Michael Sanchez
Mckinleyville
Summary
My recent role as a Health Promotion and Education Specialist II has equipped me with the skills needed to collaborate with Tribal Partners and local coalitions to address the importance of education in Native communities. I have a proven track record of actively engaging Native communities in Humboldt and Del Norte counties through outreach and meeting facilitation. I excel in teamwork, communication, and relationship-building. I am passionate about motivating students to succeed through motivation and support, as well as leading by example.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Promotion and Education Specialist II
United Indian Health Services
Arcata
10.2021 - 06.2025
- Developed educational materials for Native youth that increased their awareness of the dangers associated with commercial tobacco products.
- Collaborated with State programs and coalitions to ensure effective program delivery and participant engagement.
- Facilitated workshops aimed at improving health literacy within the Native community, youth, and elders.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback, key informant interviews, and assessment tools.
Care Coordinator
Camelot Care Centers, Inc
Knoxville
07.2007 - 01.2017
- Assisted foster youth aging out of state care with developing a transitional living plan that would support continued success in living on their own.
- Assisted foster youth in understanding educational options and resources that were available to them, based on their expressed interest.
- Managed scheduling for appointments and follow-up visits to different educational institutions, such as trade schools, community colleges, and universities.
- Maintained accurate client and student records per agency and state policies.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed due to the amount of stress experienced by some of the youth.
Social Worker
Pennylane
Los Angeles
01.2000 - 03.2007
- Advocated for clients' educational needs in individual and group settings.
- Developed personalized education plans based on client assessments.
- Facilitated workshops to educate clients on available resources.
- Maintained lists of educational resources that are helpful to clients.
- I worked with local high schools and IEP meeting participants on post-high school learning options.
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling And Guidance
Lincoln Memorial University
Harrogate, TN12-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA05-1992
Skills
- Educational material development
- Health literacy training
- Program evaluation
- Data analysis
- Policy advocacy
- Client relationship development/ management
- community outreach
- workshop facilitation
Affiliations
I enjoy kayaking, spending time with the Redwoods, painting, and beading.
Timeline
Health Promotion and Education Specialist II
United Indian Health Services
10.2021 - 06.2025
Care Coordinator
Camelot Care Centers, Inc
07.2007 - 01.2017
Social Worker
Pennylane
01.2000 - 03.2007
Master of Arts - Counseling And Guidance
Lincoln Memorial University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Humboldt State University
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