Dawaune Latiefth Ellis
Hutchinson, KS. 67501
Education and Training
University of Colorado at Denver, Psych Major 2000-2001; 2008-2009 Community College of Denver, General Studies 2011-2012 University of Metro Denver, Psychology B.S. 2015
Community College of Pueblo, Comptia A+ Certification 2018 Fort Hays State University, Certified Proposal Writer 2018 Internachi Certified Home Inspector, Home & Building Inspector 2019 North Central University, M.A. Psychology 2020-2022 NorthCentral University, MBA Finance 2022-2023
IAP Career College, Certificate of Business Consultant, June 2023 ADL Media, Certificate of Freight Forwarding & Logistics, April 2023 Objective
A self-motivated and dedicated worker with a diverse work history seeking a position in which I can work in a challenging environment that stimulates me mentally, and provides the opportunity for further intellectual growth the teaching/theory/practice in the field(s) of Behavioral Economics, Counseling Psychology, Strategic Management, Procurement, Supply & Logistics, and Financial Consulting
Skills Profile
Mental Health Counselor/Therapist
Evaluate, and treat, various mental health issues (PTSD, GAD, DIDD, Maladaptive Behavior Disorders, Grief & Trauma Counseling, SUD/AUD’s, Relationship Therapy, Group/Individual Counseling, Criminal Behavioral Reduction Therapy) aimed particularly at the denizens of the Urban Community.
Nonprofit Executive Director:
Assist and coordinate with other members of the Board of Directors, the strategic and operational planning for Common Cents Thrift Shop, and Real Talk Counseling. Duties included budget preparation; the implementation of program goals and metrics; fiscal policy regulation; the implementation of specific program policies and procedures; and the development of various marketing and advertising campaigns which addressed the Urban community.
Grant/Proposal Writer
The composition and research of various grants for submittal, as grant planning deadlines, and time scheduling, through Guide-Star, The Foundation Directory, and other grant proposal sites.
Human Resource Executive
Manage and coordinate with a Grant writing team, Programs Director Administrator, and various support personnel related to Non-Profit activities. A/P & A/R Processor
Elementary Teacher-Spanish
Spanish/French Interpretation
Strong Computer Skills
SPSS Data Analyses
Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet
Comptia A+ Field IT Certification
Computer & Network diagnostic/repair/troubleshooting/maintenance Accurate and Efficient
Self Motivated
Quick Learner
Dedicated and Hardworking
Multi-Lingual- English, Spanish, French
Executive Merchandise Consultant
Program Director
Event Coordinator
Adult Basic Education Tutor / ESL Instructor (Independently for over 20 years) Work Experience
Ellis & Ellis Holdings LLC, January 2017-Present
President & Owner, CEO, CFO; (Real Estate Investment, and Construction Management)
Common Cents Thrift Shop, August 2016-Present
Denver, CO.
Event Coordinator, Program Director, Executive Merchandise Consultant Real Talk: Counseling From An Urban Perspective, April 2016-Present Aurora, CO.
Counselor/Therapist for the Urban Community; Relationship Therapy, Marriage Counseling, PTSD Counseling, Urban Counseling; Event Coordinator, Program Director. Ellis & Ellis Auto Recycling, Owner/Operator November 2011-Present Denver, CO.
My Linguistic Solutions, Spanish Interpreter March 2015-2018 Denver, CO.
Provide interpreter/translations in school, hospitals, clinics, and private homes; to/for students/parents, children with and without special educational needs. Shaffer Elementary, Kindergarten Spanish Teacher August 2015-2017 Managed all aspects of Auto Recycling operations from bookkeeping, marketing, sales, and overall management.
Journey Through Our Heritage (JTOH) Metropolitan State University of Denver Peer Mentor, Student Educator February 2016-April 2016
***References Available Upon Request