Raven Raquel Godette
Cary
Summary
A highly motivated, flexible, bilingual English/Spanish Speaking Professional and advocate to serve and empower individuals and community organizations with a diverse set of core competencies to include experience in the following: Human Services as it relates to case management in Social Services; customer service; problem solving; communication (written/oral) skills; data entry and documentation, empathy and advocacy for neighbors and community partners.
Experienced with managing engagement activities and fostering community connections. Utilizes excellent communication and organizational skills to streamline processes and enhance team efficiency. Track record of successfully executing projects and driving impactful results.
Professional engagement coordinator skilled in orchestrating community-focused initiatives and optimizing team performance. Known for high standards and results-driven approach, ensuring that project goals are consistently met. Effective collaborator with talent for adapting to changing needs and fostering cooperative team environment.
Knowledgeable with strong background in coordinating engagement initiatives. Successfully managed various projects, enhancing team dynamics and driving community involvement. Demonstrated expertise in communication and organizational skills to maintain seamless operations.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Migrant Tutoring Program
01.2016
- Provide tutoring services for migrant families with children attending Johnston County Schools, k – 12 in all Core subjects
Network Engagement Coordinator / Disaster Preparedness Committee Chair
Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina
01.2022 - Current
- Executed site monitoring visits and audits of partner agencies to uphold safe food storage and handling standards.
- Implemented proactive and action plans measures to address and solidify agency non-compliance with food bank regulations.
- Developed and implemented organizational policies to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Managed investigation and response processes for agency complaints, ensuring timely resolution.
- Facilitated agency communication and support as primary liaison for food bank, ensuring effective collaboration with community organizations.
- Assisted community organizations in resourceful areas by connecting them with local public and private resources. Supported agencies in achieving their missions through effective resource allocation. Developed partnerships with organizations both within and outside of the network.
- Spearheaded agency recruitment and training initiatives by collaborating with network strategy programs and community health and engagement teams.
- Guided potential agencies through comprehensive application processes.
- Spearheaded design, development, and delivery of training programs for new and existing partners.
- Facilitated agency assessments and capacity building initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness.
- Oversaw methodology for categorizing agencies based on service capacity and scope of work.
- Assisted in agency optimization process through conducting surveys and facilitating consultations with partner agencies.
- Assisted in local food distribution efforts in designated areas. Supported food bank staff in enhancing food systems. Collaborated with community partners to improve access to nutritious food.
- Assisted in creating regional food security plans by collaborating with local community organizations and government agencies to support individuals facing food insecurity.
- Orchestrated planning and execution of disaster preparedness training for partner agencies within food bank network.
Teacher, Spanish Language and Literature, English as a Second Language
Wake County Schools
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Interprets Spanish to English and English to Spanish
- Instructional teaching of Spanish Language and Culture, guide and facilitate activities for students, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom for instruction, technology facilitation
- Guide students’ acquisition of social skills, core competencies and World Language
Teacher, Spanish
Johnston County Schools
06.2013 - 03.2016
- Instructional teaching, guide and facilitate activities of the children, including daily activities, field trips, selecting and arranging equipment and materials in the classroom
- Guide children’s acquisition of social skills, core competencies and World Language Acquisition
Bi-lingual Enrollment Specialist
Orange County Head Start Early Head Start Program
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Oversee processing applications for accuracy and timeliness
- Develop and revise program’s recruitment policy to ensure procedures are implemented
- Spearhead stall involvement in participation of recruitment activities and events
- Develop and monitor application process ensuring required income eligibility documentation
- Coordinate with Child Development Specialist (CDS) to develop and implement a plan to identify and recruit at least 10% of children with documented disabilities/special needs
- Develop and implement plans and procedures with ERSEA committee on eligibility and selection of families in compliance with all federal standards and local program criteria
