Rhonda R. Fields, LMSW, SSW

Experience

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  University of Michigan

  Aug 2007 - Aug 2010

  Diversity Peer Educator & Resident Advisor

  •Administrated, advised, and counseled a community experience that supports students of all groups and identities specifically underrepresented students•Worked towards the goal of promoting social justice within the resident hall communities•Counseling and advising residents, making referrals to other units when appropriate

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  The Student Advocacy Center

  Jul 2009 - Jan 2010

  Office Manager & Educational Advocate Intern

  •Assist families as they strive to obtain sufficient resources for children who may need additional support from the public schools•Demonstrated strong work ethic and ability to multi task in a fast paced environment•Communicated directly as a liaison between parents and various school districts within Michigan

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  Citizen Schools

  Aug 2009 - Aug 2010

  Campus Coordinator

  • Publicized and marketed Citizen Schools career opportunities to college students• Leveraged social networking sites and other innovative, online opportunities as a recruitment tool• Assisted in the hiring and recruiting of new Campus Coordinators

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  Erickson Elementary School

  Sept 2009 - May 2010

  Student Teacher

  • Designed, implemented, and self-evaluated an educational, three week, age-appropriate Language Arts genre unit for 3rd and 4th grade• Efficiently addressed classroom management issues by creating a fair, consistent system of discipline centered around individual interventions• Developed and taught numerous full group and mini-lessons

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  Judson Center

  Jul 2010 - Sept 2011

  Autism Connections Support Staff

  • Planned and conducted new employee hiring and orientations for over 20 new employees• Managed accounts receivable for Autism Connections Program• Cooperatively and independently coordinated summer programs for social therapy and group outings for youth identified on the autism spectrum

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  Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan

  Mar 2011 - Dec 2012

  Volunteer Coordinator & Program Assistant

  • Supervised recruitment and retention of 250 volunteers for one-time and ongoing volunteer opportunities• Provided support and coordination of Girls on the Run’s Coaches Training, a bi-annual, two day event that trains over 120 new volunteers to be efficient and effective coaches to Girls on the Run participants• Managed the Pacesetters program; a mentoring and leadership program for 30 girls, grades 6th-8th grade• Coordinated a volunteer team that created a recognition and appreciation event for volunteers•Identified and solicited community donors for ongoing financial support for council trainings and volunteer appreciation events•Generated and acknowledged re-occurring financial community sponsors who donated between $1,000- $2,500 on a yearly basis Show less

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  University of Michigan Health System

  Jan 2012 - Dec 2012

  Child Protection Team & Abuse Prevention Intern

  • Consulted on inpatient cases related to the abuse and neglect of children and adults• Counseled families and adult survivors of intimate partner violence utilizing Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy • Conducted psychosocial assessments with parents of abused children and adult survivors of intimate partner violence• Facilitated patient referrals to appropriate community resources (i.e. Department of Human Services, Domestic Violence Shelters, Child Protective Services, etc.)• Presented a case which highlighted social justice concerns within the health system at the annual University of Michigan Health System Social Justice Grand Rounds to medical professionals, medical social workers and University of Michigan School of Social Work faculty• Obtained a management preceptorship with the Director of Child & Family Life Department at C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital and helped to plan events such as Field Instructor of the Year ceremony, intern graduation and psychosocial assessment roundtable discussion Show less

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  Cross Cultural Solutions

  Aug 2012 - Sept 2012

  International Volunteer

  •Designed a special studies opportunity that looked at the educational and child welfare system in New Delhi, India•Volunteered at Vidya Creches in the Pappankalan slum, an organization dedicated to the education and empowerment of physically and socially handicapped people•Created culturally and age appropriate Math and English lessons for 25, 3-7 year olds

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  HEART Academy

  Jan 2013 - Jun 2013

  School Social Worker

  •Facilitated anger management and conflict resolution groups for high school students on a weekly basis•Acted as a consultant to teachers and administrative staff regarding students’ behaviors as it related to their academic success•Served as a liaison between school, family and community resources•Operated as the first respondent in crisis interventions (abuse, depression, suicidal ideation, etc.) for students on a daily basis•Initiated the first partnership between the school and the Lions Club of Harper Woods in an effort to provide eye exams and glasses for students on free and reduced lunch•Substituted for teachers and administrative staff, including the Principal in their absence with responsibilities consisting of teaching students and restorative justice for disciplined students•Participated in the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process as required for all students seeking additional academic, emotional, behavioral or physical assistance from the school•Advised HEART Academy's Red Cross & Peer Mediation Team Show less

