Health Public

Kar Wilson, Jr.

West Warwick, RI ***** • 917-***-****

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www.linkedin.com/in/kar-wilson-jr/

Global Health and Behavior Change Specialist • Community Outreach & Health Services SUMMARY

10 years of experience in public health and behavioral science research, outreach, and education. Survivor of cholera epidemic who enjoys understanding, educating, and protecting at-risk and vulnerable populations. Seeking roles in public health organizations to impact international populations, communities and causes. ACHIEVEMENTS

• Supervised and guided behavior analysts in development and implementation of individualized behavioral plans with attention to consistency, ABA methodologies, and outcome assessment strategies

• Researched and presented findings on the continuity of healthcare services for immigrants and refugees

• Collected and distributed public health supplies during US Ebola Virus outbreak

• Supported HIV/AIDS patients to through home visits, appointment transportation, medication instructions

• Conducted research on Immigrant & Refugee Healthcare Research (Ebola, HIV/AIDS, STDs) for Rhode Island Department of Health during a 2 year internship program EXPERIENCE

Grant Project Specialist, Rhode Island Department of Health, 05/2020-Present

• Work with COVID-19 patients to help them recall close contacts during timeframe while infectious

• Warn exposed individuals (contacts) of their potential exposure as rapidly and sensitively as possible

• Provide contacts with education, information, and support to understand their risk, what they should do

• Encourage contacts to separate themselves from others who are not exposed, monitor themselves for illness Behavior Communication Specialist, Orchard Street Academy, Marlborough, MA, 08/2016-01/2019

• Conducted Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs), home assessments and behavior intervention plans

• Nurtured and educated independent living skills, behavior, and social goals/objectives for students

• Trained all staff on ABA tools and led various professional development workshops and career sessions

• Taught socially acceptable behavior, employing behavior modification and positive reinforcement Public Health Advisor Intern, Rhode Island Department of Health, Providence, RI, 06/2013-09/2015

• Worked with and trained Liberian community members on the causes, signs and symptoms of Ebola Virus

• Participated in church, sporting, and public events to connect with the Liberian community

• Promoted awareness of Ebola Virus, HIV/AIDS, and STDs and by tracing HIV/AIDS Immigrants

• Helped create innovative solutions to public health problems through policies, programs, and interventions Director Support Worker, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Wrentham, MA, 5/2007-12/2012

• Diffused tense situations with runaway student, improved program performance and partnered with police

• Formulated dual school and home action plans, monitored student progress, and mitigated program risks

• Trained/supervised new staff, managed monthly house budgets and need, ensured use of best practices

• Maintained client confidentiality records and individuals' rights through law and regulatory compliance SKILLS

Research & Project Management, Quantitative & Qualitative Analysis, ABC Data Collection & Analysis, Behavioral Assessments & Action Plan, Report & Presentation, Staff Supervision & Performance Management, Budget Administration, Risk Assessment & Mitigation, Intervention Strategies, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Relationship Building, Problem & Conflict Resolution Languages: English (Fluent), French (Fluent)

Research & Program Experience: Immigrant/Refugee Healthcare, Violence Prevention, At-Risk Youth, Program Management & Consulting, Team Building & Leadership RECENT EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS

Master of Science in Management, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis, Salve Regina University, Newport, RI Bachelor of Science in Global & Environmental Health, University of Rhode Island, Kingston, RI CERTIFICATIONS

COVID-19 : Operational Planning Guidelines and COVID-19 Partners Platform to support country Preparedness and response, WHO

Prévention et contrôle des infections appliqués au nouveau coronavirus, WHO Malaria, USAID

Antimicrobial Resistance, USIAD

Introduction aux Droits de l’Homme

Université de Génève

COVID-19 Contract Tracing, Johns Hopkins University (Coursera) Outbreaks and Epidemics, Johns Hopkins University (Coursera) Essential Epidemiologic Tools for Public Health Practice, Johns Hopkins University Introduction to Humanitarian Law: University of Geneva Safety Care, CPR, First Aid

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