New Team Member Spotlight
In this edition of Team Spotlight, we celebrate the diverse talents and experiences of our newest team members. Each individual brings unique skills and perspectives, contributing to our collective mission. Whether through their professional backgrounds or personal interests, our team is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community. Stay tuned as we continue to highlight our newest team members in the future!
| Priscyla Delgadillo - WIOA Youth InternOriginally from Bolivia, Priscyla recently joined our team. She gained valuable experience during her internship by assisting various IT departments with data management and quality assurance. We are excited to have her on board as she supports our front desk staff. |
| Nicole Hall - TANF SupervisorNicole, a native of Miami, Florida, began her career in public benefits in 2010 as an Economic Self-Sufficiency Worker in Daytona Beach. After relocating to Virginia in 2015, she worked for Fairfax County as a Human Service Worker. In 2018, she joined the City of Alexandria as a Benefit Program Specialist, handling SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid cases. Promoted to Senior Benefit Program Specialist in 2021, she now serves as the Benefit Program Supervisor for the TANF Team. Nicole is passionate about helping individuals achieve economic mobility. In her free time, she enjoys reading and watching true crime shows. |
| Anais Muheiddin - Youth Employment and Training Specialist[Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) and year-round youth programming]Anais has four years of experience as a Youth Advisor for the SYEP, dedicated to advocacy and youth development, helping young people navigate career planning and development. Her contributions also include supporting the ARPA Re-Employment and Upskilling initiative and facilitating Digital Literacy classes at WDC. Anais is committed to empowering the next generation of leaders and making a positive impact in our community. |
| Sonia Martin - TANF Benefits SpecialistSonia recently relocated from Connecticut to Virginia. Originally from Cape Verde, she is fluent in Creole, Portuguese, and Spanish. Before joining the City of Alexandria, Sonia worked for five years as an Eligibility Specialist in Connecticut, focusing on guiding individuals through complex processes. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, exploring interior design, and discovering new cuisines. Sonia is eager to contribute to the team and make a positive impact. |
| Tara Brown - TANF Benefits SpecialistTara joined the City in 2003 as Administrative Support for Child Welfare. After five years, she moved to the Customer Relations team, where she spent a decade honing her customer service skills and assisting clients with various needs, including homeless shelter assessments and utility assistance. Her dedication led to her promotion to Benefit Program Specialist, where she has spent the last six years determining eligibility for SNAP and Medicaid. We are thrilled to have Tara on board and look forward to the positive impact she will bring to our team.
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