Shelley Rogers

Community Outreach Specialist

Independence, MO 64057

adtx1a@r.postjobfree.com

+1-816-***-****

Build healthy relationships with my colleagues and key outside associates that will establish the company mission and build a positive image in the community Key Attributes & Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (courteous, friendly and approachable) Trustworthy, honest and loyal

Polished appearance and professional demeanor (especially under pressure) Strong organization skills, quick-study and self-motivated Accurate with attention to detail, ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast and changing environment Understand the importance of confidentiality and discretion Always willing to learn and improve skills; resourceful in problem solving Bring a positive attitude to the workplace; can work independently yet be a team player Able to manage a diverse number of projects and exercise good judgment Flexible to work overtime and perform duties beyond the scope of my position Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Community Outreach Specialist

The Whole Person, Inc - United States

February 1997 to September 2014

Direct outreach to local organizations for collaboration purposes and promoting organization's mission in the community.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Community Partnerships: Successfully organized and led efforts to build relationships with key stakeholders in the community

• Community Outreach: Increased levels of participation of minorities through outreach activities

• Relationship Building: Developed awareness through community activities which increased support for the organization

• Public Relations: Improved organization image in minority communities through presentations and workshops.

Mental Health Advocate

Systems Advocacy

2011 to 2013

Assisted individuals with mental health issues to develop realistic goals, build plan of action measure personal success and adjust plans as needed.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Independent Living Plans: Assisted and taught consumers how to develop independent living plans through skills training

• Peer Support: Provided individual and group support for self-advocacy skills to empower individuals

• Systems Advocacy: Advocated at local, state and federal levels for individuals with disabilities, specifically those with mental health issues (traumatic brain injury, depression, etc.)

• Developed and organized peer support group for people with disabilities in the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual and Transsexual (LGBT) community.

• Assisted in organizing Annual Pride Festival.

• Assisted in organizing Disability Mentoring Day.

• Organizer for Annual AIDS Walk

• Project Equality Civil Rights Summit Committee member. Community Outreach Coordinator

Community Partnerships

2011 to 2012

Organized and directed outreach program activities for the organization. ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Community Partnerships: Initiated leadership efforts to improve communications and build stronger relationships with local, state and federal divisions.

• Community Outreach: Increased the level of participation of minorities through consistent education and meaningful outreach activities.

• Relationship Building: Developed presentations for community events to promote TWP's core services.

• Public Relations: Developed plan to improve the organization image through workshops, forums and attendance at outside events.

• Attending metro and rural Chambers of Commerce as TWP representative. Executive Assistant to the CEO/Disability Rights Advocate The Whole Person

1997 to 2011

Assisted CEO with excellent administrative assistant skills to allow him to grow and develop the organization to serve more consumers in need.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• Maintained schedule, calendar management and set/confirm appointments.

• Developed database entry and management system.

• Planned events/meetings with staff, board members, and outside leaders.

• Planned travel arrangements (travel, hotel, itineraries, expense reports).

• Prepared correspondence for CEO's signature.

• Ordered and maintained office supply inventory within budgetary guidelines.

• Developed and maintained filing and record systems.

• Managed necessary follow-through on short and long-term projects, as assigned.

• Arranged for any special accommodations that were needed for staff or attendees.

• Prepared staff newsletter for organization.

Education

Business Partnership Strategies

University of Missouri - Columbia, MO

2001

Curriculum

Central Missouri State University

1983 to 1985

High school or equivalent in Liberal Arts

University of Missouri - Kansas City, MO

September 2012

Skills

• Front Desk

• Microsoft Word

• Customer Service

• Receptionist

• Filing

• MS Office

• Data Entry

• Clerical

• Word

• training

• Microsoft Office

• Administrative Experience

• Phone Etiquette

• Outlook

• Organizational Skills

• Inventory

• Public Relations

• Personal Assistant Experience

• Calendar Management

• Dealership experience

• Time management

• Microsoft Powerpoint

• Clerical experience

• Recruiting

• Event Planning

Certifications and Licenses

Driver's License

December 2020 to December 2026

Title experience

March 1994 to March 1996

Worked for Cable Dahmer Chevrolet as front desk receptionist. Included issuing temporary tags, answering phones and paging staff or department overhead.

Contact this candidate