AREIAL WATTS

*** ***** ********* ****** ***. M**, Jackson, MS 39202 (C) 228-***-**** ac6a2o@r.postjobfree.com LinkIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/areialwatts/ Website: https://areialwatts.wixsite.com/eportfolio PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Innovative Master of Public Health scholar with proven leadership skills, and a strong background in health promotion, and health education. Skilled at working with diverse communities. Advanced communication skills, both verbal and written and exceptional capacity to execute administrative tasks and manage logistics. Seeking an employment position to apply behavioral change processes to public health issues and contribute health of various populations. EDUCATION

Master of Public Health: Behavioral Health Promotion and Education Apr. 2019 Jackson State University - Jackson, MS

Bachelor of Science: Health Policy and Administration May 2016 The University of Southern Mississippi - Hattiesburg, MS AA Associates of Arts (AA): Management May 2012

University of Southern Mississippi, College of Health RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

Graduate Assistant 08/2017 to 05/2018

Jackson State University – Jackson, MS

Provided high-level of administrative, technical, and research assistance to Principal Investigator, executing research activities for grant funded project related to sexual/reproductive health and sex education among young adults in Mississippi.

• Responsible for daily administrative and logistical operations, assisted with preparation of marketing and communication materials, and took part in research and investigative tasks as needed.

• Planned and executed activities to promote sexual health focus group discussions, recruit members for programs Young Adult Advisory Council. and development health communication materials.

• Corresponded with clients through email, telephone or postal mail.

• Oversaw inventory activities, including materials monitoring, ordering or requisition, and supply stocking or re- stocking.

• Co-facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.

• Generated leads and created business relationships to interact with vendors, contractors, and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate management instruction. Graduate Research Assistant 05/2017 to 08/2017

Jackson State University – Jackson, MS

Under the supervision of Departmental Faculty, assisted on a project designed to investigate the role implicit bias in the public health arena.

• Assisted with data collection to be used for potential academic publications.

• Gathered, organized and entered data into EndNote, Qualtrics, and Excel.

• Prepared manuscripts for publication by conducting literature reviews and illustrating data and figures

• Presented results to field experts at Delta Society of Public Health Educators annual meeting in Birmingham, AL Intern 01/2016 to 05/2016

Singing River Hospital – Pascagoula, MS

Shadowed the Director of Patient Resource Management. Gained insight into Healthcare Administration operations.

• Worked with Director of Patient Resource Management to develop engaging curriculum and advance instruction for all nurse ans social work case managers

• Assisted in monitoring the use of diagnostic services, inpatient beds to ensure effective use of resources

• Offered constructive feedback and contributed ideas at weekly staff meetings

• Developed a departmental electronic external agencies referral database, increased productivity by 15% WORK EXPERIENCES

Assistant Store Manager

Always Money - Gautier, MS

• Recommended loan approvals and denials based on customer loan application reviews.

• Maintained strict confidentiality of bank records and client information.

• Pulled daily branch reports.

• Created strategies to develop and expand sales of services to existing customer which resulted in 20% increase quarterly revenue.

• Developed prospects for new loans by conducting 120 cold calls weekly. Customer Service Representative

General Dynamic Information Technology- Hattiesburg, MS

• Provided knowledgeable responses to telephone inquiries regarding basic general and claims specific information in a courteous and timely manner

• Assisted consumers in applying for Federal Marketplace Plans, determining eligibility for cost-sharing reductions, premium tax credits, or exemptions

• Followed established and documented policies, such as adhering to the Affordable Care Act, Privacy Rules, and HIPPA

Guest Service Team Leader

Target - Hattiesburg, MS

• Trained more than 20 new sales associates each quarter.

• Communicated clear expectations and goals to each team member.

• Communicated with vendors regarding back order availability, future inventory and special orders.

• Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts.

• Recognized and rewarded outstanding work performance to cultivate a positive and collaborative customer service cultur

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Public Health Association, 2016- Present

Active Member

Planned Parenthood Young Professionals Group, Jackson MS 2017-Present Active Member

Delta Society of Public Health Education, 2017-Present Student Member

Mississippi Public Health Association, 2015- Present Student Member

Eta Sigma Gamma, (National Health Education Honorary), University of Southern Mississippi 2015-2016 Student Member

American Public Health Association, 2016- Present Active Member Planned Parenthood Young Professionals Group, Jackson MS 2017-Present Active Member Delta Society of Public Health Education, 2017-Present Student Member Mississippi Public Health Association, 2015- Present Student Member Eta Sigma Gamma, (National Health Education Honorary), University of Southern Mississippi 2015-2016 Student Member PROFESSIONAL TRAINING

Foundations: A Trauma-Informed Approach to Sex Education Mississippi State Department of Health, March 02, 2018 Foundations: Core Skills Training for Sex Education Mississippi State Department of Health, March 01, 2018 SOPHE's 19th Annual Advocacy Summit

Society of Public Health Education, Washington D.C, October 21-23, 2017 Description: Capitol Hill and advocate on behalf of Mississippians Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative Certification Jackson State University, September 06, 2017

Completed the following CITI program course: Social and Behavioral Research Environmental Occupational Safety & Health Summer Institute University of Alabama Birmingham, Birmingham, AL. May, 2015 Deep South Center's for Occupational Health and Safety annual institute host small number of selected undergraduate applicants to explore NIOSH supported academic programs in industrial hygiene, occupational health nursing, occupational injury prevention and occupational safety and ergonomics; while we also took several field trips that exposed us to OHS fits in various settings

Basic Life Support (BLS) (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) responder

American Red Cross, currently expired

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Planned Parenthood, Women in the Halls

Volunteer, Jackson MS,

March of Dimes, Lobby Day

Volunteer, Jackson MS,

National Public Health Week, What is Public Health? Community Showcase Presenter, Jackson State University

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