Rashida Dinehart

MSW ‘26 | Saint Louis University, School of Social Work

Former marketing pro turned social worker, I'm dedicated to empowering individuals, especially mothers, through their healing journeys. Having personally experienced the impact of grief, I bring empathy and understanding to my work. With a Master of Social Work, I aim to destigmatize mental health, address systemic inequities, and foster a more compassionate society. My background in marketing and volunteer work gives me a unique perspective to make a meaningful impact in the field.

Experience

  • MASTER OF SOCIAL WORK: CLINICAL CONCENTRATION, 2023 – 2026

    Saint Louis University, School of Social Work – St. Louis, MO

    Anticipated Graduation: December 2026

    BACHELOR OF JOURNALISM: STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION, 2008 – 2012

    University of Missouri, School of Journalism - Columbia, MO

    Minor: Business Administration

    Magna Cum Laude

  • SKILLS

    • Excellent Communication

    • Team Leadership Client

    • Management

    • Relationship Building

    • Cultural Humility

    • Problem Solving

    • Collaboration and Teamwork

    TRAINING

    • HIPPA

    • MO Mandated Reporter

    • EBBP

    • Suicide: Ask. Listen. Respond

  • FOUNDATION PRACTICUM
    Annie's Hope: The Center for Grieving Kids | St. Louis, MO | Aug. 2024 – Dec. 2024

      • Collaborate with multidisciplinary grief support staff to plan and execute grief support programs for children, teens, and families, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

      • Facilitate grief groups for children ages 8-10, providing direct emotional support and developing age-appropriate, 8-week curricula focused on coping strategies.

      • Support the coordination of grief groups, camps, and community events, providing hands-on assistance and ensuring successful program delivery.

  • DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SERVICE
    MediaCross, Inc | St. Louis, MO | Jan. 2022 – Jun. 2023
    • Led a team of five account strategists to provide exceptional client service.
    • Drove renewals and upsells across 25+ higher education clients by anticipating needs and offering creative solutions.

    LEAD STRATEGIST
    MediaCross, Inc | St. Louis, MO | Nov. 2019 – Dec. 2021
    • Managed multiple client accounts, directing teams to meet client goals.
    • Provided ongoing strategic recommendations to enhance client marketing plans.

    SENIOR ACCOUNT MANAGER
    Brighton Agency | St. Louis, MO | Jun. 2018 – Oct. 2019
    • Built and grew client relationships as the primary contact for key accounts.
    • Managed print and digital projects for a Fortune 500 agricultural company.

    MANAGER, MARKETING PLANNING
    Famous Footwear (Caleres) | St. Louis, MO | Sept. 2015 – May 2018
    • Oversaw seasonal planning for in-store and digital executions for a $1.6 billion company.
    • Negotiated joint marketing plans, resulting in an additional $7 million in net income.

    ACCOUNT MANAGER
    Paradowski Creative | St. Louis, MO | May 2014 – Sept. 2015
    • Rebranded a $15 billion agricultural company, including developing new brand guidelines and collateral.
    • Managed client projects from initiation to completion, ensuring on-strategy deliverables.

    ASSISTANT ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
    Brighton Agency | St. Louis, MO | May 2012 – May 2014
    • Managed an $8.7 billion healthcare company account to launch an ACA-approved plan.
    • Developed project estimates and handled monthly billing invoices.