CURRICULUM VITAE RATONIA C. RUNNELS, Ph.D, LMSW

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1 CURRICULUM VITAE RATONIA C. RUNNELS, Ph.D, LMSW School of Social Work Baylor University One Bear Place, #97320 Waco, Texas (254) EDUCATION 2012 The University of Texas at Austin Doctor of Philosophy in Social Work 2001 The University of Texas at Austin Master of Science in Social Work Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Concentration 1998 The University of Texas at Austin Bachelor of Arts in Sociology African American Studies Minor RESEARCH INTERESTS Behavioral and Mental Health, Cultural Diversity and Social Justice, Assessment and Intervention, Social Work Education TEACHING INTERESTS Human Behavior and Social Environment, Practice, Policy, Research, Social Justice RESEARCH EXPERIENCE 2012-Present Research Associate Research Assistant The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work African American Healthcare: Understanding Disproportionality in Urban Areas- $136,657 (funded by Health and Human Services Commission Center for the Elimination of Disproportionality and Disparity) Rowena Fong, Principal Investigator

2 Runnels Research Assistant The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work Capacity Building Project to Serve the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Needs of HIV Infected Persons in Texas- $200,000 (funded by Texas Department of State Health Services, HIV Comprehensive Services Branch) Michele Rountree and Elizabeth Pomeroy, Principal Investigators Research Analyst The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work ISTDI and PCRS Training Post-Satisfaction Survey- $161,572 (funded by Texas Department of State Health Services, HIV Comprehensive Services Branch) Michele Rountree, Principal Investigator Research Assistant The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work Feasibility Study: HIV Risk Reduction Intervention Pilot Study for Women Exposed to Intimate Partner Abuse: The Women s Empowerment (WE) Project- $10,000 (funded by National Institute of Mental Health and Columbia University) Michele Rountree, Principal Investigator Co-Evaluator The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work Model Cities of El Paso El Paso Healthy Marriage Project- $39,350 (funded by the Administration for Children and Families) Elizabeth Pomeroy, Project Evaluator Consultant The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work HIV/AIDS Prevention Intervention for Women Who Have Experienced Intimate Partner Abuse- $20,000 (funded by The Center for Health Promotion & Disease Prevention in Underserved Populations) Michele Rountree, Prinicpal Investigator TEACHING EXPERIENCE 2012 Baylor University School of Social Work Lecturer Undergraduate Level Social Work Practice III: Generalist Practice with Organizations and Communities Graduate Level Introduction to Advanced Internship III- Community Practice Concentration Administrative Practice in Social Work

3 Runnels The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work Assistant Instructor Undergraduate Level Human Behavior and Social Environment Introduction to Social Work and Social Welfare The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work Teaching Assistant Undergraduate Level Undergraduate Seminar: Separating Fact From Fiction in Mental Illness Graduate Level Strategic Partnerships and Collaborative Leadership Foundations of Social Justice Clinical Assessment and Differential Diagnosis PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT 2011 Summer Research Workshops on Spirituality and Health. Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC. with Harold G. Koenig, MD, MHSc Designing, Testing and Disseminating Effective Behavioral Interventions. Society for Social Work Research, Tampa, FL. with Nabila El-Bassel, PhD 2010 Summer Doctoral Training Workshop on African American Aging Research. University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI. with Robert Taylor, PhD 2010 UT Center for Teaching and Learning, Lecturing Series, The University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX. PEER REVIEWED JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS Alawiyah, T., Bell, H., Pyles, L., Runnels, R., (2011). Spirituality and faith-based interventions: Pathways to disaster resilience for African American Hurricane Katrina survivors. The Journal of Religion and Spirituality in Social Work. 30(3), Fowler, D., Faulkner, M., Learman, J., Runnels, R., (2011). The Influence of spirituality on service utilization and satisfaction for women residing in a domestic violence shelter. Violence Against Women.17(10), ENCYCLOPEDIA ENTRIES McCoy, P., Runnels, R. (in press). Impact on social functioning. In J.L. Postmus (Ed.), Encyclopedia of Sexual Violence and Abuse. Santa Barbara, CA: ABC-CLIO.

