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DOM PISANELLI

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Summary

Public Relations Media Project Specialist with over 20 years working in Public Affairs & Community Relations work and Expertise landing Multiethnic and Local New York Media Press Coverage

proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel. Fluent in Italian and Spanish.

Profile:

Organized, dedicated and ambitious professional with excellent attention to detail, and thirst for learning and eager to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization. Public Relations Media Specialist with over 20 years working in Public Affairs & Community Relations work and Expertise landing multiethnic and local New York media press coverage, proficient in Microsoft Office, Word, Excel.

Experience:

Program Support Specialist

JCCA – Hybrid September 2023 to Present

Maintain systems of entering, tracking and updating all relevant documentation/information including but not limited to intakes, Medicaid eligibility, and all member data into GSI, MAPP, EVOLV and UAS.

Monitor the day to day maintenance of the Health Home and JCCA electronic health record systems.

Update the census, enrollment and disenrollment of members into Health Homes.

Maintain strong relationships with key staff from Health Home agencies, MCOs, and government regulatory bodies (i.e. DOH, OMH, OCFS)

Work closely with the finance department and MCO liaison on Medicaid eligibility and any changes in MMCPs.

Maintain up to date knowledge of Health Homes, Children and Family Treatment Support Services (CFTSS), Home and Community Based services (HCBS), and Managed Care.

Discuss operational issues; update staff on new or changed regulations and review electronic health records (EHR) and documentation to ensure regulatory and in-house compliance.

Provide administrative support for the Assistant Vice President and Program Directors of Health Homes and the Health Home teams.

Media Project Specialist

DKC Public Relations, New York NY December 1999 to February 2021

Distribute daily news clips, as well as analysis of print and online stories to determine the effectiveness of outreach.

Lead pitch stories to multiethnic and local press projects, place feature stories for clients such as: Univision 41, Telemundo 47, El Diario, La Prensa, CNN Español, AP Español, EFE News, BET Network, Amsterdam, Black Voices, Channel 7, National/Local press within New York City.

Developed communications that aligned with the firm’s strategic goals while anticipating needs,

Responding quickly to requests and draft materials as needed.

Provide administrative support for the press team on all relevant projects, including media list

Maintenance, meeting agendas and notes and reporting.

Assisted in the development of target media lists, media backgrounders, briefing sheets, talking points and other communication deliverables.

Built and maintained relationships with key media partners and continuously grow the positive reputation of the corporation.

Proofread materials as assigned and participate in preparations for major announcements and special Events.

Provided administrative and clerical support for reception and front office including answering phones, Taking messages, distributing mail and other tasks as assigned.

Supported with media events, managed attendance tracking and photography coordination for press.

Develop and maintain relationship with supply vendors and procurement companies to ensure supplies are maintained.

Assisted with office supply inventory management, ordering, and purchasing material for the company.

Student Intern

Westchester Square Medical Center, Bronx, N.Y. 1998-1999

Ambulatory Care Unit Student Intern

·Escorted patients to various departments throughout the hospital. Entered and updated patient database

Assisted staff with special projects answered the phone and screened telephone calls. Organized and Planned workflow to meet deadlines.

Education

Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, NY — BS, Behavioral Science 1998

The Pace Business School, Bronx, NY — AAS, Computer Programming Certificate 1994

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