Mental Health Project Manager
Resume:
April Gallelli
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Education:
B.S. Administration of Justice (1995) Master of Science Criminal Justice (2016)
Arizona State University, Tempe Arizona University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati Ohio
Dean’s List (1992)
Master of Science Forensic Psychology (2018)
Walden University, Minneapolis Minnesota
Selected to National Society of Leadership, Sigma Alpha Pi (2019)
Honors/Achievements:
Selected by Buckeye Health as part of 3 person panel on ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)
Selected by Buckeye Health to participate in multi-disciplinary group to develop Statewide Anti-Bullying Legislation
Selected to Interact for Health Opioid Regional Impact on Children Committee
Nominated as Board Chair for Rockdale Academy LSDMC (Local School Decision Making Committee)
Appointed as Project Coordinator and Point Person for the Million Step Challenge.
Planned and implemented the recruitment strategies and initiatives for the challenge.
Lead neighborhood to victory in the Challenge in both 2016 and 2017
Professional Experience:
Avondale Development Corporation (2016- Present)
Project Manager/Community Organizer
Appointed as Project Manager for Avondale Community Quality of Life Plan
Strengthened and established partnerships with stakeholders and community members
Re-established street teams and identified Community Liaisons in various neighborhood blocks and buildings
Implemented and facilitated initiatives and services in accordance with Choice and Place Maters Grants
Partnered with stakeholders and residents in the promotion, community engagement, planning and facilitation of Block Parties, street cleanups, crime intervention and annual community events
Collaborated with residents, Legal Aid, mental health, the City of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Police to address health and safety issues in subsidized housing
Worked with residents, Legal Aid and the City of Cincinnati to implement legal action against absentee property owners and landlords
Collaborated with residents, Cincinnati Police and a multi-disciplinary team to implement the Avondale “Good Guy Loitering “ Safety Initiative
Appointed as agency Lead for Interact for Health Thriving Communities grant
Conducted surveys and assessments
Analyzed data and prepared reports and grant proposals
Interviewed, trained and supervised student interns and community volunteers
Northern Kentucky Area Development District Kentucky Career Center (2014-2016)
Work Force Development Specialist
•Presented information on training social and employment services to job seekers and employers
•Recruited clients for WIOA programs and services
•Determined eligibility for WIOA funds for training
•Assessed job seekers for transferable skills and employment readiness
•Conducted job readiness and employment retention training
•Matched job seekers to open positions
•Collaborated with client and partner agencies to develop individualized employment plans
•Connected individuals to appropriate social, economic, educational and employment services
•Monitored individuals progress while in training and in job placement
•Prepared and updated monthly status reports
•Planned, facilitated and participated in career fairs and hiring events
•Conducted site visits to determine current hiring needs and inform area employers of Career Center Services
•Assisted employers and job seekers with posting jobs and resumes on Career Center Website
Wright Patterson AFB Medical Center Mental Health Clinic- Dayton Ohio (2006-2012)
Administrative Outreach/ Care Coordinator
•Represented the Wright Patterson AFB Mental Health Clinic at meetings and events
•Created monthly newsletters, flyers information boards and presentations
•Planned and facilitated special events and community outreach initiatives
•Attended hospital staff meetings to answer questions, and explain procedures
•Conducted briefings to educate the command, military families and military members on mental health issues
•Educated the community on the effects of the deployment cycle
•Assessed patients for mental health needs and referred to appropriate services
•Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans
•Provided support for clients in understanding diagnosis and following treatment plans
•Facilitated patient admissions to specialized mental health programs
•Maintained confidential electronic medical records (EMR)
•Processed patient referrals, transfers and discharges
Dayton Urban League – Dayton Ohio (2003-2006)
School Enrichment Specialist
•Conducted educational assessments and adhered to documentation processes and procedures
• Taught students anger management techniques, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills.
•Created and facilitated group and individual classroom activities based on differentiated learning needs
•Consulted with parents, teachers, and administration to determine root causes of truancy, poor grades and classroom disruption
•Engaged students, parents, and faculty in the development of individualized behavior plans
•Assessed and referred students to mental health and social services
•Organized field trips and academic and social events
•Prepared daily lesson plans for behavioral group activities and reading and math support.
•Communicated effectively with a diverse group of school administrators, educators, parents and students
•Assisted over 50 first generation high school graduates in accessing postsecondary education and employment
•Attended meetings and trainings necessary for professional development and as required by the agency
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