4 Runnels 4 BOOK CHAPTERS Runnels, R., Stauber, M., (2011). Today s Best Pastoral Care: Church-based Mental Health and Social Programs. In C. Franklin, & R. Fong (Eds.), The Church Leader s Counseling Resource Book. New York: Oxford University Press. IN REVISE AND RESUBMIT STATUS Runnels, R. (in revision) Conceptual and theoretical frameworks for integrating spirituality into practice interventions for spiritually-oriented women. Social Work. UNDER REVIEW Runnels, R. (under review). Addressing the spiritual needs of HIV-positive African American women with co-morbid disorders: An opportunity for culturally relevant service delivery. Journal on Social Service Research. Rountree, M.A., Mancoske, R., Mulraney, M, & Runnels, R. (under review). Friendship influence: Translating HIV knowledge into condom usage among African-American female college students. Journal of Black Psychology. IN FINAL PREPARATION Runnels, R. (in progress). Identifying spiritual markers in African American HIV positive women. Runnels, R. (in progress). Critical components: A review of interventions designed for comorbid HIV positive women. McRoy, R. & Runnels, R. (in progress). African American Children and Families. In Fong, R., Dettlaff, A., James, J. & Rodriguez, C. (Eds.), Eliminating Racial Disproportionality and Disparities: Multi Systems Culturally Competent Approaches, New York, NY: Columbia University Press. Rodriguez, C., James, J., Runnels, R., & Fong, R., (in progress). Cross Systems Approach to Racial Disproportionality and Disparities. In Fong, R., Dettlaff, A., James, J. & Rodriguez, C. (Eds.), Eliminating Racial Disproportionality and Disparities: Multi Systems Culturally Competent Approaches, New York, NY: Columbia University Press. James, J., Rodriguez, C., Runnels, R., & Fong, R., (in progress). Working with Legislators and Promoting Legislative Mandates. In Fong, R., Dettlaff, A., James, J. & Rodriguez, C. (Eds.), Eliminating Racial Disproportionality and Disparities: Multi Systems Culturally Competent Approaches, New York, NY: Columbia University Press. Runnels, R. (in progress). From self-recovery to action: Examining social supports in the community based participatory research process.

5 Runnels 5 TECHNICAL REPORTS Rountree, M.A., Pomeroy, E., Goldbach, J., Runnels, R., Mulraney, M. (2010). Executive summary results and recommendations of evaluation efforts for the capacity building project to serve the mental health and substance abuse needs of HIV infected persons in Texas. Texas Department of State Health Services: HIV/STD Comprehensive Services Branch, Centers for Disease Control. Rountree, M.A., Pomeroy, E., Goldbach, J., Runnels, R (2010). Resource directory analysis: Capacity building project to serve the mental health and substance abuse needs of HIV infected persons in Texas. Texas Department of State Health Services: HIV/STD Comprehensive Services Branch, Centers for Disease Control. Rountree, M.A., Pomeroy, E., Goldbach, J., Runnels, R., Mulraney, M. (2010). Evaluation findings of focus groups with substance abuse and mental health providers: Capacity building project to serve the mental health and substance abuse needs of HIV infected persons in Texas. Texas Department of State Health Services: HIV/STD Comprehensive Services Branch, Centers for Disease Control. Rountree, M.A., Pomeroy, E., & Runnels, R. (2010). Third Quarter Progress Report On-Line Comprehensive Evaluation: ISTDI & PCRS Training. Texas Department of State Health Services: HIV/STD Comprehensive Services Branch, Centers for Disease Control. Rountree, M.A., Pomeroy, E., & Runnels, R. (2009). Second Quarter Progress Report On-Line Comprehensive Evaluation: ISTDI & PCRS Training. Texas Department of State Health Services: HIV/STD Comprehensive Services Branch, Centers for Disease Control. Rountree, M.A., Pomeroy, E., Runnels, R., & Learman, J. (2009). Capacity building project to serve the mental health and substance abuse needs of HIV infected persons in Texas analysis of previous HIV jurisdictions/providers needs assessments. Texas Department of State Health Services: HIV/STD Comprehensive Services Branch, Centers for Disease Control. Rountree, M.A., Pomeroy, E., & Runnels, R. (2009). First Quarter Progress Report On-Line Comprehensive Evaluation: ISTDI & PCRS Training. Texas Department of State Health Services: HIV/STD Comprehensive Services Branch, Centers for Disease Control. PEER REVIEWED PRESENTATIONS Runnels, R. (2012) Retracing your steps to map a guide for others: The journey to Get Lifted! 62 nd Annual North American Association of Christians in Social Work Convention. St. Louis, MO.

