Honor Society® member
Nikita Warfield-Owens
- Youngstown State University
- Bachelor's of Social Work
- Class of 2026
- Warren, OH
Member since January 2026
About
My name is Nikita Warfield-Owens, and I am a dedicated Behavioral Health and Wellness professional and current student at Youngstown State University, maintaining a cumulative 4.0 GPA. I am deeply committed to service, advocacy, and holistic approaches that promote mental, emotional, and community wellbeing.
With a background in Behavioral Health & Wellness Coordination and an Associate of Arts degree from Eastern Gateway Community College, I bring both practical experience and academic excellence to my work. My professional journey has been shaped by a passion for empowering individuals and families through strengths-based, person-centered support that fosters dignity, resilience, and lasting change.
In addition to my professional experience, my volunteer leadership in youth development and family-focused organizations has strengthened my collaborative skills and reinforced my commitment to equity, community engagement, and ethical practice. I approach every opportunity with compassion, cultural awareness, accountability, and a strong belief in the power of supportive relationships to improve outcomes.
I am driven by the desire to create safe, inclusive environments where individuals feel heard, respected, and empowered to take an active role in their health and wellbeing.
Education
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Youngstown State University
Social Work
2025 – 2026
Goals and interests
- Career goal
Continued work in the Social Work field with a focus on mezzo and macro practice. My goal is to advocate, promote, and facilitate systems level change in families and communities in my state.
- Graduate school interests
Current application for Masters of Social Work program with intent to pursue Doctorate.
- Outside the classroom
Reading, painting, spending time with family, and cooking
Experience
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Behavioral Health and Wellness Coordinator
Cadence Care Network 165 Park Ave Niles, Oh 44446
Jul 2025 – Feb 2026
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Prevention Specialist
COMPASS Family & Community Services 1960 County Line Rd Bldg 5 Mineral Ridge, Oh 44440
Mar 2020 – Jul 2025
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Chief Quality Officer
Masco Cabinetry 15535 S. State St. Middlefield, Oh 44062
Aug 2008 – Mar 2019
Volunteering
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Operations Team
Grace and Ground Recovery Coffee Shop
Feb 2026
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Co-Chairperson _Quality and Access Subcommittee
RISE Collaborative (Trumbull & Mahoning County)
May 2023 – Feb 2026
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Co-Chairperson
Alliance for Substance Abuse Prevention - Trumbull County Coalition
Mar 2021 – Feb 2026
Languages
- English (US) Advanced
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