Her Story
About Shanna
Shanna Greenawalt serves as a case manager for Early Head Start, a federally funded program in Cartersville, Georgia, where she has been employed since 2023. In this role, she manages the application and enrollment process for children, places them on waiting lists, and secures classroom spots. She conducts family meetings to help parents establish short- and long-term goals related to education, employment, and housing. Greenawalt coordinates community resources, including referrals to doctors and dentists, partnerships for car seats through the police department, and food assistance via collaborations with grocery stores and Love Ministries. Prior to her current position, she worked as a community engagement manager with South Familia and maintains involvement with the Paulding County Collaborative. She earned her bachelor's degree in human services from Southern New Hampshire University in May 2019. Greenawalt attributes her success to her dedication and genuine passion for making a positive impact in others' lives, while advising others to maintain clear communication, pursue work they are passionate about, and prioritize self-care to avoid burnout.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Shanna
01What do you attribute your success to?
My dedication and my desire to make a positive impact in other people's lives and my lifestyle.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Even though you're passionate, always make time for yourself to reload, because burnout professionals doesn't get the best results.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Always have clear communication. If the person doesn't feel that it's not for them to not continue, because it's not gonna work. If you're not passionate about your job, don't do it, because it's not gonna work.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
Sometimes the lack of knowledge in the community about available resources, and sometimes people don't want to be helped. I focus on the people who want to thrive.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Dedication. When you are passionate about something, it has to be genuine. You're there because you love the job, not for the money. My primary goal is to help my family thrive.
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