6 Runnels 6 Runnels, R. (2011) A theoretical framework for integrating spirituality into practice interventions: a case example of African American HIV positive women. 6th North American Spirituality and Social Work Conference. Washington, DC. Rountree, M., Goldbach J., Runnels, R., Learman, J. (2010) Screening and Treatment of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Needs of HIV-Infected Individuals in Texas: Key Component of HIV Care. National Alliance on Mental Illness Texas 26 th Annual State Conference. Dallas, TX. Alawiyah, T., Runnels, R., Bell, H., Pyles, L. (2010) Spirituality and Resiliency among Hurricane Katrina Survivors. International Conference on Spirituality and Social Work. Calgary, Canada. Runnels, R. (2010) Addressing the Spiritual Needs of HIV-Positive Women with Co-morbid Disorders: An Opportunity for Culturally Competent Services. 22nd Annual National Conference on Social Work and HIV/AIDS. Denver, CO. Rountree, M.A., Mancoske, R., & Runnels, R. (2010) Friendship influence: Translating HIV knowledge into condom usage among African-American female college students. 22nd Annual National Conference on Social Work and HIV/AIDS. Denver, CO. Runnels, R. (2010) Addressing the Spiritual Needs of HIV-Positive African American Women with Co-morbid Disorders: An Opportunity for Culturally Competent Services. Department of State Health Services 17 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. Rountree, M.A., Runnels, R., Learman, J. (2010) Capacity Building Project to Serve the Mental Health and Substance Abuse Needs of HIV Infected Persons in Texas: Analysis of Previous HIV Jurisdictions/Providers Needs Assessments. Department of State Health Services 17 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R. (2010) Promoting HIV Prevention within Faith Communities. Department of State Health Services 17 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R., Rountree, M.A. (2010) From self-recovery to action: Examining social supports in the community based participatory research process for African-American survivors of abuse. Center for Health Promotion and Disease Prevention Research Conference 2010 Health Literacy: Communicating with Underserved Populations. Austin, TX. Fowler, D., Faulkner, M., Learman, J., Runnels, R. (2009) The Influence of spirituality on service utilization and satisfaction for women residing in a domestic violence shelter. Fourth International Spirituality and Social Work Conference. Los Angeles, CA. Runnels, R. (2008) Cooperation and Coordination: The Road to Success. National Minority AIDS Council, HIV Prevention Leadership Summit, Detroit, MI.

7 Runnels 7 Runnels, R., Price. S., Temme, R. (2008) Basic Skills for Reaching African American Men and Women Through Faith-Based Community Outreach. Department of State Health Services 16 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R. (2007) Utilizing Faith Communities to Promote HIV Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment. National Minority AIDS Council, HIV Prevention Leadership Summit, New Orleans, LA. Runnels, R. (2006) Effective Interventions for African-American Women. Department of State Health Services 15 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R., Price, S., Temme, R. (2006) Utilizing Faith Communities to Promote HIV Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment. Department of State Health Services 15 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R., Noel, L. (2006) The Role of Spirituality in the HIV-Infected Woman. Department of State Health Services 15 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R. (2006) Integrating HIV Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment Messages into Traditional Church Settings. National Minority AIDS Council, United States Conference on AIDS, Hollywood, FL. Runnels, R., Price, S., Temme, R., Simmons, K. (2005) Integrating HIV Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment Messages into Traditional Church Settings. Texas HIV Connection Street Outreach Worker s Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R. (2004) The SISTA Project: An Intervention for African-American Women. Department of State Health Services HIV/STD Comprehensive Services, 14 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R. (2004) Integrating HIV Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment Messages into Traditional Church Settings. Department of State Health Services HIV/STD Comprehensive Services, 14 th Texas HIV/STD Conference, Austin, TX. GUEST LECTURES The University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work Austin, TX Social Work Practice with Groups- Application of Group Work Concepts Social Work Research Methods- Qualitative Research Methods Strategic Partnerships and Collaborative Leadership- Leadership within a Strategic Partnership/Collaborative Relationship Foundations of Social Justice- Religious Oppression and Anti-Semitism

