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Social Work Trailblazer in Healthcare IT & Foster Advocacy - Episode 14 (Social Work Amplified)

Episode 14 of the Social Work Amplified Podcast highlights the multifaceted career of Renika Atkins, a Master of Social Work, Epic Principal Trainer, Nonprofit Director and Consultant, and a foster care advocate. Renika received her undergraduate degree in Sociology from Texas Woman’s University and her Master’s degree in Social Work with a focus on Community and Administrative Practice from The University of Texas at Arlington. For her daily 9-5 job, Renika works in healthcare IT as an Epic Principal Trainer. As an Epic Principal Trainer, Renika facilitates training and training materials for end users proficiency in EPIC EMR system, evaluates current training methods for improvement and maximum user retention, provides on site and ATE support to staff and employees of the hospital system, and acts as liaison for operational staff and training staff. Renika doesn’t stop there though. She also started her own nonprofit RISE (Resources Inspiring Success and Empowering) and works there as the Executive Director. RISE is one of the only transition focused nonprofit organization in the North Texas area, centered around the success of vulnerable populations such as foster youth and alumni. RISE was developed to combat the negative outcomes of aging out of the foster/adoptive care system. Lastly, Renika works as a nonprofit consultant and uses her knowledge and skills in nonprofit management to champion the cause to increase funding for black led nonprofits and nonprofits who explicitly serve the black community. She is truly a social work trailblazer! Join us for episode 14 of the Social Work Amplified Podcast to hear about Renika’s multifaceted career in macro social work. She also shares insights for those that want to jump into a career in nonprofit management and shares expertise around advocacy for those that want to take their next step in political advocacy. She will not disappoint! The Social Work Amplified Podcast is hosted by SPEAK. SPEAK stands for Social Policy, Education, Advocacy, and Knowledge. SPEAK's mission is to amplify the voices of social workers in politics and social policy by providing resources, increasing students' political engagement and facilitating networking opportunities. SPEAK would like to gratefully acknowledge the generous support of the Simmons Sister Fund at Texas Women's Foundation. Check out the other podcast episodes in the Social Work Amplified playlist!    • Social Work Amplified - A Podcast from SPE...   #macrosocialwork #socialwork #socialworkstudent #socialworkcareers #socialworker #humanservices #socialservices #advocacy #advocate #socialactivism #socialworkleadership #nonprofit #nonprofitmanagement #fostercareadvocate #fostercaresystem