Jade Toscano

Fresno CA, 93705

(559) 347-7734

[email protected]

EDUCATION

Fresno State University : 2021-2023
BA in Sociology

  • GPA: 3.89
  • Student for Giving: ( Grant Making) 
  • Board Member ( Secretary) 
  • Study Abroad: Europe: Finland &  Estonia 
  • Chapter of Alpha Kappa Delta
  • Humanic’s program ( 8 units ) 

Fresno City College : 2017-2019
AS in Social Work

  • GPA: 3.60
  • Active Mind Club 
  • Board Member for Active Mind ( Secretary) 
  • EOP club 
  • Photography & Photo shop ( 12 units) 

SKILLS

LEADERSHIP

strategic thinking
conflict resolution
emotional intelligence
decision making
innovation
vision
motivation

FUNDRAISING

donor cultivation
event planning
grant writing

budgeting
crowdfunding
gift solicitation

ORGANIZATION

time management
planning and coordination
multitasking
attention to detail
record keeping

COMMUNICATION

verbal and written
active listening
nonverbal communication

interpersonal
presentations
feedback and coaching

empathy
culture sensitivity
persuasion
social media

COMPUTER SOFTWARE AND PLATFORMS

Microsoft: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
PolicyTech

Noridian & Medslite
Avatar
Photoshop, Lightroom iMovie
Canva

Zoom & Teams
WordPress
Chat GPT
Peoplesoft
Design Space

Adobe pro
Granicus/Legistar

EXPERIENCE

Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health

Staff Analyst for court connected care and justice services - 8/16/2024 - present
  • Managed contracts between Fresno County and contracted providers serving the Katie A population, ensuring compliance with County standards and requirements.
  • Reviewed and analyzed incident reports and program metrics to assess provider performance and identify areas for improvement.
  • Processed and managed invoices, ensuring accurate and timely payment for contracted services.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with contracted providers, maintaining open communication channels for troubleshooting and problem-solving.
  • Drafted meeting minutes and prepared detailed documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
  • Prepared and presented agendas to the Board of Supervisors, ensuring alignment with program goals and County regulations.
  • Collaborated with service providers to resolve operational issues, streamline processes, and improve service delivery outcomes.

Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health

Admitting interviewer for finance - June 2021 - 8/16/2024
  • Consistently met or exceeded monthly revenue goals by ensuring all insurance information was verified and accurately billed for services rendered.
  • Reduced the average time for person served by 10%, resulting in improved patient flow and decreased wait times.
  • Maintained an accuracy rate of 99% in financial record keeping, resulting in improved auditing results and reduced compliance issues.
  • Trained and mentored new admitting staff members, resulting in an increase in their productivity by 25% within the first 3 months.
  • Collaborated with the billing department to streamline processing and increase efficiency.
  • Audited financial records and identified discrepancies — recovering over $550,000 in lost revenue.

Amazon Warehouse - Inbound

Ambassador Oct 2019 - may 2021
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of warehouse operations and safety procedures to ensure a safe and efficient work environment.
  • Acted as a liaison between management and front-line associates to communicate feedback, concerns, and suggestions for process improvements.
  • Trained new employees on warehouse procedures and safety protocols, resulting in a decrease in safety incidents and an increase in productivity.
  • Coordinated with other departments, such as HR and IT, to address employee needs and resolve issues in a timely and effective manner.
  • Conducted daily audits to ensure inventory accuracy and adherence to standard operating procedures.
  • Utilized various warehouse management software programs to track inventory levels, monitor order fulfillment, and generate reports for management.
  • Participated in company-wide initiatives, such as charitable events and community service projects, to promote Amazon’s commitment to social responsibility.

INTERNSHIPS

Habitat for Humanity Greater Fresno Area

Sociology INtern
  • Collaborated with the marketing and communications team to create engaging content for social media platforms, newsletters, and other marketing materials.

  • Provided administrative support to the Habitat for Humanity team, including data entry, filing, and database management
  • Supported the planning and execution of fundraising events and activities, including logistics, outreach, and follow-up.

  • Assisted in organizing and coordinating volunteer activities and events, including recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers.

Fresno Metro Ministry

Social Work intern
  • Conducted door-to-door canvassing in various neighborhoods to engage community members and raise awareness of organization’s programs and initiatives
  • Coordinated with City officials to plan and execute community events, including organizing logistics and communicating with vendors, volunteers, and attendees
  • Assisted with data entry and analysis to track organization’s progress towards its goals and identify areas for improvement
  • Conducted research on community issues and policies to inform organization’s advocacy efforts and position statements
  • Collaborated with staff members and volunteers to plan and implement outreach strategies that effectively reached target audiences
  • Facilitated meetings and workshops with community members to gather input and feedback on organization’s programs and initiatives
  • Engaged with stakeholders such as elected officials, community leaders, and partner organizations to build relationships and partnerships that supported organization’s goals.