8 Runnels 8 Social Work in Health Care- Chronic Illness, Living with HIV/AIDS, Community and Faith-based Organizations in Health Care, Spirituality and Health Care Human Behavior and the Social Environment- The Spiritual Person Undergraduate Seminar: Separating Fact from Fiction in Mental Illness- Understanding the Schizophrenic Mind PhD Colloquium- HIV/AIDS Prevention Intervention for Women Who Have Experienced Intimate Partner Abuse Loss and Grief: Individual, Family and Cultural Perspectives- HIV/AIDS: Termination as a Loss Social Work Practice with Groups- Foundation Methods and Specialized Methods African American Families- Connecting Spirituality and Social Work Practice in the African American Community Huston-Tillotson University Austin, TX Community Health Advocate Training and Education Initiative- HIV and Mental Illness Community Health Advocate Training and Education Initiative- HIV and African Americans PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS Runnels, R. (2011) Looking Beyond the Numbers. National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Keynote Speaker. Jackson State University Southern Institute for Mental Health, Advocacy, Research, and Training, Jackson, MS. Runnels, R. (2010) Principles, Patterns, and Strategies: A Roadmap for Success. Plenary address at the Regional Forum on HIV/AIDS and Black Women in Texas, Houston, TX. Runnels, R. (1999) HIV Awareness and Prevention for Teens. Workers Assistance Program, Peer Assistance and Leadership Conference, Austin, TX. Runnels, R. (1998) Communication, Negotiation, and Assertiveness Skills Training. Workers Assistance Program, Peer Assistance and Leadership Conference, Lubbock, TX.

9 Runnels 9 FELLOWSHIPS, SCHOLARSHIPS & COMPETITIVE AWARDS Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Fellow, Council on Social Work Education Minority Fellowship Program 2011 John Templeton Foundation Scholarship, Center for Spirituality, Theology, and Health, Duke University Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Fellow, Council on Social Work Education Minority Fellowship Program Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Fellow, Council on Social Work Education Minority Fellowship Program Louis E. DeMoll Endowed Presidential Scholarship, University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work Diversity Mentoring Fellow, The University of Texas at Austin Graduate School Diversity Mentoring Fellowship Program 2000 Minority Students in Chemical Dependency Scholarship, Gulf Coast Addiction Technology Transfer Center, The University of Texas at Austin CLINICAL/ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE July July 2008 October July 2006 Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX Contract Manager Facilitated and ensured the delivery of financial and programmatic technical assistance and training to local health departments and governments contracting with DSHS. Initiated contract amendments, renewals, and procurement processes Facilitated planning meetings, set timelines, and developed requests for proposals and applications for contractor solicitation. Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX Development Specialist Established program goals, objectives, guidelines, work plans and timelines for evaluation activities, budget requests, and development processes. Facilitated cross-divisional meetings to produce multi-million dollar federal grant applications. Maintained liaison with federal project officers and fiscal officers. Served on National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors (NASTAD) African-American Prevention Workgroup.

