Robin D. Kamara, Msw Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Greater Atlanta Area

• Demonstrated expertise as primary project manager throughout the execution of corporate volunteer projects from development through delivery alongside Institutional Giving staff. • Partnered with Club and program members to train volunteers and lead on-site activities.• Administered all individual, civic, and corporate volunteer engagement aspects for BGCMA’s 21 clubs across 10 counties.• Liaised with the Director of Corporate Partnerships to develop innovative engagement strategies for corporate partners, including volunteer activities, marketing affiliations, and financial support.• Served as spokesperson to external organizations and companies at key events to expand the awareness of volunteer opportunities at BGCMA.• Carried out the alignment of objectives with resource development colleagues by establishing a volunteer giving program that nurtured volunteers into becoming financial supporters.• Coordinated and conducted comprehensive volunteer management training for Club staff, attaining a positive experience for volunteers.• Supported Clubs in sourcing and evaluating volunteer needs and delegating duties to achieve their strategic goals.• Presided over implementing technology solutions, including reviewing and updating the Volunteer Hub website and monitoring program equipment.• Selected by Senior Leadership and Board to serve on the Programs & Partnerships Committee with accountability for developing BGCMA’s goals and objectives for the 2025 year.

Greater Atlanta Area

• Employed control and authorization over direct services delivery for multiple clubs, including training club staff and leading the educational direction while operating as lead staffing agent for Career Bound.• Reviewed, assessed, and approved original content utilized in Career Bound lessons, HUB events, and partnership driven programs. • Piloted weekly team meetings for the purpose of tracking progress, assigning tasks, and conveying initiative and grant information to the Sr. Director of Teen Services and Teen Services Staff.• Contributed extensively to program evaluation in collaboration with the Senior Director of Teen services. • Spearheaded informational meetings aimed at club staff, high school staff, youth, and parents to recruit students into the College Bound Program.• Examined, vetted, and launched partnership driven programs, events, and workshops, including partnership management and project delivery. • Prospected, evaluated, and secured more than 10 partnerships in less than 1 year.

Greater Atlanta Area

• Directed and oversaw 4 Regional Specialists which served 25 Metro Atlanta clubs consisting of over 500 members in grades 9 through 12.• Fostered corporate and community-based partnerships that provided services for teen BGCMA members.• Produced creative content for Career Bound lessons, HUB events, and partnership driven programs.• Enlisted teen members for partnerships and collaborations which offered valuable leadership opportunities, internships, employment prospects, and scholarships.• Enhanced teen recruitment, retention, and programs with a concentration on career preparedness, higher education, and workforce development.

Greater Atlanta Area

• Achieved measurable success in overseeing staffing activities for a cluster of clubs concerning College Bound and related programs as well as career readiness activities.• Facilitated regular workshops with the goal of educating parents and targeted youth on the required steps to prepare for and enter institutions of higher education and the workforce. • Observed and assessed participant’s academic ability and career interest to ensure suitability for the program.• Governed an individual caseload derived from the cluster of clubs throughout Metro Atlanta.• Tracked involved youth’s academic achievements, test results, and career development on a consistent basis.• Obtained critical resources and facilitators to prepare youth for passing exams and achieving minimum scores required on SAT, ACT, and GHSGT for university enrollment. • Delivered expert counseling to members, especially graduating seniors, and their families in planning for college admission, financial aid procedures, military enlistment, and/or workforce entry.• Administered all facets of a caseload of 200 students in grades 8 to 12 at 6 BGCMA clubs.• Created and systematized a special events calendar consisting of Senior Retreats, Financial Aid and ACT/ SAT workshops, and college and career readiness workshops for members in the Department of Juvenile Justice custody.

• Delivered informed advisement to students, parents, teachers, and other school and community personnel with the objective of meeting the needs of a diverse student base.• Engaged with students monthly in order to review, guide, and implement academic plans as well as provide appropriate recommendations. • Afforded individualized 1:1 support for students with learning disabilities and IEPs.• Ensured full compliance with ethical standards of the counseling profession while abiding by school governance laws, policies, and procedures.

Greater Atlanta Area

• Presented a superior educational experience by leading Sociology and Psychology courses for undergraduate students.• Played a substantial role in reviewing and evaluating student learning outcomes.• Documented and submitted student and instructional records, ensuring accuracy of all information.• Created and implemented an effective curriculum, instructional materials, and evaluation tools in association with other faculty members.• Delivered valuable feedback to students by promptly returning assessed work, thereby promoting maximum learning capabilities.• Displayed sensitivity and understanding to a wide range of student needs and circumstances.

Smyrna, Georgia

• Directed the coordination of care for patients with coinciding disorders while operating as primary liaison for patients, families, and referrals sources.• Supported patients through understanding their conditions and treatment options as well as evaluated patient progress.• Conducted therapy sessions and implemented interventions while completing discharge planning and treatment documentation.• Facilitated investigations, medical and treatment referrals, and ongoing legal proceedings.

Greater Atlanta Area

• Spearheaded the launch of the Educational Talent Search, which served low-income and potential first-generation college students throughout targeted high schools and middle schools.• Instituted a College Readiness curricula for grades 6 to 12 and national college tours alongside the Associate Director.• Cultivated partnerships with schools, community agencies, postsecondary institutions, and other community resources to promote program goals.• Established and updated the objectives and activities of the Educational Talent Search Program in alignment with the U.S. Department of Education.

Master'S Degree, Clinical Social Work

Activities and Societies: Alpha Epsilon Lambda Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, and Phi Alpha National Social Work Honor Society

Bachelor'S Degree, Counseling Psychology

Activities and Societies: • Alpha Kappa Mu Honors Society, Dean’s Honor Roll, and Psychology Club Vice President