ALEX MULLINS
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PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Highly organized analytical Doctoral of Epidemiology Candidate, with superior goal setting, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Solid reputation for being skilled in public health education, kinesiology, physical therapy education and work with at-risk populations. Experienced in strategic planning, administrative assistance, and managing facility operations. Keeps pace with changes in various industries and evolving needs. Strong ability to identify, develop and sustain a network of people to liaise with various departments, institutions, and the public to raise awareness. Able to execute strategic initiatives in a methodical approach, ensuring proper deliverables and goals being achieved.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2024-Present Columbia High School-Dekalb County Public Schools
Volunteer
Experienced grid creation and support with Communities in Schools Atlanta
Familiarity with Communities in Schools Atlanta Alumni Program and the 4 E’s of the Program
Secured partners to meet families, staff, and student needs (financial, social, and emotional)
Served as co-captain of HBCU College Tour
Served as co-chair of Advisory Council
Worked closely on various social and academic projects with administrative staff
Assisted with Safe Space Creation (The Columbia High Zen Den)
Assisted with stocking the Columbia Food Pantry and Clothing Closet
Used Edgeunity, SPSS, and data collection tools to assist with input of students, parents, and guardians
Contacted youth and families about events, scheduling, and direction of classes
Summer 2024-Summer 2025 Upward Bound/TRIO-Morehouse College
Tutor-Counselor
Tutor and Counselor of high school students (9th-12th) for the Summer of 2024 and Summer of 2025
Assisted with mentorship and scholarly activities for high school students (9th-12th) and first-generation college students
Creation of wrap-up activity and data bank for potential sponsors and continued federal support
Assisted with cultural enrichment activities such as the Juneteenth Clean-Up of Westside Park and Talk with Edith McGuire (Olympic Medalist-1964)
Educated high school students (9th-12th) and first-generation college students upon the scholarship and college application process
Prepared scientific symposium for first-generation college students
Assisted with college tours
Used Edgeunity, SPSS, and data collection tools to assist with input of students, parents, and guardians
Ensured compliance of guidelines of program in accordance with national and state guidelines of TRIO
2020-2024 Phoenix Academy-Atlanta Public Schools
Instructional Support Staff
Assisted with program creation and database for attendance and outside services for students
Assisted in the planning and implementation of tutorial program for students
Discussed public health, science education, and science experiences with students and staff
Assisted with principal and vice principal with tracking of students that were missing credits and applied Edgenuity service for students that were returning or were online during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Demonstrated understanding of Salesforce and application to the school and partner services
Mentor services to select students that were seeking graduation and life after high school
Used Edgeunity, SPSS, and data collection tools to assist with input of students, parents, and guardians
Used survey collection tools to assist with staff and students during the school years for academic provisions
Provided effective communication to staff and students about student issues and followup plans
Displayed and modeled professional behavior to staff and students
2019-2020 The Jimmy Carter Center
Summer Intern with The Carter Center's Rosalynn Carter Mental Health Program
Conducted literature reviews, assisted with the development of concept notes, program reviews, and donor proposals.
Assisted in the planning and implementation of a regional forum in the state addressing school-based behavioral health
Assisted in implementation of a three-day training of domestic journalists and international journalists from Qatar, United Arab Emirates, and Colombia on mental health and substance use issues.
Discussed ethical choices, values and professional practices implicit in public health decisions, considering the effect of those choices on social justice and accountability.
Demonstrated understanding of the three core functions of public health (assessment, policy development, and assurance) within the Carter Center, the state and on a global scale to enact change with public health.
