Experience

The Retreat

• United Kingdom
• Health, Wellness & Fitness

• Director

  • Jul 2023 - Present

  The Retreat provides a full-service emergency shelter for single adults and adults with their children who are experiencing domestic violence dating violence, sexual abuse, or stalking. At the shelter, survivors receive the support, planning, and connection to resources that they need in order to experience long-term safety and security for themselves and their children. Our purpose is to help ensure that each client has a realistic plan for long-term safety. The Retreat provides a full-service emergency shelter for single adults and adults with their children who are experiencing domestic violence dating violence, sexual abuse, or stalking. At the shelter, survivors receive the support, planning, and connection to resources that they need in order to experience long-term safety and security for themselves and their children. Our purpose is to help ensure that each client has a realistic plan for long-term safety.



MERCY CENTER MINISTRIES, INC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care

• Assistant Director of Operations

  • Jan 2022 - Present

  Work with the Operational Director to coordinate and supervise daily operations. Management of daily operations, which includes ensuring appropriate resource allocation. Coordinate and supervise daily work activities, preparation and prioritization of resident assignments and special projects. Assist in developing and implementing plans and goals for the department and residents. Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies. Monitor attainment of objectives. Distribute supplies. Implement daily activities which prepare the resident for independent living in consultation with the Operations Director, and in keeping with the need of the individual resident. Population Serviced: Homeless, Developmentally Disabled, Teen Pregnancy, Co-occurring Disorder Show less



Family Service League - Long Island

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Program Director

  • Jun 2021 - Mar 2023

  Responsible for general program oversight; staff hiring, training, scheduling and management; program documentation; and reporting and tracking program milestones and outcomes for 3 single adults homeless shelters all regulated by the Department of Social Services. Provide leadership in directing services and supports to all clients, ensure operational policies and procedures are being followed.

• Diversity and Inclusion Committee Member

  • Sep 2020 - Mar 2023

  •Build the capacity and competency to lead to a diverse workforce in alignment with the Agency’s Strategic Plan•Create opportunities for staff to provide feedback about organizational climate and culture• Formulate recommendations to maximize policies and practices impacting diversity and inclusivity• Create an environment that ensures equal access to opportunities for professional development and advancement•Identify and address emerging issues that can impact our diversity culture •Communicate diversity and inclusion best practices and initiatives to staff, and measure outcomes and progress Show less

• Program Coordinator

  • Jul 2020 - Jun 2021

  Responsibilities included hiring, training and supervising staff, overseeing daily operations of the shelter, acting as liaison to funding source, implementing program policies, conducting staff meeting, training staff on crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques. Knowledge of client benefits and service systems a must. Flexible schedule and strong leadership skills required.

• Adult Care Coordinator

  • Jul 2018 - Jun 2020

  Case Manager to meet the intensive needs of persons with behavior health, medical, and/or substance abuse diagnoses while meeting visit requirements required by the DOH for the Health Homes program. Specifically assigned to Health Home Plus clients who were the most intensive.

• Children's Care Coordinator

  • May 2016 - Jun 2018

  Case Manager for Children’s Care Coordination Program. Conducted home visits that offered care coordination to children and young adults with mental illness and/or chronic medical conditions while developing individualized planning and supports so clients could achieve their goals.

• Assistant House Director

  • May 2016 - Aug 2019

  General oversight of shelter for teenage mothers and single adults regulated by DSS. Population- Homeless, Developmentally Disabled, Teen Pregnancy, Co-occurring Disorder General oversight of shelter for teenage mothers and single adults regulated by DSS. Population- Homeless, Developmentally Disabled, Teen Pregnancy, Co-occurring Disorder



Harrison Hale Educational and Resource Center

• Program Coordinator

  • Jul 2014 - Jul 2016

  Assist with planning and coordination of after school programs and activities. Monitor implementation of program policies and practices. Work to keep programs on schedule, within stated budgets and functioning smoothly. Support program growth and development as necessary.

• Family Advocate and Youth Specialists

  • Aug 2010 - Jul 2014

  Coordinate family and community activities that stand-in strength, healthy living, and overall well-being. Liaison for Holiday community events and outreach center. Bring support in a case management style and act as a liaison between families, staff, the community, and other family-related services. Building relationships with families and providing overall coordination of services.