Resume
Allison Lowery
269 E. Breckenridge Apt. 303 Ferndale, MI 48220 | ------------ | ------------
Summary:
MPA graduate with four years of experience in research, program evaluation, and data analysis. Ten years of nonprofit experience. Recognized by colleagues for creative problem solving skills. Resourceful, with excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to adapt easily to new situations. Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills.
Education:
Wayne State University
Master�s in Public Administration
Pi Alpha Alpha Honor Society
Wayne State University
B.S. in Criminal Justice (Cum Laude)
Experience:
Research and Evaluation Project Manager
The Guidance Center January 2019 � Current
Program evaluation, data analysis, and research support for Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority�s Systems of Care. Coordinating with 18 children�s mental health agencies in the collection and dissemination of data related to outcomes for children in the System of Care. Collaborating with program staff, agency directors and others in identifying project goals and evaluation planning. Conducting research to assist with program development and grant applications. Planning and conducting surveys, creating data collection tools, and creating presentations to communicate program data and outcomes.
Research and Learning Specialist
United Way for Southeastern Michigan November 2017 � January 2019
Program evaluation, data analysis, and research support for programs at United Way. Completing data analysis and evaluation projects to support external partner organizations. Collaborating with program management and staff to identify project goals and planning. Projects include evaluation planning, evaluating program outcomes, data analysis to support program planning and evaluation, drafting an RFP, reviewing grant applications, creating GIS map stories to analyze and communicate program outcomes, planning and conducting surveys and focus groups, data management support, and participation in internal committees to support the organization.
Program Evaluation Coordinator
Easterseals Michigan May 2015 � November 2017
Developing and implementing a comprehensive program evaluation of Easterseals LUNA Model - a statewide trauma assessment program for children. Monitoring and reporting contract and grant requirements including data and outcomes collection and analysis. Presenting data and outcomes to program management and stakeholders. Designing and analyzing surveys on program satisfaction and impact. Completing quality assurance analysis for the program including making recommendations for process improvement, measuring staff performance indicators, and monitoring progress towards continuous improvement. Drafting policies and procedures for the program operations manual. Training and supervising interns.
Program Coordinator
Easterseals Michigan January 2013 � May 2015
Assisting with the policies and procedures of a newly grant funded program. Coordinating referrals for Easterseals trauma assessment program for children. Reviewing referrals to ensure they are accurate and qualify for the program, scheduling clients, preparing assessment tools, and assisting with the assessment process. Communicating with providers and referral sources to obtain background information on clients. Conducting ethnographic interviews with caregivers and writing ethnographic reports on each client. Working with the program manager to develop and implement procedures for the program.
Client Service Coordinator
Ulliance October 2013 � May 2014
Conducting intakes in a short term counseling call center. Assessing clients for risk and scheduling immediate counseling sessions as necessary. Referring clients to outpatient counseling and maintain client files. Completing billing paperwork. Providing resources for clients.
Foster Care Case Manager
Childhelp June 2011 � April 2012
Providing case management services for children in foster care and for their families. Developing parent agency agreements and family assessments. Writing court reports and testifying at court hearings and proceedings. Diligently meeting deadlines for written reports on each case. Maintaining accurate client records and files. Making referrals to counseling, evaluations and treatment. Coordinating and facilitating the completion of the treatment plan by keeping in contact with all providers.
Shift Supervisor
St. Clair County Juvenile Center August 2009 � June 2011
Supervising the daily operations of the juvenile center including building security and supervision of staff. Working effectively with court personnel, police, youth, parents, and the public. Providing crisis intervention as well as support to youth in crisis. Supervising, training, evaluating, and mentoring staff. Assisting in the formulation and evaluation of treatment programs utilized at the facility as well as supervising the implementation of these programs.
Youth Specialist
Children�s Home of Detroit March 2004 � November 2008
Working as an exemplary team member in order to provide a therapeutic environment for youth in care.
Skills and Awards:
Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills
ArcGIS, Power BI, Power Apps, Stata, SPSS, and SQL
Qualtrics and Survey Monkey survey design and analysis
Quality Improvement and Process Improvement
2018 NASPAA-Batten Student Policy Simulation Competition Regional winner at University of Illinois Chicago � Topic was Pandemic Crisis Management and Global Health Security
Allison Lowery
269 E. Breckenridge Apt. 303 Ferndale, MI 48220 | ------------ | ------------
Summary:
MPA graduate with four years of experience in research, program evaluation, and data analysis. Ten years of nonprofit experience. Recognized by colleagues for creative problem solving skills. Resourceful, with excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to adapt easily to new situations. Exceptional critical thinking and analytical skills.
