Public Health Prevention Specialist III
Resume:
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Karla Kimmel-Mathis
Professional Summary
Multi-talented and consistently rewarded for success in planning and program improvements. Experience in policy development and staff management procedures positively impacting overall morale and productivity. Experienced with over 17 years of public health improvement. Years working in and with Lubbock Public schools and PTA.
Work History
Texas Department Of State Health Services - Public Health And Prevention Specialist II
Lubbock, TX
02/2016 - 07/2019
Served as the Regional resource for the ImmTrac Immunization Registry for the State of Texas. Responsible for 41 counties in the Panhandle of Texas. Responsible for ImmTrac education, technical assistance and training to registered ImmTrac users including; regional immunization staff, local health departments immunization staff, private and public health care providers, schools and daycare facilities. Education and training conducted using a variety of electronic and non-electronic equipment, use of web based applications, Department of State Health Services ImmTrac and Centers for Disease Control educational information to various stockholders and community organizations such as schools, PTA's, the general pu blic, hospitals, providers and other potential ImmTrac users. Assist with Texas Vaccine for Children Program recruitment and enrollment, respond to vaccine storage alarm system when activated, and Public Health Preparedness Activities. Knowledge of Laws, rules and regulations for Vaccine preventable diseases. Knowledge of survey methods and analysis. Responsible for conducting oral presentations at conferences and providers facilities. *********@***.***
Lubbock, TX 79407
Skills
Developed team communications and information for many different organization meetings.
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Saved the State money by researching and implementing programs for cost-initiatives and creating fresh new approaches to long-standing problems.
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Received training and certification from ImmTrac Immunization Registry to represent brand, explain technical functions of mobile devices and guide product selection by providers
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Promotion of Health and Disease
Prevention
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Disease prevention and intervention
specialist
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● Global health understanding
● Public and Media Relations
● Presentation and public speaking
Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) Certified
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● Health and safety practices
Familiarity with substance and mental
health systems
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● Public relations understanding
● Public opinion understanding
● Health department standards
Injury and Illness Prevention Program
(IIPP)
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● Child and adolescent health
● Health standards knowledge
● Public health expert
● Presentations and public speaking
● Public health
● Research and publication
● Public safety and security
● Public health knowledge
● Design and analysis
● Courses and documentation
● Infant AED and CPR
● Development and training
● Friendly and personable
● Healthcare laws and regulations
● Observance of standards
● Issue understanding
Lubbock Independent School District - Substitute Teacher Lubbock, TX
09/2006 - 01/2008
Affiliations
Board member of Lubbock ISD PTA Council, PTA Board at Bowie Elementary, Lubbock for 8 years, Board member of Shots on Schedule(SOS) immunization coalition, Board member of South Plains Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX
Bachelor of Science: Public Relations,
Advertising, And Applied
Communication
● Monitored social media and online sources for industry trends. Supervised 5 ImmTrac Outreach Specialist in Local Health Departments in providing expertise to Immunization Providers.
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Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys.
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Worked with other DSHS programs to resolve problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service.
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Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office cleaning and bookkeeping.
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Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
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Collaborated with teaching staff to devise and implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
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Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
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Assisted students of all ability levels develop life-long learning skills and good study habits.
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Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
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Leveraged classroom discussion strategies to engage students, promote topics and boost learning opportunities.
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Administered standardized assessments with strict requirements and documented information in permanent records.
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Enhanced student learning by optimizing wide range of instructional approaches and innovative classroom activities.
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Diversified classroom instruction and group activities to successfully support students with unique strengths and learning styles.
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Developed and deepened relationships with students, family members and faculty to promote optimal student learning environments.
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Taught diverse subjects for grades K-8, successfully delivering seamless teaching in absence of regular teacher.
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Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
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● Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
● Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations. Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.
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Immunization Network, Member of Suicide Prevention Coalition.
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