Beth Shapiro

Experience

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  Silicon Valley Community Newspapers

  Feb 2008 - May 2008

  Features Writer

  Researched and wrote feature articles Attended weekly staff meetings

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  San Jose Repertory Theatre

  Aug 2008 - May 2009

  Public Relations Intern

  Assisted public relations and marketing teams in executing communications strategy for the organizationWrote various marketing pieces and articlesAssisted with on- and off-site eventsDeveloped, implemented and maintained social media and blogging websites Conducted extensive research to expand marketing strategyDesigned press invitations and edited photographs with Photoshop

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  Break the Cycle

  Nov 2009 - Mar 2010

  Development and Communications Intern

  Assisted development and communications teams in fundraising and creating awareness for organization’s mission to end teen dating violenceDrafted articles, pitch letters and grant proposalsConducted extensive internet research for various projectsWorked with Media Team to research and secure pro-bono PR supportCompiled and edited articles for winter newsletterMaintained organization of media clippings

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  Grayling Connecting Point

  May 2010 - Jan 2011

  Account Coordinator

  Assisted with the execution of public relations strategy for high tech clients and monitored and reported resultsCopy edited press releases and other documentsSecured and facilitated press interviews to generate client coverageCorresponded and collaborated with clients on a daily basisCreated metrics reports, briefing books and PowerPoint slidesMaintained online database of press contacts using Cision softwarePerformed various administrative duties

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  Rose Carson Kaplan Choi & White LLP

  May 2011 - Feb 2014

  Immigration Paralegal

  Analyze case documents and prepare complex immigration applications for filing with United States Citizenship and Immigration Service and Department of Labor while adhering to strict government timelinesMaintain detailed and highly confidential client/case information using INSZoom database softwarePrepare H-1B, L-1A/B, I-485, I-140, I-130, PERM, I-131, I-765, O-1, TN, AC-21, N-400 applicationsWork on 40-60 client cases concurrently and maintain detailed case log to monitor timelinesAnalyze and advise clients on case strategy and government complianceWork closely with clients, executives and third parties to complete each case Draft specialized support letters and legal documents Show less

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  Boys & Girls Clubs of Silicon Valley

  Feb 2014 - Jul 2016

  Conduct full range of activities required to prepare, submit and manage grant proposals:Write and submit grants in accordance with the needs of the organizationEffectively work with appropriate staff to ensure grant proposals are mission-driven and meet the needs of the organizationContribute to operational strategic planning, identifying opportunities for funding from foundations, corporations and government entities.Perform prospect research and probability for grant fundingProvide stewardship and cultivation opportunities, arranging site tours for funders and foundation officers as appropriate.Assure compliance with all grant reporting requirementsMaintain current grant & contract records in database and in paper files, including grant tracking and reporting.Research and maintain statistical data that is relevant to resource development. Work with Marketing to provide input for all written materials (including Annual Report, member newsletter) Show less

  • Grants & Contracts Manager

    Sept 2014 - Jul 2016

  • Resource Development Associate

    Feb 2014 - Sept 2014
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  Watkins College of Art, Design & Film

  Oct 2016 - Feb 2019

  Daytime Desk Manager

  Oversaw front desk operations and supervised 8-9 student employees each semester

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  Catholic Charities of Tennessee, Inc.

  Sept 2019 - Apr 2020

  Casework Intern

  Assist with resettlement and support services for local refugees: • Transport clients to appointments and serve as advocate and liaison • Apply trauma-informed restorative practices to youth in after-school program• Facilitate cultural orientation sessions and participate in support groups• Demonstrate cultural competence when working with youth, families, and seniors from various backgrounds, including Congolese, Burmese, and Iraqi

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  Nashville CARES

  Aug 2020 - Apr 2021

  Trauma Specialist Intern

  Assist in provision of behavioral health services to clients living with HIV/AIDS:• Conduct outreach to clients to administer trauma-informed assessments • Collaborate with clients to develop plans for HIV medication adherence• Provide psychoeducation sessions on topics such as the physical, emotional, and mental impacts of trauma, healthy coping mechanisms, and goal setting• Conduct regular, trauma-informed social check-ins with isolated clients

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  Rolling Hills Hospital

  Nov 2021 - Mar 2022

  Admissions Counselor
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  Rogers Behavioral Health

  Mar 2022 - now

  Therapist