Type Of Business:
Nonprofit organization
Marketing Area:
Local; Eastern North Carolina
Expertise:
Individuals; Family services
Major Product/SVS:
Family; Employees; Adoption; Advocacy; Mediation services
Favorite Business Publication:
Social Work -A Journal OF The National Association OF Social Workers, Black Enterprise INC, Ebony magazine, and Newsweek.
Hobbies/Sports:
Traveling; Taking nature walks; Attending concerts; Attending plays and movies; Relaxing to jazz and gospel music; Reading the Bible; Reading psychology and autobiographies; Playing sports including ping-pong and dodge ball
Education Degrees:
Master of Human Services in Social and Community Services, Capella University (2009); Professional Diploma in Psychology and Social Work, Stratford Career Institute, with Highest Honors (2003); Bachelor of Arts in Behavioral Science, Shaw University (1980); Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts, Highland Park College (1974)
Affiliations Awards:
Southern Poverty Law Center; North Carolina Foster and Adoptive Association; National Association of Social Workers; National Association for the Advancement of Colored People
Work History:
The professional field of EarlyChildhood Education of families and children, Social Work Assistant in the Headstart Program of Washington Board of Education, Health Care Technician I of Dorothea Dix State Hospital with mentally and emotional adolescents, Community Service Resource in assisting individuals, families, and children in the community.
Career Achievements:
Above and Beyond, South Central Church of Christ (2006); Certificate of Appreciation, Child Welfare Faith Community Partnership School Supplies Drive, South Central Church of Christ (2005); Faith Partnership Leader Award, County Human Services (2004); Executive Director, National Association of Social Workers; President, NASW Foundation; Executive Director, The National Association for Social Workers
Spouse's Name:
Vincient A. Spears
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is serving as an advocate and representative for others. She has represented individuals and families who are in need of a voice to support them concerning care services and human rights issues.
Charity:
Foster Care and Adoptions, Wake County Human Services; With Love from Jesus Ministries Community Resource Center; Wake County Public School System; WakeMed Health & Hospitals
Number Of Years In Profession:
9
Number Of Years In Current Position:
5
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her self-motivation, focus and desire to contribute to the diversity of people in the community.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because she wanted to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Also, she wants to ensure that people have the information they need to assist them in improving their lives.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Chenault previously worked in the adolescent psychiatric unit at Dorothea Dix State Hospital for five years as a health care technician. She is one of the Founding Sponser's for The Dedication Ceremony OF The Martin Luther King, JR. National Memorial 2011. The Southern Poverty Law Center's founder Morris Dees has recognize Ms. Chenault participation in equality for people and her name placed on the Wall of Tolerance at The Civil Rights Memorial Center Dedication Ceremony 2005. Capella University communicated to Ms. Chenault her active involvement in the university by application in peer mentoring for Public Leadership Service Program 2011.
As a graduated learner in Capella University of 2008 in Utilization of Community Resources course, the professor had selected Ms. Chenault's paper to be a model reference for other fellow graduate learners.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Gathering information about the different needs of the diverse community and assessing which services meet these needs; Interfacing with a diverse set of clients including telephone contact; Recommending community organizations to help individualized needs
Education Certifications:
Lead Teacher Status, Division of Child Development, North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services; Children's Home Society of North Carolina; Faith Community Partnerships, Wake County Human Services
Awards/Honors:
The State of North Carolina Early Childhood Credential; Southern Poverty Law Center Honors with Infinite Gratitude for Dedicated Service
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Chenault hopes to gain more skills and insight in professional human service through workshops, professional development and interactive conferences.