Deaunna Thomas
Douglasville
Summary
Dedicated professional with a passion for serving marginalized communities. Brings expertise in recruitment strategy and applicant engagement, with a proven ability in event planning and case management. Skilled at tracking trainee progress and enhancing program effectiveness. Proficient in Microsoft Applications and crisis intervention, consistently delivering results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Emory University
Atlanta
11.2021 - Current
- Manage HIV Research T32 Fellowship Program, overseeing recruitment and applicant engagement.
- Develop comprehensive recruitment strategies and application tools to attract candidates.
- Review applications and communicated with applicants throughout selection process.
- Create educational programs and rotations in collaboration with T32 Program Directors.
- Track trainee progress in fulfilling educational requirements and provided budget assistance.
- Prepare annual progress reports for NIH as mandated by T32 program guidelines.
- Monitor future career trajectories of trainees to assess program effectiveness.
- Coordinate events related to T32 program and Scientific Working Groups, ensuring smooth operations.
- Grant renewal management
MSW INTERN
Multi-Agency Alliance for Children
Atlanta
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed and implemented individualized service plans for foster children.
- Assisted in assessing needs of children within foster care system.
- Maintained accurate documentation and social work notes.
- Provided emotional and practical support to foster youth.
- Facilitated communication between foster youth, agency staff, and partners.
- Observed interactions to gather pertinent information on child behavior.
- Built rapport with children to establish trust and support.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills in child welfare.
PROGRAM MANAGER/ASSISTANT TO THE DEAN AND DIO
Morehouse School of Medicine
Atlanta
01.2020 - 10.2021
- Conducted comprehensive research, compiling data for executive and board presentations.
- Recorded minutes during meetings and distributed transcripts to relevant stakeholders.
- Managed onboarding and exit processes for residents and fellows efficiently.
- Coordinated scheduling and organization of events to ensure smooth operations.
- Maintained executives' schedules, optimizing time management effectively.
- Responded promptly to academic inquiries from students and faculty members.
- Developed various documents including memos, letters, and forms as needed.
- Ordered supplies for the Dean's office to maintain operational efficiency.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
DaVita Inc.
St. Petersburg
05.2012 - 01.2020
- Greeted visitors and assessed access needs for specific individuals.
- Executed general office tasks, including supply ordering and records management.
- Coordinated meeting arrangements, including catering for luncheons and agenda preparation.
- Processed payroll information accurately and efficiently.
- Created monthly schedules for clinical staff to optimize workflow.
- Admitted and discharged patients in compliance with protocols.
- Orientated new patients and staff to ensure smooth transitions.
- Monitored patient charts to meet state regulatory requirements.
Education
Masters - Social Work
HOWARD UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Washington, DC07.2025
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
TRIDENT UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL
Cypress, CA08.2019
Certification - Medical Billing and Coding
EVEREST COLLEGE
Tacoma, WA03.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGE
St. Petersburg, FLSkills
- Proficient in Microsoft Applications
- Typing 60 wpm
- Written/Verbal Communication
- Documentation/Record Keeping
- Time Management
- Understanding of NASW Ethics
- Event Planning
- Critical/Strategic Thinking
- Organization
- Crisis Intervention
- Case management
- Motivational interviewing
Certification
- Medical Billing and Coding
- Certified Nursing Assistant
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MSW INTERN
Multi-Agency Alliance for Children
01.2024 - 12.2024
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Emory University
11.2021 - Current
PROGRAM MANAGER/ASSISTANT TO THE DEAN AND DIO
Morehouse School of Medicine
01.2020 - 10.2021
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
DaVita Inc.
05.2012 - 01.2020
Masters - Social Work
HOWARD UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
TRIDENT UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL
Certification - Medical Billing and Coding
EVEREST COLLEGE
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
ST. PETERSBURG COLLEGE
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