Austin G. Tennant
Decatur
Summary
Forward-thinking public health professional with a strong academic foundation in health science, and hands-on experience as a Project Coordinator and Community Health Worker. Dedicated to improving health outcomes in local communities through effective communication, data analysis, and problem-solving. Collaborative team player, eager to contribute skills and passion to advancing public health initiatives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
H.E.A.T Project Coordinator
Clayton County Health District
Jonesboro
07.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with the Morehouse School of Medicine's Health Evidence for All Teens Program.
- Coordinated and implemented an adolescent health initiative aimed at reducing teen pregnancy and improving sexual health outcomes in Clayton County.
- Delivered evidence-based curricula in local schools, promoting risk-reduction strategies, and STI prevention.
- Collaborated with educators, community organizations, and stakeholders to expand program reach, and supported data collection to evaluate impact.
Office of Chronic Disease Prevention Intern
Clayton County Health District
Jonesboro
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Interned in the Office of Chronic Disease Prevention as a Community Health Worker.
- Conducted community outreach initiatives, including COVID-19 surveys, screenings, and information distribution regarding ways to obtain a healthy lifestyle.
- Conducted in-house wellness activities to reduce stress, increase blood flow through physical movements, and reduce tobacco usage.
- Created an employee wellness station for Clayton County Health Department staff, including Therabands for stretching, cordless jump ropes to improve cardiovascular health, and hand weights/grip exercises to promote muscle development, particularly for those over the age of 65.
Office of Chronic Disease Prevention Intern
Clayton County Health District
Jonesboro
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Interned in the Office of Chronic Disease Prevention as a Community Health Worker.
- Conducted community outreach initiatives, including COVID-19 surveys, screenings, and information distribution regarding ways to obtain a healthy lifestyle.
- Conducted in-house wellness activities to reduce stress, increase blood flow through physical movements, and reduce tobacco usage.
- Created an employee wellness station for Clayton County Health Department staff, including Therabands for stretching, cordless jump ropes to improve cardiovascular health, and hand weights/grip exercises to promote muscle development, particularly for those over the age of 65.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL05.2025
Skills
- Project coordination
- Community outreach
- Health education
- Data collection
- Program evaluation
- Stakeholder collaboration
Accomplishments
- Kappa Kappa Psi National Honorary Band Fraternity, Inc., 2024 to Present
- Dean’s List, 2023 to Present
- Honor Roll, 2022 to 2023
Timeline
H.E.A.T Project Coordinator
Clayton County Health District
07.2025 - Current
Office of Chronic Disease Prevention Intern
Clayton County Health District
12.2024 - 01.2025
Office of Chronic Disease Prevention Intern
Clayton County Health District
05.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Florida A&M University