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Devon Gilchrist
Location: Minneapolis, MN
Joined: Jun 27th, 2017

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University of Colorado class of 2000

Undergrad Major: Communication

Claim To Fame:

Homecoming King

Most Memorable Moment:

Playing in the 1997 NCAA Basketball Tournament

University of Minnesota class of

Grad Major:

High School: St. Thomas Academy in Mendota Heights, MN class of 1995

Experience

I currently work with MN Department of Human Services as
I have 15 years of experience working in the Government and Policy industry.

Social Services Program Consultant-Quality Assurance Program Consultant | State of Minnesota, Department of Human Services
From January 2015 to Current • 11 year(s)
Determines county/tribal child welfare programs' achievement in meeting performance objectives by conducting on-site reviews and analyzing performance data. Partners with counties/tribes in continuous quality improvement processes and develops recommendations for program improvements.

Federal Reviewer | Administration for Children and Families
From January 2016 to December 2016 • 0 year(s)
Assisted ACF with conducting federal child and family services reviews of state child welfare systems to ensure conformity with federal requirements. Participated as federal reviewer for New York State's and Kentucky's Child and Family Services Reviews.

Child Protection Social Worker | Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health Department
From January 2011 to December 2015 • 4 year(s)
Provided social work services to children and families with findings of abuse or neglect, conducted risk assessments, and developed case plans. Prepared court reports, appeared in court, and coordinated services for clients and their children.

Senior Social Worker | Hennepin County Human Services and Public Health Department-Child Crisis
From January 2011 to December 2015 • 4 year(s)
Developed individual treatment plans with multidisciplinary teams and provided preventive and direct services to clients with mental, emotional, or physical disabilities. Provided supportive counseling to families and coordinated care with service providers.

Post-Secondary Planning and Communications Associate | State of Minnesota, Office of Higher Education
From January 2010 to December 2012 • 2 year(s)
Coordinated college planning presentations with schools and community agencies, facilitated presentations to students and families. Developed database of statewide contacts and evaluation processes to measure program objectives.

Project Coordinator-ALC Programming | Saint Paul Public Schools
From January 2010 to December 2010 • 0 year(s)
Supervised after school program staff and coordinated afterschool programming including ALC and community-based partner programs. Developed program records and documentation systems.

Student Resource Coordinator, Destination 2010 Initiative | The Minneapolis Foundation
From January 2008 to December 2010 • 2 year(s)
Oversaw 20 contracted community liaisons and assisted students with college applications and financial aid. Coordinated college visits and partnerships with community organizations to provide opportunities for students.

Program Manager, The Connections Program and Pathways to Independence Program | Summit Academy OIC
From January 2005 to December 2008 • 3 year(s)
Responsible for daily operations of two programs, supervised staff of 7-12 individuals and managed annual budget of over $750K. Developed operational plans and implemented performance management processes for all staff.

Lead Independent Living Skills Counselor, The Connections Program | Summit Academy OIC
From January 2002 to December 2005 • 3 year(s)
Provided leadership and training for independent living skills counselors, managed caseload of 10-15 at-risk youth. Facilitated workshops and assisted youth with job development skills and housing placement.

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