Steven Carosello, Mba, Mpp Email & Phone Number

Worcester, Massachusetts, United States

• Continued collaboration with the Director of Equity Programming and Community Outreach to develop and execute a comprehensive outreach strategy targeting communities impacted by marijuana-related offenses.• Designing and implementing a statewide strategic outreach plan, enhancing visibility and engagement for Commission programs and initiatives.• Leading multiple outreach campaigns across the Commonwealth, handling event management and stakeholder engagement at various community booths and events.• Established and maintained productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including community leaders, government officials, non-profits, and trade associations to promote a more equitable industry.• Developed collaborative partnerships with various community organizations to bolster support for marginalized groups and enhance program recruitment and training.• Hosted and supported numerous in-person and virtual meetings and trainings to disseminate information and engage community members.• Actively participate in community events, utilizing established networks to keep community members informed of policy developments and Commission updates.• Expanded outreach and educational opportunities through strategic partnerships, focusing on priority stakeholders.• Management of end-to-end community outreach projects, ensuring seamless planning, execution, and evaluation to meet strategic objectives.

Worcester, Massachusetts, United States

• Assist in the ongoing strategic planning process for the Commissions equity programming and community outreach initiatives and the management of the Social Equity Program (SEP). • Engage with constituents and stakeholders regarding equity in the regulated industry. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and other Departments towards advancing the mission of equity and assisting those harmed by the War on Drugs, marijuana prohibition, disproportionate arrest and incarceration. • Actively participate in managing events and projects, including the Commission’s Intersection of Cannabis and Equity event with the City of Boston. • Regularly draft internal and external communications regarding the Equity Programming and Community Outreach Department (i.e., memo’s, email blasts, media posts, etc.).• Lead the Commissions Community Outreach efforts.

• Assessed, evaluated and conducted ongoing case management of children and families.• Developed, reviewed, and updated strength-based service plans, including risk assessments.• Lead and facilitated treatment team meetings to address issues around the family’s departmental involvement. • Member of the Diversity Leadership Team of the Area Office.

Springfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Area

• Provided consultation to staff, stakeholders, and families around issues of DEI. • Facilitated training to area office staff on topics involving the LGBTQIA+ community. • Attended and led a discussion in Quarterly Statewide LGBTQIA+ meetings with state agencies throughout the Commonwealth. • Conducted outreach to mental health agencies in Western Ma to identify LGBTQIA+ friendly providers experienced working with children and families.

Springfield, Massachusetts Metropolitan Area

• Conducted comprehensive assessments, evaluations, and ongoing case management for children and families, ensuring alignment with agency standards and regulatory requirements.• Developed, reviewed, and implemented strength-based service plans tailored to each child’s needs, including risk assessments, safety plans, and personal development goals.• Facilitated and coordinated essential services, including health and social services appointments, by transporting and accompanying children as necessary.• Engaged in regular communication with staff, judicial systems, and external constituencies, initiating court actions when required to safeguard children’s best interests.• Provided counseling services to families, empowering them to make stable commitments to children while coordinating visits with biological parents, guardians, and other relatives.• Participated in weekly supervisory sessions, staff meetings, in-service training, and team meetings to enhance service delivery and professional development.• Upheld a high standard of professionalism within the community, and with clients, schools, courts, and referral agencies, working to establish and maintain constructive relationships.• Member of the Diversity Leadership Team of the Area Office.

Worcester, Massachusetts

• Managed the Regional Re-Entry Center and conducted outreach to increase the visibility of the program. Also, engaged with stakeholders advocating for re-entry services and support.• Facilitated and managed partnerships between the Offices of Probation and Parole and the various courts in Worcester County to increase engagement in the program. • Planned and facilitated several career fairs, including the first career fair at the WCSO Jail and House of Corrections to target returning citizens 60-days before release.• Represented the Sheriff’s Office as a member of Uxbridge & Oxford Opioid Task Forces.• Member of several District Drug Court Teams.• Managed relationships with the City of Worcester and other municipalities to allow for waived fees for those returning citizens engaged in the program to obtain birth certificates.

Worcester, Massachusetts

• Provided direct support to clients in the Transitional Services Program in Worcester, MA. • Facilitate recovery-based groups concerning substance abuse issues. • Completed case management tasks, including the referrals to additional treatment programs. • Distributed Medicated Assisted Treatment (MAT) and other medication to clients.

Marlborough, Ma

• Led and collaborated with a team in Boston Scientifics HQ Global Operations Center, where we were charged with monitoring the global operations of the organization. • Responsible for completing Incident Reports. • Conducted reviews of flight and travel plans for leadership and travelers and analyzed information on potential impacts; i.e., inclement weather, natural disasters, and terror attacks. • Completed and distributed Incident and Security Reports to Regional Security Managers to communicate details of security risks for security planning coordination and response.• Oversaw subordinate staff members.

Fitchburg, Ma

Observed Police operations. Engaged in data management and other administrative tasks.

Master Of Public Policy, Public Management

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Management

Bachelor'S Degree, Criminal Justice

Activities and Societies: Sigma Tau Gamma Fraternity