Public Health Education

JAMES GBALA

South Saint Paul, MN ***** 651-***-**** ********@*****.*** WWW: Bold Profile

Professional Summary

As a confident and experienced health professional, I am recognized for designing effective health education campaigns and programs that raise awareness of critical health issues. I excel at assessing the need for health education and developing comprehensive strategies that promote overall health and wellness. My strengths include teaching, mentoring, and building strong relationships with individuals to provide ongoing support for their well-being. As a skilled advisor, I effectively communicate with people of all ages, conveying essential health information clearly and directly.

Work History

Consultant-Community Programs 03/2021 to Current

Independent-Self Employed – Saint Paul, MN

Evaluated 50 client needs and expectations during a quarter, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.

Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.

Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.

Education

Ph.D.: Public Health 07/2016

Walden University - Minneapolis, MN

Doctor of Philosophy, Public Health, focusing on Epidemiology and Community Health. Courses include Introduction to Public Health, medium and upper-level coursework in epidemiology, Biostatistics, Applied Research, Dissertation, Public Health Planning, and Community Health Education/Promotion.

Master of Science: Counseling Psychology 12/1996

University of Wisconsin-Stout - Menomonie, WI

Introduction to Counseling, Counseling Methods, Research in Mental, Family Counseling, Children and Adults Counseling Methods, Group Facilitation Methods, Internship, Presentations, thesis research, and more.

Bachelor of Arts: Management Business 02/1991

Kennesaw State University - Kennesaw, GA

Introduction to Business Management

Organizational Management, Marketing, English composition,

Team Development, Finance,

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Team leadership & development

Client relationships

Time management

Work Planning and Prioritization

Analysis & evaluation

Client rapport

Continuous improvement

Integrity and honesty

Affiliations

American Public Health Association; American Counseling Associ

Black Association of Social Workers,

Interests

Over the years of my career, I have developed a variety of interests, including continuous learning, physical fitness and wellness, Family and children, Basketball and soccer, travel, music, fishing, and many other adventures.

Mindfulness Practices

Projects

One of the successful projects I am proud of was the 'Health Disparities' project. I initiated this project as the Executive Director of Hope International Health and Human Services. The project aimed to assess the healthcare needs of African immigrant and refugee communities in Saint Paul and Minneapolis. This initiative evolved as a result of the HIV/AIDS epidemic that was widespread in that community. To undertake the project, a grant proposal was developed and submitted to the Minnesota Department of Health. In response to the proposal, MDH provided funds to implement the project. An assessment tool was developed and used to assess the plight of the target community to implement the project. The result of the assessment indicated that African immigrant and refugee communities were ignorant of the disease of HIV/AIDS, they lacked the knowledge of the disease and majority did not practice safe sex, most were in denial of the existence of the disease. A report was written on the results, and I presented the report at a health disparities conference in Minnesota. The assessment result was eye-opening for the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and the vast majority of state officials.

To address the problem, foundations, and MDH provided additional funding to develop aggressive and culturally appropriate health education and promotion materials to combat the further spread of the disease in that community. After this intervention, the spread of the disease decreased.

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