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  University YES Academy

  Jun 2013 - Sept 2014

  School Social Worker

  • Provides social work services to University YES Academy's Elementary, Middle and High Schools, serving a combined student population of approximately 600• Assists students and their families in gaining access to formal and informal community resources including mental health care, emergency care, financial assistance and housing• Utilizes conflict resolution, individual and group counseling, assessment and intervention and response to provide social and emotional support to all students• Serves as the Social Work liaison to the Special Education team by providing social work services to all special education students needing social work support as indicated by their Individual Education Plan (IEP)• Task supervisor for three clinical social work interns from the University of Michigan and Wayne State University• Co-assembled the first partnership between University YES Academy (UYA) and the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit to create UYA's first sexual health education program• Obtained Capturing Kids' Hearts and Teen Leadership certification from The Flippen GroupImplemented and teaches University YES Academy’s first Teen Leadership class for 6th grade students which focuses on identifying leadership qualities in the classroom and community• Created, organized and lead a team of staff and administration to implement the school’s first 2-Day Field Day Event for over 400 students.• Co-founded the school’s first girls empowerment group for 9th grade female scholars who struggle academically, behaviorally and/or socially Show less

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  Girls on the Run of Southeastern Michigan

  Sept 2014 - Jan 2021

  Ensured the success of a proven physical activity-positive youth development program that encourages girls to make connections, develop their character, learn how to care for themselves and others, instills confidence and competence and offers opportunities to make a positive contribution to our community.- Developed and fostered a strong and engaging relationship with the Board of Directors and Girls on the Run International - Demonstrated an understanding of GOTR Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and tracking progress toward meeting organizational goals - Cultivated relationships with coaches, donors, parents, participants, sponsors and volunteers- Developed relationships with the local media and serve as the Girls on the Run primary contact to market the program and build additional community support - Reviewed analysis of financial activities (income and expense) to discern trends, identify areas of improvement, address problems and develop forecasts. Show less * Raised $250k+ of in-kind donations and $70k+ in corporate sponsorships through the development and execution of numerous fundraising campaigns.* Build rapport and maintain relationships with current sponsors such as Fox Sports Detroit, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), Kohl’s, Target and MASCO; secured 30 new corporate and community financial sponsors, effectively doubling sponsorship income.* Manage 105 public, private, and charter school sites in 5 counties including site visits to provide support to coaches, liaisons, and volunteers; established 15 new sites in 2018.* Research and apply for 15 - 20 foundational grants annually; prepare and review the budget for proper program execution.* Plan and execute large trainings and fundraising events for up to 400 volunteers, donors and/or stakeholders to increase individual giving, align program expectations, check-in on site progress, and assist in the planning of team community service projects.* Applied and received grant funding from Girls on the Run International to implement a diversity and inclusion marketing plan sourcing diverse coaching teams thereby improving representation to foster stronger connections within the communities served. Show less

  • Executive Director

    Jul 2018 - Jan 2021

  • Program & Development Manager

    Sept 2014 - Jul 2018
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  University of Michigan Health System

  Dec 2014 - Dec 2018

  Clinical Social Worker (Contingent; Part-Time)

  •Support and serve up to 15 patients per shift who deal with psycho-social issues/concerns, bereavement, domestic violence/sexual assault, diagnoses and illnesses by providing counseling and referral services for adult and child population•Collaborate with physicians and nurses while reviewing case files to understand patient history, analyze facts, involve Child Protective Services as needed, and work with security and transport services to optimize patient flow and safe discharge •Offer guidance on long and short-term caregiver needs, discharge planning, housing concerns, transportation, and clothing assistance, serving as liaison between patients and community agencies resulting in a decrease in readmissions Show less

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  General Motors

  May 2021 - now

  - Develop and execute the long-term strategy for GM’s social impact plan in partnership with GM’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion team.- Identify and recommend strategically aligned organizations for grant considerations for funding from GM. - Develop portfolio communication strategy to highlight social investments and related activations.Integrate DE&I philanthropy into larger corporate citizenship strategies.

  • Senior Manager, Corporate Giving: STEAM Education

    Jun 2024 - now

  • Senior Manager, Corporate Giving: DE&I Initiatives

    May 2021 - Jul 2024
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  University of Michigan School of Social Work

  Aug 2022 - Jan 2023

  LEO Adjunct Lecturer