Presenter/Trainer on gender-based violence topics (including at a medical school, conferences, university presentations)
Graduate school master's thesis- research survey on a gender-based violence topic
MSc and BSc in the rehabilitation field; graduated with honors for both degrees
Supervisor of Children's Programs and additional experience in training adults using andragogy strategies, hosting workshops, consulting on policies/strategies/frameworks, relationships with stakeholders, communication, managing groups, and advanced computer skills
Experience working with survivors of human trafficking, domestic violence, and other hardships
Lived experience of gender-based violence (family violence, human trafficking), LGBTIQA+, and part of other marginalized groups
Created resource guides and materials for Chrysalis Anti-Human Trafficking Network
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lighthouse of Collier
Supervisor Of Children's Programs
07.2022 - Current
Supervision/management of the Babies Program and the Children's Program, as well as providing services to babies and children with visual impairments
Trainings adults with visual impairments using andragogy strategies
Clients have a high incidence of abuse history (disability is a risk factor for abuse)
Experience includes hosting workshops, consulting on policies/strategies/frameworks, relationships with stakeholders, communication, managing groups, and advanced computer skills
Lighthouse of SWFL
Vision Rehabilitation Instructor - Adult Program
01.2020 - 04.2021
Trained adults with visual impairments using andragogy strategies
Instructed adults with visual impairments, frequently through virtual learning
Clients had a high incidence of abuse history (disability is a risk factor for abuse)
Experience included hosting workshops, consulting on policies/strategies/frameworks, relationships with stakeholders, communication, managing groups, and advanced computer skills
Giving Back Fund
Social Media Intern
07.2019 - 08.2019
Social media strategy for a non-profit that starts organizations for celebrities, professional athletes, and high net-worth individuals
Attended networking and fundraiser events
Education
Master of Science - Vision Science- Vision Rehabilitation Therapy
University of Montreal
Montreal, QC
12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX
05.2018
Study Abroad - Fall 2015
Canterbury Christ Church University
Canterbury, UK
objective
To obtain a position as the Sessional Advisor at Safe and Equal to support private sector businesses to stand strong against family violence.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
French
Elementary
American Sign Language (Fingerspelling)
Elementary
Timeline
Lighthouse of Collier
Supervisor Of Children's Programs
07.2022 - Current
Lighthouse of SWFL
Vision Rehabilitation Instructor - Adult Program
01.2020 - 04.2021
Giving Back Fund
Social Media Intern
07.2019 - 08.2019
Master of Science - Vision Science- Vision Rehabilitation Therapy