10 Runnels 10 April September 2005 November Present April December 2007 September April 2003 January August 2001 Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX Field Operations Consultant Provided technical assistance to state and federal prevention grantees. Conducted program reviews on categorical budgets and program objectives. Facilitated contract development and negotiation. Collaborated to develop guidelines and standards and evaluation methods for programs. TrinityVision Consulting, Austin, TX Founder Provide technical and capacity building assistance to community-based, faith-based and non-profit organizations. Develop and offer faith-based curricula for adults and adolescents on topics such as self-esteem, team-building skills, leadership skills, abstinence, HIV and substance abuse prevention. Facilitate support groups and trainings for special needs populations. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Sisters Informing Sisters on Topics of AIDS (SISTA) Project National Training Partner Conducted 4-day Community Facilitator Trainings on CDC approved HIV prevention intervention for African American women. Provided technical assistance to SISTA Project providers throughout the State of Texas. Workers Assistance Program Texas HIV Connection, Austin, TX HIV Training Specialist Designed, developed, revised, and implemented numerous training materials and activities to meet the needs of special populations. Provided technical support and training on STDs, Hepatitis C, prevention counseling, substance abuse treatment planning, HIV service planning, stages of change, and motivational interviewing. Managed and coordinated the training of adults and adolescents within the State of Texas. Delivered over 700 hours of adult and adolescent courses. Austin/Travis County Mental Health and Mental Retardation, Austin, TX HIV Early Intervention Case Manager (Intern and Full-time Employee) Case managed clients with HIV, mental illness, substance abuse, and/or recent incarceration. Linked clients to medical care, ancillary services, counseling services and drug treatment. Served as liaison between agency and other community based organizations to ensure quality of services and continuity of care.

11 Runnels 11 March September 2000 November October 2000 January May 1999 August December 1998 Maintenance and Recovery Services Austin, TX Counselor Utilized harm reduction model with clients on methadone maintenance. Formulated treatment plans using systems and psychosocial theories focused on relapse prevention and biochemical processes of opiate addiction. Performed intake casework, case management and referral. Austin/Travis County Health and Human Services, Austin, TX Public Health Program Specialist Conducted health risk assessments for diverse populations in various settings. Collaborated with other agencies in outreach to targeted populations. Provided supportive counseling and crisis intervention. Austin Recovery Center, Austin, TX Substance Abuse Counselor (Intern) Formulated treatment plans using 12-step based recovery philosophy Provided individual counseling sessions Provided case management to female clients in residential treatment Co-facilitated daily process groups for clients Caritas of Austin, Austin, TX Re-entry Program Case Manager (Intern) Assisted homeless and indigent individuals in locating stable and affordable housing Conducted individual counseling sessions Provided case management services CONSULTANCIES 2012 Curriculum Developer and Trainer HIV/AIDS Literacy Outreach Corps Austin, TX 2011 Facilitator AIDS Services of Austin, Austin, TX Women Rising Project Needs Assessment Lead and Technical Assistance Provider Texas Department of State Health Services, Austin, TX Regional Forum on HIV/AIDS and Black Women in Texas 2010 Evaluator The Wright House Wellness Center, Austin, TX Stop the Cycle- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration

12 Runnels 12 SERVICE ACTIVITIES National 2012 Social Work- A journal of the National Association of Social Workers Consulting Editor 2006 National Alliance of State and Territorial AIDS Directors African-American Prevention Workgroup Member State Department of State Health Services Regional Forum on HIV/AIDS and Black Women in Texas DSHS Central Office team lead, Planning Committee member and Technical Assistance consultant Local 2012 Waco Disproportionality Committee Waco, TX Member Present House of Power Outreach, Round Rock, TX Praise and Worship Ministry Director, Youth Ministry Leader, Women s Ministry Worker and Sound Ministry Worker Present AIDS Services of Austin/Women Rising Project Advisory Board member, Support Group Facilitator, Peer Educator and Trainer, and Curriculum Developer Black Faith-Based Health Initiative (formerly the Black Church Outreach Project) Austin, TX Assistant Coordinator Austin Area Comprehensive HIV Planning Council Austin, TX Allocation and Evaluation Committee Member African-American HIV AIDS Task Force Austin, TX Strategic Planning Committee Vice Chair Wright House Wellness Center Board of Directors, Austin, TX Programs and Services Committee Co-Chair Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Austin Alumnae Chapter Physical and Mental Health Committee Co-Chair

13 Runnels 13 University 2012 Baylor University School of Social Work Field Education Advisory Council Member 2012 Baylor University School of Social Work Evaluation and Accreditation Committee Member 2006 University of Texas at Austin School of Social Work Alumni Mentoring Project for Students of Color Mentor AFFILIATIONS National Association of Social Workers North American Association of Christians in Social Work Council on Social Work Education Society for Social Work Research National Network to Eliminate Disparities in Behavioral Health Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.