Used data collection tools, such as SPSS and SAS to assist and distribute client information to stakeholders and assist with plans to reduce Guinea Worm Disease, leading to Guinea Worm Eradication
Assisted with director duties and assistant director duties
2017 – Present Independent Contractor (Self-Employed)
Administrative Assistant
Handle office tasks including filing, generating reports and presentations, performing setup for meetings, and reordering necessary supplies for the appropriate party
Provide trip schedules for the appropriate party and handle real-time scheduling by booking appointments for the appropriate party
Make travel arrangements, such as booking flights, cars, and reservations for events
Screen phone calls and route callers to the correct party
Creation of success/graduation plans for students and teachers
Providing and assisted with services provided by outside agencies
Tutorial services with students
Assist in classroom direction with teacher and administration
Use computers to generate reports, transcribe emails, enter data on Excel and Salesforce, and conduct research when required
Handle payroll with ADP and assist in payment of bills
Assist with arrival and dismissal of students
2014 Joseph B. Whitehead Boys and Girls Club
Youth Director
Surveyed the club area and reported everything to the club director
Reported all age groups in for sign-in and direction to designated club areas
Aided leaders of club areas and assisted as a chaperone in field trips, college tours, and team building exercises amongst the staff and participants of Boys and Girls Club
Helped with conflict resolution involving the participants of the Boys and Girls Club
Ensured quality in day-to-day programs and activities with the participants of Boys and Girls Club
Served as student success coach with College Bound staff and teenagers of Boys and Girls Club
Acted as a fitness and nutritionist ambassador
2007 – 2013 Emory University RISE Medical Research Program
Student Researcher
Researched the Human Genome Project along with a group of student interns (Science Lab provided by Dr. Victor Corces of Emory University)
Participated in a 5-6-year project researching many similar genome traits between humans and animals
Provided research in which could help provide cures to many illnesses and diseases including Cancers and Alzheimer’s disease
Research was eventually published in a national science journal (available upon request)
EDUCATION
2020 – Present Walden University Minneapolis, MN
Degree: PhD of Epidemiology
2018 – 2020 American Public University Charles Town, WV
Degree: Master’s of Public Health GPA: 3.2
2016 – 2018 Morehouse School of Medicine Atlanta, GA
Major: Public Health
2009 – 2014 Morehouse College Atlanta, GA
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology GPA: 3.3
AFFILIATIONS
Founder, Walk It Out, Talk It Out – Childhood Obesity Health Program
Mentor & Advisor, Gates Millennium Scholar Program
Participant, Grady Health Systems
Morehouse College Upward Bound TRIO Program
Toastmasters International Youth Leadership Program
IT Though Leader, National Black Data Processing Associates
Youth Participant, Southside Medical System
Youth Spokesperson, US Surgeons General’s
Youth Ambassador, Atlanta Medical Association
Youth Referee, Georgia Youth Soccer Association
Health Occupations Students of America
SKIP (Save Kids of Incarcerated Parents) Georgia Inc
Covenant House Georgia
The Links (Buckhead-Cascade City) Chapter Inc.
IntegrityCDC Workforce Development
VOLUNTEER WORK
Youth Trainer, Wade Walker Park/Stone Mountain Youth Soccer Association
Mentor, Joseph B. Whitehead Boys and Girls Club
Mentor & Advisor, Gates Millennium Scholar
Mentor, Alonzo A. Crim High School/Phoenix Academy
JP Haines Health Society Health Fair- Morehouse College
Youth Coach, Judo: The Ultimate Challenge
Volunteer: Columbia High School (Present)
Volunteer: Communities in Schools Atlanta
Columbia High School Lead Member of Advisory Council
100 Black Men of Dekalb County Liaison
Liaison of Covenant House Georgia
Breaking The Chains Worldwide Mentor
Girls Inc. Mentor
Covenant House Georgia
Save Kids of Incarcerated Parents (SKIP) Georgia Liaison
Friendship Baptist Church Liaison
Piney Grove Baptist Church Liaison
Most Valuable Kids (Souper Jenny) Mentor
INTERNSHIPS
Dekalb Medical Center – Physical/Orthopedic Therapy (2009 – 2011)
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
Emory University RISE Cancer Medical Research Program – Grant Published (2013)
ADDITIONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Microsoft Word
PowerPoint
Excel
Access
SPSS
CISDM (since 2020-2021)
Blackboard
Adobe
Edgenuity
Microsoft Office
Outlook
Salesforce (since 2018)
Canva