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DISEASE INTERVENTION SPECIALIST INTERN
Objective

Seeking a position in the area of HIV/AIDS services delivery that enhances the overall quality of life of those affected or at-risk through the provision of competent client-centered care

Key Skills
  • Program Coordinator
  • Health program planning and implementation
  • Quantitative/Qualitative research methodologies
  • Health education/ health promotion
  • HIV/AIDS counseling and rapid testing
  • Community needs assessment
Professional Attributes
  • Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher
  • Ability to work independently, set priorities and follow guidelines without direct supervision
  • Ability to develop and foster community relationships
  • Excellent leadership, organizational and analytical skills
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and in a multi-disciplinary team environment
Certifications
  • Certified Public Health Professional (CPH)
  • ​Certification in Infectious Disease Epidemiology
  • HIV/AIDS Counselor and Tester Certification
Experience
Drug Abuse and Comprehensive Coordinating Offices (DACCO) Tampa, FL Disease Intervention Specialist Intern 08/2014 to 12/2014
  • Provided HIV/AIDS counseling to targeted populations both in office and off-site environments
  • Administered HIV rapid testing utilizing blood or oral samples
  • Documented all testing activities in accordance with the Florida Department of Health standards and maintained confidentiality of all client records
  • Conducted community outreach and provided health education materials
  • Promoted healthy habits and practices in outreach materials
  • Conducted infectious disease risk assessments for DACCO clients
University of South Florida College of Public Health Tampa, FL Women's Health Collaborative Intern/Program Coordinator 01/2014 to 12/2014
  • Worked collaboratively with USF Medical students at Public Sector Medicine clinics to provide culturally competent healthcare to uninsured and underserved populations
  • Administered a general health survey instrument to evaluate the perceptions and experiences of patients
  • Identified and analyzed survey data to develop relevant programs and workshops for patients
  • Coordinated and supervised the activities of graduate students attending clinics
  • Interacted and maintained liaison with students, faculty, staff and clinics in facilitating program objectives
  • Assisted in preparation of reports, including progress reports and IRB renewals
University of South Florida Tampa, FL Chemistry Peer-Tutor 08/2012 to 12/2014
  • Provided support and assistance to students enrolled in Chemistry and/or related courses
  • Maintained accurate records of tutorial sessions in a centralized database for progress tracking
  • Attended monthly meetings and workshops for professional development
  • Maintained positive and interactive learning environment for students
Florida Department of Health, Hillsborough County Tampa, FL Office of Health Equity Intern 05/2014 to 08/2014
  • Drafted an evidence-based Youth Empowerment Toolkit for high-school aged youth organizations in Hillsborough County, FL
  • Attended community meetings and advocacy trainings for youth programs
  • Fostered partnerships with community organizations and the county school board to address health risk factors among high-school aged youths
University of South Florida College of Nursing Tampa, FL HIV Intervention Group Facilitator 01/2014 to 06/2014
  • Managed the group process and delivered the intervention content
  • Inspired, educated and motivated individuals to self-examine and initiate behavioral change
  • Educated clients about risk and protective factors and answered related questions
Tampa General Hospital Tampa, FL Neonatology Clinical Student Researcher 08/2013 to 01/2014
  • Reviewed clinical charts and screened patients for study
  • Administered surveys to evaluate Healthy Start SAFE BABY education mothers in post-partum received prior to their discharge
Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness Atlanta, GA REACH for Wellness Collegiate Health Advocate 02/2010 to 02/2011
  • Administered blood pressure and BMI screenings and distributed cardiovascular health information to minority and underserved communities in Fulton County, GA
  • Created and assisted collaborations with various health organizations at health and wellness fairs
Education
M.P.H: Community and Family Health 2014 University of South Florida, Tampa, FL

Concentration: Socio-Health Sciences, G.P.A: 4.0
B.S: Chemistry 2012 Clark Atlanta University, Tampa, FL

Minor: Biology, G.P.A: 4.0
Presentations
  • Spencer-Brown, L., Oworu, O., Richardson, M., Edwards, K., Vamos, C., Daley, E. (2014). Health literacy among uninsured patients in public sector medicine (PSM) clinics. Florida Public Health Association (FPHA) Annual Conference, Orlando, FL
  • Spencer-Brown, L. (2014). An analysis of the perceptions and experiences of patients attending Public Sector Medicine clinics in Tampa, FL. USF College of Public Health Special Project, Tampa, FL
  • Spencer, L., Hale, C., Terns, M., & Terns, R. (2011). "Protein-Protein Interactions in the CRISPR-Cas System." Annual Biomedical Research Conference for Minority Students (ABRMCS), St. Louis, MO
Honors and Memberships
  • Honors: Clark Atlanta University Class of 2012 Valedictorian, Ethel Cannon Sherard 2012 Academic Excellence Award, Clark Atlanta University UMC Endowment Merit Award, Clark Atlanta University 2010-2011 President Excellence Merit Scholarship
  • Memberships: American Public Health Association, Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society USF Chapter, Pi Mu Epsilon Honorary Mathematics Society Georgia Delta Chapter- 2011-2012 President, Golden Key International Honor Society, Beta Kappa Chi Scientific Honor Society, Clark Atlanta University Chemistry Club- 2009-2011 President
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Drug Abuse and Comprehensive Coordinating Offices (DACCO)
  • University of South Florida College of Public Health
  • University of South Florida
  • Florida Department of Health, Hillsborough County
  • University of South Florida College of Nursing
  • Tampa General Hospital
  • Fulton County Department of Health and Wellness

School Attended

  • University of South Florida
  • Clark Atlanta University

Job Titles Held:

  • Disease Intervention Specialist Intern
  • Women's Health Collaborative Intern/Program Coordinator
  • Chemistry Peer-Tutor
  • Office of Health Equity Intern
  • HIV Intervention Group Facilitator
  • Neonatology Clinical Student Researcher
  • REACH for Wellness Collegiate Health Advocate

Degrees

  • M.P.H : Community and Family Health 2014
    B.S : Chemistry 2012

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