

Ayacucho, Peru

• Developed comprehensive trainings on vicarious trauma and the phases of trauma for service providers in Spanish• Developed a comprehensive manual and training on “positive parenting” practices in Spanish• Enter data and perform analysis to support team members

Aurora, Co

• Provided trauma-informed individual therapy to adult clients suffering from a range of presenting issues, such as PTSD, agoraphobia, substance abuse, dependent personality disorder, and schizoaffective disorder• Conducted initial needs assessments, behavioral health screenings, outreach interventions, prevention education, and intakes at the Connect to Care Walk-in Clinic with clients of all ages in Spanish and English • Wrote intake reports, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries• Participated in individual and group supervision and trainings with supervisor and peers

Fredericksburg, Virginia

● Responded to 24/7 free confidential crisis hotline and assisted those in crisis using grounding techniques and referrals to outside resources● Built and conducted RCASA’s Sexual Assault Crisis and Advocacy Training, including material development, facilitation, and evaluation● Facilitated professional training for community partners including law enforcement and criminal justice personnel, psychoeducation groups in detention centers, and crisis housing● Researched and co-authored grants and reports for Prevention and Counseling departments● Compiled and analyzed statistical data and other best practice information to supply to all departments, in addition to technical support and general problem-solving duties

Fredericksburg Va

Community based public health● Provided Pre- and Post-Counseling for HIV tests, including completing a behavior profile, addressing intimate partner violence, and creating a patient-centered action plan for each individual● Authored policies, procedures, and content for a Prevention Training curriculum with S.M.A.R.T. objectives● Co-facilitated youth support group (ages 14-19) utilizing psychoeducation, problem-solving skills, and provide tools and techniques for developing effective communication skills

Poughkeepsie, Ny

Community based public health● Conducted 400+ educational programs in both English and Spanish to a wide variety of audiences. Programs averaged 12-16 participants with ages ranging from 9-69. The youth demographic accounted for 450+ participants. Programs presented were primarily evidence-based programs taught with fidelity● Taught 33+ court-mandated groups to parent focusing on culturally sensitive solutions to difficult issues posed by adolescents, as well as motivational and communication skills ● Led professional training programs and spoke on panels that emphasized best practices in behavioral health ● Supervised two groups of Youth Health Promoters, from hiring through training, mentorship, and evaluation

Hudson Valley, Ny

● Provided tailored group and individual care to adults with developmental disabilities to support and enhance their quality of life while honoring their personal dignity, rights, and individual family values

Campus public health designed to bring all members of the community into the conversation around what it means to be a healthy college. Special focus on presentations, community events, outreach, and prevention education.

Arboretum And Landscpae Program At Bard

I have taken plant inventory for the arboretum, designed maps on landscape pro, learned BG base (a complicated computer program) and promote the arboretum in the area.

Master Of Arts - Ma, International Disaster Psychology

Activities and Societies: Program Evaluation, Latinx Specialty, A seat at the Table, Student Government, Diversity Dialogues

Bachelor'S Degree, Cultural Anthropology

Activities and Societies: Peer Health Educators, QSA, TransAction

Spanish Language & Culture