- Implement communications with the Family Services Manager and Home Based Manager to stay informed of attendance concerns which could lead to program openings
- Ensure that the program maintains full enrollment by adhering to Performance Standards’ mandates
- Interpret and translate program materials as requested and liaison for applicants and referring agencies via phone, mail, walk-ins, email, community events and recruitment activities
- Collect and submit data for Community Needs Assessment and Annual Program Report
- Provide childcare for parent meetings and special events
- Member of the Program Planning Team to give input and make decisions regarding operation of the total program to ensure compliance with Performance Standards
- Participate on program self-assessment team program for annual assessment service area
- Maintain systems, database, files etc
- Ensuring security of data
Childcare Social Worker II
Orange County Department of Social Services
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Determined eligibility of families in need of childcare and issued vouchers
- Assisted eligible families with the cost of childcare services according to state policies
- Maintained contact with parents and childcare providers to ensure families received appropriate services and to remain aware of family issues and concerns
- Provided families with information about available childcare resources and the five-star licenses’ system
- Maintain family case files that include required forms and case narratives according to requirements in the policy manual and County and State Policies
- Maintained monthly statistical information
Bi-lingual Scholarship Counselor
Childcare Services Association
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Evaluated and determined eligibility for subsidy program
- Provided English/Spanish Interpretation and Translation on behalf of families and community agencies
- Conducted “Choosing and Using Quality Information child care sessions to families seeking quality child care
- Provided resources for families seeking licensed childcare facilities
- Educated families on the importance of quality childcare
Latino Outreach Coordinator
Eastern Carolina Community Development Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Served as inter-agency liaison to locate and place clients with the appropriate social service providers/agency
- Developed working relationships with non-profit, state and federal government agencies
- Managed bi-lingual volunteers and coordinated outreach volunteers’ programs and tracked volunteer hours
- Developed and organized the implementation of first “Family Information Fair” with all vendors and information in Spanish
- Developed and organized first "Spanish Language Summer Camp" for children ages 8-15
- Developed and tracked key statistical information of individuals and families regarding the Spanish Language
Minority Outreach Coordinator
Carteret County Domestic Violence Program
01.2001 - 01.2004
- Developed and implemented programs for victims of domestic violence, provided direct service and advocacy for primary and secondary victims of domestic violence
- Interpreted and translated for Spanish speaking clients
- Presented Domestic Violence Awareness information to banks, schools, civic organizations, churches, and various agencies throughout Carteret County
- Developed and tracked key statistical information of African American, Latino, and Elder populations
- Provided case management, court advocacy and safe date instructions to local middle and high schools
- Advocate for victims of domestic violence self-petitioning for Victim Visas
Education
Alternative Licensure - K-12 Spanish Education, College of Education
East Carolina University
Greenville, North Carolina01.2016
B.A. - Hispanic Studies, Political Science
East Carolina University
Greenville, North Carolina01.2007
Skills
- Brand awareness
- Volunteer management
- Stakeholder management
- Strategic thinking
- Best practices optimization
- Risk assessments
- Project planning
- Event coordination
- Stakeholder relations
- Proposal development
- Implementation management
- Utilization improvements
- Agile principles
- Utilization optimization
- Project promotion
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Accomplishments
- Collaborated as the Chaired a team of 4 in the development of Network Disaster Preparedness Relief Training.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Network Engagement Coordinator / Disaster Preparedness Committee Chair
Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina
01.2022 - Current
Summer Migrant Tutoring Program
01.2016
Teacher, Spanish Language and Literature, English as a Second Language
Wake County Schools
01.2016 - 01.2021
Teacher, Spanish
Johnston County Schools
06.2013 - 03.2016
Bi-lingual Enrollment Specialist
Orange County Head Start Early Head Start Program
01.2012 - 01.2013
Childcare Social Worker II
Orange County Department of Social Services
01.2008 - 01.2012
Bi-lingual Scholarship Counselor
Childcare Services Association
01.2007 - 01.2008
Latino Outreach Coordinator
Eastern Carolina Community Development Inc.
01.2004 - 01.2005
Minority Outreach Coordinator
Carteret County Domestic Violence Program
01.2001 - 01.2004
Alternative Licensure - K-12 Spanish Education, College of Education
East Carolina University
B.A. - Hispanic Studies, Political Science
East Carolina University