Experience

EDUCATION

Projects

AFFILIATIONS

Working in career centers open to the public has given me experience providing career counseling and job search services to a broad range of individuals. Through my experience at these career centers, I have been fortunate enough to work with individuals pursuing jobs in every career field and at all experience levels--from entry level to senior executive.

NORTH SHORE CAREER CENTER, Salem MA

Provided services and completed projects related to the daily operation of a One-Stop Career Center, including career counseling, assessment, and employer outreach. Provided program management and services for the agency’s skills training program under the Workforce Investment Act. 

BOSTON CAREER LINK, Boston MA

Provided employment-related services to job seekers and businesses. Managed the agency’s contractually funded job club for welfare recipients and provided direct service to the 20-30 daily participants.

MASSACHUSETTS DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, Boston MA

Performed research and policy analysis for the Policy Development Office. Projects encompassed all areas of concern for the agency including community and economic development, urban planning, and affordable housing.

MASSACHUSETTS OFFICE FOR VICTIM ASSISTANCE, Boston MA

Performed special projects in support of the Victims of Crime Act block grant program and the SafePlan Domestic Violence Program.

EDUCATION

People often think that I have had an eclectic education - but the truth is, everything I've done in life has been related to my underlying passion for ending social inequality. Included in that mission is a dedication to ensuring that every person has an opportunity to earn a decent living and that the ability to go to a job you love every day is available to everyone, not just a select few. 

MASTER'S IN PUBLIC POLICY, Tufts University

concentration in management of community organizations

In progress; estimated completion May 2006.

Global Career Development Facilitator Instructor Certification Program

 National Career Development Association

3-day intensive course resulting in certification to teach the Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF) curriculum.

Job and Career Transition Coach Certification Program

 Career Planning and Adult Development Network

3-day intensive course resulting in the Job and Career Transition Coach (JCTC) certification.

Certified Workforce Development Professional

National Association of Workforce Development Professionals

Accreditation given to those who demonstrate extensive knowledge of the workforce development system

Certificate in Grant Writing, Salem State College

Bachelor's of Science in Criminal Justice, Northeastern University

concentration in urban poverty

Graduated magna cum laude

My firm commitment to the field of workforce development has led me to create several free community resources and to lead several workgroups aimed at improving the overall functioning of the system.

STATEWIDE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION PROJECT (2001-present)

Ongoing project to chair the Career Development and Marketing Association's (CDMA) committee charged with creating the first training and certification program for workforce development professionals in Massachusetts.

CAREER ASSESSMENT WORKGROUP (2004)

Chairing a multi-agency workgroup to examine and revise a One-Stop Career Center's use of career assessments and recommending agency-wide policy changes in this area; leading a team that  reviewed over 30 different career assessments.

JOB SEARCH WEBSITES HANDOUT (2002-present)

Creation and maintenance of a twenty-five (25) page listing of websites related to job search and career exploration. Includes job boards organized by career field, sites offering career assessments, advice on researching career fields, and resume writing and other job search assistance. Handout is broadly distributed to the career development field through the Career Development and Marketing Association. 

UPCOMING JOB FAIRS HANDOUT (2002-present)

Creation and maintenance of a listing for job seekers of upcoming job fairs in Massachusetts and surrounding states. The handout is broadly distributed to the career development field through the Career Development and Marketing Association. 

UPCOMING WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT EVENTS HANDOUT (2002-present)

Creation and maintenance of a listing of upcoming workshops, trainings, networking events, and conferences for professionals in the fields of workforce development and career management. This listing centers on national conferences and trainings, and local events in MA. The Career Development and Marketing Association uses this handout to create the professional development calendars on their website.

CAREER MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS HANDOUT (2002-present)

Creation and maintenance of a listing of professional associations related to all aspects of workforce development and career management. This listing centers on national associations as well as associations central to Massachusetts and New England. The Career Development and Marketing Association uses this handout to create the professional associations listing on their website.

AFFILIATIONS

I believe that professional development is a critical component of career management; if you are isolated and unconnected, then your career is at risk. 

CAREER DEVELOPMENT AND MARKETING ASSOCIATION (CDMA)

Member 2000-present. Vice President for Information Services 2002-2005. Certification Committee Chair 2001-present.

CAREER COUNSELORS CONSORTIUM (CCC)

Member 2001-present.

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION (ASPA)

Member 2004-present

INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKFORCE PROFESSIONALS (IAWDP)

Member 2003-2005

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