James Akwarandu. MBA. Ph.D.
Program Director, Community Support Services. at Melwood Horticultural Training Center- Claim this Profile
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Jeff Lawson
James has become a good firend. He is a very hard and concientious worker. He tends to put the well-being of others first and truly works to make a difference, not just and income. I would recommend him to any employer in his line of work.
Jeff Lawson
James has become a good firend. He is a very hard and concientious worker. He tends to put the well-being of others first and truly works to make a difference, not just and income. I would recommend him to any employer in his line of work.
Jeff Lawson
James has become a good firend. He is a very hard and concientious worker. He tends to put the well-being of others first and truly works to make a difference, not just and income. I would recommend him to any employer in his line of work.
Jeff Lawson
James has become a good firend. He is a very hard and concientious worker. He tends to put the well-being of others first and truly works to make a difference, not just and income. I would recommend him to any employer in his line of work.
Credentials
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Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
Red HatSep, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Melwood
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Program Director, Community Support Services.
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Apr 2014 - Present
■ Experienced in analyzing, planning, and delivering health program services that offer efficiency and effectiveness to customers with an ability to investigate, evaluate and propose solutions to reducing the rate of incident reports. ■ Experienced in program oversight, evaluation, and planning with responsibility for budget review for new customers in the community development and personal support programs. ■ An expert in qualitative and quantitative research methods, performing program support and analysis with strong documentation experience and an ability to interpret high-level memos, papers, and policy guidelines. ■ Conducted studies and research related to program development and risk mitigation in other to improve program planning and performance. ■ Experienced in Administrative and contract management with expertise in assessing deficiencies and unnecessary waste, leading to proper utilization of program funds. ■ Experience reviewing technical reports, protocols, and other key documents with the ability to write briefing documents. Show less
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Trellis Services
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hunt valley
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Family Consultant/case manager
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Mar 2012 - Present
■ Experience providing behavioral support consultation for families with expertise in de-escalation and abuse reduction techniques as demonstrated by the maintenance and management of 10 family cases. ■ Subject matter expert on cultural competency training with the ability to design and deliver high-quality fit-for-purpose clinical step-by-step guide documents leading to a better understanding of the needs of vulnerable adults and clients. ■ Ability to monitor and conduct home visits with an in-depth understanding of Program analysis, evaluation, and interpretation of state waiver requirements. ■ Extensive experience in applied behavioral analysis with an ability to provide effective customer service leading to effective management of customer complaint Show less
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Melwood
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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ESS Case Manager
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Oct 2012 - Apr 2013
■ Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams with expertise in keeping company databases secure, as demonstrated by the maintenance and of over 50 customers' health information records. ■ Dedicated case manager who contributes to cross-departmental teams and with an ability to learn procedures and protocols quickly with minimal supervision. ■ Dedicated team player with expertise in collaboration and cooperation relevant to the needs of the organization leading to successful program outcomes for the customers on the caseload. Show less
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Spectrum Academy
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Education Administration Programs
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100 - 200 Employee
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Behavioral Intervention Counselor
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Aug 2010 - Aug 2012
Demonstrates active leadership role in the implementation of the school-wide/classroom Positive Behavior Support (PBS) program. Assist in overall program development- including developing proactive strategies, modeling behavioral interventions for staff and conducting behavioral trainings. Assist classroom staff teacher, instructional aides and 1:1’s on the development of behavioral strategies. Demonstrates active leadership role in the implementation of the school-wide/classroom Positive Behavior Support (PBS) program. Assist in overall program development- including developing proactive strategies, modeling behavioral interventions for staff and conducting behavioral trainings. Assist classroom staff teacher, instructional aides and 1:1’s on the development of behavioral strategies.
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St. Patrick School
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Religious Institutions
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200 - 300 Employee
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Youth Program Coordinator
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Jun 2008 - Aug 2009
Organized and managed a youth program for a thirty kids. ● Managed and lead a team of volunteers to coordinate youth program. ● Oversaw excursion trips and budgeting issues. ● Worked in collaboration with Administration and Pastoral Care Department at facility to guarantee the pastoral, and ethical well-being of a 100-resident and staff community. ● Visited with patients & families, counseling them on effective strategies to guide youths. ● Executed responsibilities efficiently and pastorally in a professional and respectful manner Show less
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Education
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2016 - 2022
Walden University
Ph.d Health Services, (Healthcare Administration) -
2013 - 2014
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Health/Health Care Administration/Management -
2011 - 2013
UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND UNIVERSITY COLLEGE
Master of Science, M.Sc- Health Care Administration -
2010 - 2010
BLOOMBERG SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH (Johns Hopkins)
Certificate of training, Psychology -
2006 - 2010
ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY – Baltimore, MD
Master of Arts, Counseling/ Religious Studies
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