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I am Anastasia Teper, a social worker and visual artist with 18+ years of experience in harm reduction, community activism, and behavioral research. I’ve long blended social science with creativity, and I’m now combining my passions into a one-on-one teaching approach to inspire young people and foster social consciousness. I’m excited to continue teaching youth, engaging communities, and advancing my skills in this field, while pursuing opportunities that merge art, education, and advocacy.…I am Anastasia Teper, a social worker and visual artist with 18+ years of experience in harm reduction, community activism, and behavioral research. I’ve long blended social science with creativity, and I’m now combining my passions into a one-on-one teaching approach to inspire young people and foster social consciousness. I’m excited to continue teaching youth, engaging communities, and advancing my skills in this field, while pursuing opportunities that merge art, education, and advocacy.

Anastasia Teper

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I am Anastasia Teper, a social worker and visual artist with 18+ years of experience in harm reduction, community activism, and behavioral research. I’ve long blended social science with creativity, and I’m now combining my passions into a one-on-one teaching approach to inspire young people and foster social consciousness. I’m excited to continue teaching youth, engaging communities, and advancing my skills in this field, while pursuing opportunities that merge art, education, and advocacy.…I am Anastasia Teper, a social worker and visual artist with 18+ years of experience in harm reduction, community activism, and behavioral research. I’ve long blended social science with creativity, and I’m now combining my passions into a one-on-one teaching approach to inspire young people and foster social consciousness. I’m excited to continue teaching youth, engaging communities, and advancing my skills in this field, while pursuing opportunities that merge art, education, and advocacy.

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I am Anastasia Teper, a social worker and visual artist with 18+ years of experience in harm reduction, community activism, and behavioral research. I’ve long blended social science with creativity, and I’m now combining my passions into a one-on-one teaching approach to inspire young people and foster social consciousness.

I’m excited to continue teaching youth, engaging communities, and advancing my skills in this field, while pursuing opportunities that merge art, education, and advocacy.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Leadership

Experience Level

Microsoft Office

Expert

Leadership

Expert

Language

Russian

Fluent

Work Experience

Hepatitis C Patient Navigator at VOCAL-NY

May 1, 2012 - August 31, 2013

Recruited and rapidly tested for HIV/HCV risk factors targeting the 'Baby Boomer' generation and active substance users. Set up testing sites, provided harm-reduction education, and facilitated referrals to ER, inpatient/outpatient services, and support programs. Traveled to high-risk neighborhoods to educate and test for HCV and harm-reduction services; managed a caseload and connected clients with needed resources.

Independent Living Counselor at RHY – Independent Living Counselor, The Chelsea Foyer

May 1, 2009 - June 1, 2012

Provided intensive case management to homeless/runaway and out-of-foster-care youth (ages 18-21 and 18-25). Developed and implemented a client-driven plan with short- and long-term goals; coordinated housing, health, education, and employment supports; maintained client files and data; conducted weekly team meetings and provided referrals to social services.

Clinical Research Coordinator II / Community Liaison at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

August 1, 2015 - May 1, 2016

Recruited and screened participants, coordinated IRB-related activities, and supported community liaison efforts for clinical research studies. Managed scheduling, communications, and participant education; assisted in pre-authorization and workflow for clinical trials.

Research Compliance Assistant at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

May 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017

Facilitated IRB submissions from faculty and students, reviewed for accuracy, and supported the institutional research education and training initiatives. Helped develop databases for data collection and documentation of IRB protocols.

Research Assistant II / Community Liaison at University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

July 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Recruited and screened HIV/HCV patients, ensured access to Hepatitis C care and medications at little or no cost; educated patients and connected them with referrals; used electronic scheduling, messaging, and documentation to stay connected with participants; supported IRB-related tasks and community outreach.

Juvenile Case Manager at City of Houston – Municipal Courts

January 2, 2019 - November 27, 2019

Provided case management for juvenile offenders; coordinated services, housing, education, and legal referrals; maintained case files and regular contact with clients and guardians; supported community-based outreach and collaboration with social services.

Health Program Analyst at Metro Department of Public Health & Wellness

July 2, 2022 - June 2, 2023

Worked as part of a rapid-response team (QRT) to address opioid overdoses, connecting individuals to immediate resources and referrals (ER, inpatient/outpatient services) and supporting weekly follow-ups. Coordinated cross-team efforts with community and public health partners to address overdose prevention and recovery needs.

Path Finder Resident Adviser at The Menninger Clinic

December 2, 2019 - June 1, 2022

Provided intensive case management for homeless runaway/youth (ages 18-21 and 18-25) including development of a comprehensive client-driven plan with short- and long-term goals; coordinated support services and maintained ongoing progress monitoring; led weekly reviews and liaised with housing and social service partners.