Melanie Hazlewood
About Melanie Hazlewood
Melanie Hazlewood serves as the Community Engagement Manager at Unite Us, where she leverages her extensive experience in community engagement and relationship building. She holds a Master of Integrative Studies and a Bachelor of Social Work, and has previously worked in roles that enhanced her communication and project management skills.
Work at Unite Us
Melanie Hazlewood serves as the Community Engagement Manager at Unite Us, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on community engagement and relationship building, which are essential for the organization's mission. Her responsibilities include managing initiatives that foster connections between community resources and individuals in need. She works remotely, allowing her to engage with diverse communities effectively.
Education and Expertise
Melanie Hazlewood holds a Master of Integrative Studies from Northern Kentucky University, where she studied Communication in Health Care from 2012 to 2014. She also earned a Bachelor of Social Work from the same institution, completing her studies from 1997 to 2002. Her educational background equips her with the necessary skills for effective communication and community engagement.
Background
Before her current role at Unite Us, Melanie Hazlewood worked as a Referral Coordinator at Every Child Succeeds from 2017 to 2019 in the Cincinnati Area, KY. She also served as a Patient Advocate in the Ophthalmology department at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center from 2019 to 2021. These positions contributed to her extensive experience in community engagement and relationship management.
Skills and Competencies
Melanie Hazlewood possesses strong skills in verbal, written, and interpersonal communication. These skills are crucial for her role in community engagement, allowing her to effectively connect with various stakeholders. Additionally, she has a proven track record of performing well under pressure and ensuring project completion, which is essential for managing community engagement initiatives.