Shauna Feine has worked in social services for over 10 years, currently serving as Training Coordinator at Minnesota Organization of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome. She holds a BA in Social Work and licenses in Minnesota. Prior roles include Employment Consultant, Legislative Clerk, and Direct Support Professional. Feine demonstrates leadership, advocacy, and competence in grant writing, policy, behavioral programs, and serving clients with diverse needs.
1. Shauna Feine
2233 University Ave. W Suite 395 St. Paul, MN 55114 ~ (651) 917-2370 ~ SFeine@mofas.org
LICENSING & EDUCATION
State of Minnesota: Board of Social Work LSW # - 23664
Minnesota State University, Mankato - BA Social Work December 2013
EMPLOYMENT
Minnesota Organization of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (MOFAS) Saint Paul, MN
Intern August - December 2013
Training Coordinator August 2015 - Present
Demonstrate leadership through public speaking skills through conducting presentations on
FASD awareness and social equity
Represent agency in professional manner through knowledge in organizational structure, use of
an effective work ethic, personal values, and the NASW Code of ethics
Research and apply competency in grant proposal process for MOFAS’s RFP Community
Grant, Increasing Access to Employment for Individuals with an FASD and grant-seeking
process for the non-profit organization, MOFAS
Respect and implement agency policies and procedures to best gain experience and knowledge
Streamline information from conferences, meetings, and feedback through professional verbal
and writing communication skills
Rise Inc. May 2014 – August 2015
Employment Consultant Minneapolis, MN
Counselor clients with a severe persistent mental illness in employment placement and support
Facilitate gainful employment placement by researching career opportunities and advancement,
conducting mock interviews, and educating client on resume building
Refer and conduct assessments evaluating program eligibility, vocational needs, skill and
function level, and psychological counselling to best serve clients
Evaluate, update and monitor client case files by keeping accurate notes and ensuring all
needed assessments and forms are current
Collaborate with client's interdisciplinary team such as vocational rehabilitation counselors,
psychologists, therapists, caseworkers and medical professionals for effective, quality support
Demonstrate competency of community resources by informing clients of transportation
methods, social services and financial support
Illustrate social justice by advocating for clients to employers and potential business contacts
Minnesota State Senate: Information Office February –May 2014
Legislative Informational Clerk Minnesota State Capitol, St Paul
Demonstrate thorough knowledge-base of the legislative process and activities to convey
information to a wide range of comprehension levels to best serve constituents, lobbyists, staff
and Senators
Illustrate computer competence on tasks such as, assisting constituents to navigate Senate
website, created and maintained the 2014 Popular and Interesting Bills List, and completing
accurate Senate session notes
Implemented effective analysis, research, networking skills to streamline with other
government entities and organizations to proficiently aid the Senate Informational office and
its customers
2. Shauna Feine
2233 University Ave. W Suite 395 St. Paul, MN 55114 ~ (651) 917-2370 ~ SFeine@mofas.org
Complete basic office duties such as, running errands, filing, printing, and ensuring office is
tidy and organized
Displayed ability to be reliable, professional, and flexible in a fast-paced environment
Direct Support Professional 2010- 2014
REM Minnesota, Community Options and Resources (COR)
Coach clients to become more independent by teaching daily living skills
Research and implement behavioral programs for each client, to guarantee their safety and
meet their needs
Maintain residence by ensuring home is clean and organized to allow clients a comfortable
living environment
Build rapport with clients by interacting in a genuine, respectful, and client-based manner
Accurately report and document client information to benefit and secure client’s welfare for
physicians, psychologists, case managers, guardians and colleagues
Provide certified medical assistance to individuals such as, taking vitals, administering
medication, First-Aid, CPR, and following protocols for seizures and psychosis episodes
Respect and demonstrate organization’s policies by valuing client confidentiality, safety
procedures, and responsiveness to direction
REM Minnesota, Community Options and Resources were employers
INTERNSHIPS & VOLUNTEER
Feed Our Communities Partners (FOCP) August-June 2012
Blue Earth County Community Farm (BEC Community Farm) Mankato, MN
Oversaw BEC Community Farm project with the responsibilities of supervising up to 30
volunteers, marketing project within Mankato community, and networking with various food
bank organizations
Coordinated farm schedule to ensure availability for all volunteer agendas
Created and presented to volunteers a presentation on the mechanics of the planting and
harvesting process and the importance in helping out in the community
Interacted and serviced clients receiving produce at local distribution food bank programs