Human Relations Specialist

AMBER PHILLIPS

Sacramento, CA *****

Cell: 916-***-****

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School Director and Project Manager with over 16 years of experience in non-for profit and education. With extensive experience working effectively with underrepresented and at-risk populations. Expert in relationship building, client focus, and program management.

Teamwork and Collaboration

Time Management

Grant Writing

Community Relations expertise

Leadership Development

Public Speaking

Adaptability

Research

Advocacy

Emotional Intelligence

Community Events Coordinator

Social Media Management

02/2016 to 01/2020

OFFICE OF COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

The Bronx, NY

Community School Director M.S. 376

Developed and maintained programs for 600 students; centered around critical counseling, school-wide services, and family and community outreach in a high-poverty, New York City public school; while managing $500k annually in government grants.

Spearheaded an on-site and full-service health clinic, food pantry, and weekly enrichment programs for students living in shelters and temporary housing.

Built coalitions with community-based organizations to provide support to over 100 families in impoverished communities.

Managed 12 professional staff in the area of academic support and collegiate planning for 4 years. 09/2004 to 10/2015

SACRAMENTO CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

Sacramento, CA

Inclusion Specialist and Educator

Developed Individual Education Programs (IEP) to establish student outcome goals and define educational strategies, while collaborating with colleagues on effective ways to eliminate learning gaps through cohesive educational plans.

Created a culturally sensitive curriculum reflective of the community's social and racial demographics. Established environments that fostered engagement and rapport amongst students, while instilling the joys of learning and discovery.

Applied proactive behavior management techniques for classroom discipline. Developed a supplemental nutrition program in partnership with local food pantries for students and families. 10/2007 to 05/2015

ST. JOHNS SHELTER FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN

Sacramento, CA

Family Advocate

Assessed the needs of residents and collaborated with community agencies to make resources accessible. Established and implemented short-term and long-term goals for residents to increase skill development in the areas of parenting, job readiness, and independent living. Developed and conducted weekly crisis intervention classes; to promote self-sufficiency and aid in the family reunification process, while acting as the liaison between the facility and the Department of Social Services. Secured grant funds totaling $20k for an on-site learning center and full-service warehouse. BACHELOR OF ARTS: BACHELOR OF ARTS IN EDUCATION- SPECIAL EDUCATION California State University - Sacramento, Sacramento, CA ASSOCIATE OF ARTS: PSYCHOLOGY TEACHER EDUCATION

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EXPERIENCE

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Sacramento City College, Sacramento, CA

Mental Health First Aid- 2017-2020

Volunteers of America- Advocate-2016

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