Qualitative Analyst whose area of expertise is applied research in social and behavioral health
Skills
Qualitative Methods
Mixed-Method Design
NVivo Software
Applied Public Health
Behavioral Health Research
Survey Design
Stakeholder Engagement
Project Management
Health Education
Education
Drexel University School of Public HealthPhiladelphia, PAExpected in 2012 – –MPH:Community Health and Prevention - GPA:
University of ToledoToledo, OHExpected in 2009 – –Bachelor of Arts:Anthropology - GPA:
Work History
United States Army Public Health Center-Division Of Social Health Outcomes Practice - Qualitative Analyst City, STATE, 07/2013 - Current
Utilize qualitative methods  to study behavioral health among Military soldier and civilian personnel
Develop focus group and interview question guides
Facilitate focus groups and interviews
Analyze qualitative data using ground theory methodology, thematic analysis, mind mapping etc.
Code data utilizing NVivo software
Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts, information papers and other technical documents
Manage Epidemiological Consultations (EPICONS)
Assist with the development of quantitative surveys to assess behavioral health risk
Provide technical assistance to evaluations of behavioral health interventions implemented by the Army
Present research findings within the Center and externally at national conferences
Engage stakeholders throughout projects
The Food Trust - Nutrition Education Intern City, STATE, 04/2013 - 07/2013
Managed a summer program dedicated to increasing nutrition knowledge among youth attending a community organization called Hopeworks in Camden, NJ
Developed nutrition education lessons and activities to teach youth nutrition fundamentals
Conducted cooking demonstrations at a local corner store to increase community’s nutritional awareness
Advocated for food security within Camden, NJ
Diversified Community Services - Nutrition Education Intern (Community Based Master's Project) City, STATE, 08/2011 - 05/2012
Created a nutrition curriculum titled Jump Start to Eating Healthfully! based on the Social Learning Theory
Interviewed staff to receive their input for the development of the curriculum
Managed correspondence between stakeholders
Researched published and web-based  materials pertaining to public health and nutrition
Developed quantitative summative evaluation materials to test effectiveness of curriculum
Created a community needs assessment survey for fresh produce availability
Researched nutrition policies established  by the USDA for children grades pre-k to seventh
Utilized research, theory, and practice to develop a curriculum for children at various grade  levels
Engaged stakeholders at all phases of nutrition curriculum development
Used cultural competence when creating health communication materials for this community
Educated staff on nutrition guidelines and recommendations
Edited curriculum’s information for accuracy
Bebashi-Transition To Hope - Breast Cancer Awareness Intern (Master's Practicum) City, STATE, 02/2011 - 05/2011
Researched breast cancer statistics
Represented the program at various events throughout Philadelphia
Participated in community outreach to inform population of interest about the awareness program
Contacted women biweekly to remind them to schedule a mammogram
Educated communities about breast health
Determined women's eligibility for free mammograms funded by Susan G. Komen
Prepared reports to illustrate program’s progress
Accomplishments
Research:
Provided qualitative expertise to 5 epidemiological consultations (EPICONS) and 4 evaluation projects with the overarching objective to improve behavioral health within the Military
Project Management:
Currently leading a team of 6 researchers in the development of a quantitative, web-based survey to assess Military veterinarians' occupational stress level and behavioral health risk
Co-led a project reviewing the efficiency of a previous Military applied research projects and outlining alternative mixed-method study designs and data collection/analysis techniques
Presentations:
Wilson, A. "Barriers to Reporting Sexual Assault and Harassment among Army Soldiers." Eastern Sociological Society's Annual Conference (2016).
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School Attended
Drexel University School of Public Health
University of Toledo
Job Titles Held:
Qualitative Analyst
Nutrition Education Intern
Nutrition Education Intern (Community Based Master's Project)
Breast Cancer Awareness Intern (Master's Practicum)
