Demyond D. Wright
columbia
Summary
Dynamic Health Equity Grant Program Coordinator II with a proven track record at the S.C. Department of Health and Environment Control. Expert in grant management and strategic planning, successfully fostering community partnerships and advocating for policy changes. Adept at data analysis and training, driving impactful health equity initiatives for marginalized populations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Equity Grant Program Coordinator II
S.C. Department of Health and Environment Control
Columbia
01.2021 - Current
- Coordinate the application, monitoring, and reporting of health equity-related grants
- Ensure compliance with grant guidelines, deadlines, and deliverables
- Serve as a liaison between the grantors, grantees, and internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment with health equity objectives
- Utilize data sources to identify and assess health disparities affecting at-risk populations
- Work with public health departments and community organizations to understand local needs and challenges
- Develop proposals and strategic plans that address health inequities within specific communities
- Design programs and initiatives to ensure equitable healthcare access for marginalized groups
- Provide technical assistance and support to community organizations and partners in implementing health equity programs
- Offer training to both internal and external partners on health equity concepts, grant requirements, and effective program execution
- Foster partnerships with local organizations, government agencies, and healthcare providers to support grant-funded projects and initiatives
- Organize and participate in community meetings, workshops, and outreach efforts to ensure health equity initiatives reach the intended populations
- Collect, analyze, and report data on program progress and outcomes, ensuring alignment with the health equity goals of the grant
- Use data visualizations, dashboards, and reports to track progress and identify areas for improvement
- Oversee grant budgets and ensure that funds are allocated appropriately to support health equity programs
- Monitor expenditures and prepare financial reports to ensure transparency and accountability
- Advocate for policies and practices that promote health equity within the organization and the community
- Stay up-to-date on trends, regulations, and funding opportunities related to health equity and grant management
- Develop communications and outreach materials to raise awareness about grant-funded health equity initiatives
- Coordinate public relations efforts to share success stories, milestones, and outcomes related to health equity programs
State Lead, SOAR Administrator, Case Manager Supervisor
South Carolina Department of Corrections
Columbia
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Work with the referral sources and community partners to identify candidates through team meetings, outreaches, and referrals
- Initiate paperwork with consumers as referred to program by filing initial documentation of representation with SSA office
- Complete interviews with consumers to gather information for SSI/SSDI applications as required, this includes but not limited to gathering medical records and other information to complete SSI/SSDI applications
- Create SOAR Medical Summary Reports for consumer applications
- Accompany consumers to appointments at the Social Security Administration
- Coordinate visits to medical doctors, psychiatrists, and other specialists to obtain evidence for case
- Coordinate case management services with partners and help with providing case management services to consumers when needed
- Assist the team with administrative tasks as needed
- Be knowledgeable and have a firm understanding of the South Carolina Developmental Disabilities Council's mission, governing rules, state plan and other key initiatives
- Be knowledgeable and enforce management principles set forth by the agency to successfully manage staff and programs
- Interpret and apply rules, regulations, and law - state and federal
- Manage projects/assignments while providing guidance to employees
- Effectively research and complete reports and articles as it pertains to critical projects
- Significant experience of programs, services, laws, and issues related to people with developmental disabilities
Program Manager (Lead Case manager)
South Carolina Youth Academy
Columbia
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Serves as Commandant of the South Carolina Youth Challenge Academy (SCYCA)
- Works under the supervision of the Deputy Director of the SCYCA
- Responsible for the accountability, supervision, health, welfare, and safety of assigned cadets and cadre staff
- Assists in planning, developing, implementing, and monitoring the Mission, Vision, Goals and Objectives of the SCYCA
- Participate in the management of the SCYCA daily operations
- Attends planning sessions, provides feedback to cadre staff, and encourages employee growth and development
- Directs and manages the operations of the Operations Department
- Directly supervises the Assistant Commandant and Senior Team Leaders for each platoon of cadets, and manages all activities of the cadre and cadets of the SCYCA
- Reviews program objectives to determine compatibility with Agency's and Program's mission; assesses Operations Department activities, and makes recommendations and implements policy, procedure or rule changes
- Ensures the directives from the SCYCA Director are carried out and completed, and the Operations Department is following National Guard Bureau (NGB) guidelines and standards
- Responsible for ensuring the conduct of a robust physical training program and maintaining good order and discipline
- Counsels cadets and cadre staff on performance and other issues, and reviews and/or conducts investigations into cadre/cadet misconduct
- Tracks and maintains data required by NGB and the Director and provides monthly Department reports to the Director
- Makes presentations on activities of the SCYCA, and assists in the planning, staffing, and implementation of special events
- Maintains daily communications with the SCYCA Director and Deputy Director
- Performed all duties as assigned
KIVA Transitional Coach / Health Manager I
SC Department of Mental Health
Columbia
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Supervision of Transitional/KIVA Program Manager and serves as the lead over Human Services Coordinators under the KIVA Project
- Assist patients on assigned caseload with daily living and recovery skills that will prepare patients for community living
- Collaborates with treatment team members about referrals for patients placed in KIVA
- Assess patients for placement in KIVA from treatment team based on availability of services in program
- Serve as Kiva Transitional Supervisor and Health Educator an evidenced based approach and/or effective strategies to educate youth and Adults on how to avoid risks that could lead to relapsing on the road to recovery implementing evidence-based violence prevention programming for mental health recovery
- Knowledge of community systems and agencies that are working to prevent mental heal
- Knowledge of preparing and monitoring budgets, preparing and monitoring contracts, and ensuring all programmatic deliverables are met
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, establish and maintain effective working relationships with all program staff and community partners and function effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment
Sergeant 1st Shift Lead Drug and alcohol Unit
SC Department of Juvenile Justice
Columbia
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Implement policies, procedures, and techniques to ensure public safety, security, and control of juvenile offenders
- Maintain order ensuring sight and sound supervision of offenders
- Inspects living units to locate contraband and to report on conditions affecting the health and safety of offenders
- Frequently checks on offenders deemed to be special risks or who are on security status; reports critical conditions and incidents to appropriate authorities
- Serve as a member of a treatment team to determine which programs, methods and experiences are appropriate for the treatment of juvenile offenders
- Provide counseling and instruction to offenders by directing their daily activities, maintaining order during all activities, teaches structured behavioral management classes and teaches problem solving skills to help them learn accountability and to achieve worthwhile personal goals
- Writes, reviews, and communicates necessary reports during shift
Education
Master of Business Administration - Concentration in Health Services Administration
Strayer University
01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Benedict College
12.2009
High School Diploma -
Calhoun County High School
01.2005
Skills
- Health Equity and Inclusion
- Grant Management
- Strategic Planning and Program Development
- Community Outreach and Stakeholder Engagement
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Budget Management
- Policy Advocacy
- Training and Capacity Building
Phone Numbers
803-210-5776, 843-372-9502
Timeline
Health Equity Grant Program Coordinator II
S.C. Department of Health and Environment Control
01.2021 - Current
State Lead, SOAR Administrator, Case Manager Supervisor
South Carolina Department of Corrections
01.2019 - 01.2021
Program Manager (Lead Case manager)
South Carolina Youth Academy
01.2017 - 01.2019
KIVA Transitional Coach / Health Manager I
SC Department of Mental Health
01.2015 - 01.2017
Sergeant 1st Shift Lead Drug and alcohol Unit
SC Department of Juvenile Justice
01.2010 - 01.2015
Master of Business Administration - Concentration in Health Services Administration
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Benedict College
High School Diploma -
Calhoun County High School
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