Education:
Wayne State University
Master�s in Public Administration
Pi Alpha Alpha Honor Society
Wayne State University
B.S. in Criminal Justice (Cum Laude)
Experience:
Research and Evaluation Project Manager
The Guidance Center January 2019 � Current
Program evaluation, data analysis, and research support for Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority�s Systems of Care. Coordinating with 18 children�s mental health agencies in the collection and dissemination of data related to outcomes for children in the System of Care. Collaborating with program staff, agency directors and others in identifying project goals and evaluation planning. Conducting research to assist with program development and grant applications. Planning and conducting surveys, creating data collection tools, and creating presentations to communicate program data and outcomes.
Research and Learning Specialist
United Way for Southeastern Michigan November 2017 � January 2019
Program evaluation, data analysis, and research support for programs at United Way. Completing data analysis and evaluation projects to support external partner organizations. Collaborating with program management and staff to identify project goals and planning. Projects include evaluation planning, evaluating program outcomes, data analysis to support program planning and evaluation, drafting an RFP, reviewing grant applications, creating GIS map stories to analyze and communicate program outcomes, planning and conducting surveys and focus groups, data management support, and participation in internal committees to support the organization.
Program Evaluation Coordinator
Easterseals Michigan May 2015 � November 2017
Developing and implementing a comprehensive program evaluation of Easterseals LUNA Model - a statewide trauma assessment program for children. Monitoring and reporting contract and grant requirements including data and outcomes collection and analysis. Presenting data and outcomes to program management and stakeholders. Designing and analyzing surveys on program satisfaction and impact. Completing quality assurance analysis for the program including making recommendations for process improvement, measuring staff performance indicators, and monitoring progress towards continuous improvement. Drafting policies and procedures for the program operations manual. Training and supervising interns.
Program Coordinator
Easterseals Michigan January 2013 � May 2015
Assisting with the policies and procedures of a newly grant funded program. Coordinating referrals for Easterseals trauma assessment program for children. Reviewing referrals to ensure they are accurate and qualify for the program, scheduling clients, preparing assessment tools, and assisting with the assessment process. Communicating with providers and referral sources to obtain background information on clients. Conducting ethnographic interviews with caregivers and writing ethnographic reports on each client. Working with the program manager to develop and implement procedures for the program.
Client Service Coordinator
Ulliance October 2013 � May 2014
Conducting intakes in a short term counseling call center. Assessing clients for risk and scheduling immediate counseling sessions as necessary. Referring clients to outpatient counseling and maintain client files. Completing billing paperwork. Providing resources for clients.
Foster Care Case Manager
Childhelp June 2011 � April 2012
Providing case management services for children in foster care and for their families. Developing parent agency agreements and family assessments. Writing court reports and testifying at court hearings and proceedings. Diligently meeting deadlines for written reports on each case. Maintaining accurate client records and files. Making referrals to counseling, evaluations and treatment. Coordinating and facilitating the completion of the treatment plan by keeping in contact with all providers.
Shift Supervisor
St. Clair County Juvenile Center August 2009 � June 2011
Supervising the daily operations of the juvenile center including building security and supervision of staff. Working effectively with court personnel, police, youth, parents, and the public. Providing crisis intervention as well as support to youth in crisis. Supervising, training, evaluating, and mentoring staff. Assisting in the formulation and evaluation of treatment programs utilized at the facility as well as supervising the implementation of these programs.
Youth Specialist
Children�s Home of Detroit March 2004 � November 2008
Working as an exemplary team member in order to provide a therapeutic environment for youth in care.
Skills and Awards:
Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel skills
ArcGIS, Power BI, Power Apps, Stata, SPSS, and SQL
Qualtrics and Survey Monkey survey design and analysis
Quality Improvement and Process Improvement
2018 NASPAA-Batten Student Policy Simulation Competition Regional winner at University of Illinois Chicago � Topic was Pandemic Crisis Management and Global Health Security