Sara Melton
Raleigh
Summary
Proactive and detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and problem-solving skills. I am recognized for building strong relationships, adapting quickly, and consistently delivering results for mission-driven organizations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Support Specialist, Family and Community Support
Muscular Dystrophy Association
06.2024 - Current
- Manage coverage, build partnerships, coordinate events, and support MDA Care Centers and patients in the eastern region
- Oversee operations and manage MDA's National Peer Connections program, coordinating more than 400 matches in four years
- Provide coaching, mentoring, onboarding, and departmental training for team members
Support Specialist, Family and Community Support
Muscular Dystrophy Association
04.2018 - 06.2024
- Organized disease symposiums, family panels, and camps nationwide
- Managed participant engagement and registration for the National Ambassador Program
- Built connections with MDA, families, and caregivers through Care Center visits, virtual support, outreach, follow-ups, and program implementation
Family Care Coordinator, Family and Community Support
Muscular Dystrophy Association
03.2016 - 04.2018
- Managed volunteer and intern programs for offices and community events
- Processed invoices for the Durable Medical Equipment Program
- Assisted with family resource navigation and contributed to program implementation
Administrative Assistant
Gentle Dental Care
06.2010 - 03.2016
- Performed insurance verification, processed service payments, and handled deposit transactions
- Coordinated procedural scheduling
Senior Writing Consultant
University Writing Center at East Carolina University
09.2012 - 07.2015
- Provided individual and group consultations for students, faculty, and staff both in person and online
- Facilitated writing workshops and orientations for various academic disciplines
- Presented at national conferences and university-sponsored events
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Fitness Specialist
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC07.2015
Skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Clear communication
- Event coordination
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
International Program Leadership
Providence Church, Raleigh, NC
Short Term Missions
- Malawi- May 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
- East Asia- July 2019 and 2025
- Central Asia- Dec 2024
- Serbia- July 2023
- Thailand- Feb 2020
- Moldova- July 2018
Missions Festival Leadership Team
- November 2022, 2023, 2024
Timeline
Senior Support Specialist, Family and Community Support
Muscular Dystrophy Association
06.2024 - Current
Support Specialist, Family and Community Support
Muscular Dystrophy Association
04.2018 - 06.2024
Family Care Coordinator, Family and Community Support
Muscular Dystrophy Association
03.2016 - 04.2018
Senior Writing Consultant
University Writing Center at East Carolina University
09.2012 - 07.2015
Administrative Assistant
Gentle Dental Care
06.2010 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science - Health Fitness Specialist
East Carolina University
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