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Assistant Project Director

SUNY Research FoundationSUNY Polytechnic Institute

Sep 2025 - Current (10 months)

As an Assistant Project Director, I played a pivotal role in translating NYSED program guidelines into actionable practices that supported students both academically and socially. I proposed improvements and coordinated student impact initiatives, ensuring that our efforts were aligned with the needs of the community. Collaborating closely with school districts, families, and community partners, I addressed barriers affecting student success, focusing on creating meaningful impacts for youth. Additionally, my experience in utilization management was beneficial as I worked with at-risk youth, submitting data and assessments to NYSED, which enhanced our program's effectiveness and accountability in meeting student needs.

Community Engagement Specialist

WellBe Senior Medical

May 2025 - Jan 2026 (9 months)

Building trusted relationships with seniors, caregivers, providers, clinicians and community organizations. Vendor liaison between the health plan in partnership with health insurance providers (Aetna, BCBS), and the community to foster trust, drive engagement, and improve health outcomes within the senior community, post-acute care, at-home care, OT/PT, rehab facilities and skilled-nursing facilities.

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Assistant Asset Manager

People First - City of Utica Municipal Housing

Sep 2024 - Jul 2025 (11 months)

Marketing, leasing, interviewing, screening, complaints, upkeep, inspections, coordinating contractors, service coordinators and community partnerships. Assisted with budget tracking, reporting, and operational oversight to projects aligned with NYS/HUD funding and compliance requirements. Collaborated with MVCAA and other nonprofit agencies to promote resident stability and equitable access to services during redevelopment amongst elderly, disabled, homeless, homeless youth populations.

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Relocation Manager

HousingToHome

Jun 2023 - May 2025 (2 years)

Led relocation planning and coordination during large scale state- and federally funded renovation projects, working directly with contractors and HCR representatives. Managed timelines, documentation, and stakeholder communication to ensure smooth project execution. Advocated for vulnerable residents while maintaining accountability to project goals. Served as a point of contact to ensure residents were informed, supported, and treated with dignity throughout project transition, coordinated services within.

Field Research Associate

Westat

Feb 2021 - Oct 2022 (1 year 9 months)

Conducted public health data collection for national studies (PATH), outreach and research through evidence-based policymaking.

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Advocacy & Support Specialist

AccessCNY

Feb 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years 11 months)

Provided direct outreach, advocacy, and life skills support for clients with developmental disabilities.

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Service Coordinator - Care Manager

RCIL Resource Center for Independent Living

Aug 2008 - Sep 2023 (15 years 2 months)

Provided home care coordination, advocacy, and system navigation across healthcare, behavioral health, housing, and social services supporting individuals with mental health challenges and disabilities. Long term supports for TBI/NHTD working with MLTC/VNS/VNA.

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