Behavioral Health Community

Jordann Lightning

*** ******** **** • Bedford, OH 44146

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EDUCATION

Bachelor’s of Science in Public Health

Ohio University, Athens, OH — May 2025

● Relevant Coursework : Community Health, Health Communication, Epidemiology, Health Disparities, and Program Evaluation

WORK EXPERIENCE

The Hive, Integrated Services for Behavioral Health, Nelsonville, OH February 2025 – May 2025

• Support peers in daily routines, including feeding children and engaging in various activities

•Offer emotional support and encouragement to individuals participating in services

• Assist with basic behavioral health tasks and provide encouragement during activities

• Foster an atmosphere of empathy, respect, and community while promoting recovery and ensuring privacy and confidentiality of all peer-related information and interactions Children's Defense Fund Freedom School, Cleveland, OH June – July 2023-2024

• Set up and breakdown classroom space

• Adhering to Freedom School’s guidelines and instructions

• Delivered the Integrated Reading Curriculum to a class of ten or more scholars for 6 weeks Public Relations Chair, Minority Association of Pre-Health Students (M.A.P.S.) and Black Student Cultural Programming Board (BSCPB), Athens, OH October 2022 - May 2025

• Cultivated positive relationships with community members through public relation campaigns

• Identified trends and developments that might influence PR decisions and strategies

• Established and maintained cooperative relationships with representatives of community and public interest groups Office Assistant, Ohio University, Athens, OH October 2023 - May 2025

• Photocopying equipment to produce high-quality copies of documents

• Sorted and distributed incoming mail for Dean’s Office, ensuring timely and secure delivery

• Performed receptionist duties, including greeting visitors, answering phones, and directing inquiries to appropriate staff LEADERSHIP AND INVOLVEMENT EXPERIENCE

Minority Association of Pre-Health Students, Ohio University, Athens, OH August 2023 - May 2025

• Create and share materials to advertise events and programs

• Manage posts and updates on social platforms and websites

• Respond to inquiries and help with outreach or interviews

• Share successes and ensure consistent, positive messaging Black Student Culutral Programming Board, Ohio University, Athens, OH October 2022 – March 2023

• Create and share materials to advertise events and programs

• Manage posts and updates on social platforms and websites

• Respond to inquiries and help with outreach or interviews

• Share successes and ensure consistent, positive messaging Student Senate, Ohio University, Athens, OH September 2022 - April 2023 Member

• Represent Minority Voices: Speak up for underrepresented student groups or differing viewpoints in discussions and decisions

• Propose and Review Legislation: Help create or assess bills and resolutions, especially those affecting minority communities

• Collaborate with Peers: Work with other senators and student leaders to advocate for inclusivity and fair policies

• Stay Engaged with Students: Maintain communication with the student body to understand concerns and bring them to the senate

HONORS AND RECOGNITION

• Ohio University Dean’s List (4 Semesters)

OTHER EXPERIENCES

The Epsilon Iota Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (Recording Secretary)

• Record key points, decisions, and votes during meetings, then prepare and share the official minutes.

• Organize and store agendas, minutes, reports, and other important documents

• Assist in creating and sending out meeting agendas and related materials beforehand

• Monitor assigned tasks from meetings and follow up on progress SPECIAL SKILLS

Software: SPPS, Microsoft Excel, and Canva

Language: English

Skills: Community Outreach, health communication, data entry, and public speaking Certifications: CPR Certified, CITI Program Human Subjects Research Training

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