Adrian Cartledge

Managed operations at four secure juvenile facilities

Managed around-the-clock care oversight for adjudicated youth in South Carolina.

• Facilitated communication between disputing parties.
• Developed and implemented conflict resolution strategies.
• Provided mediation services to individuals involved in disputes.
• Assisted with developing mutual understanding and agreement between conflicting parties.

• Sets vision and direction of Newberry County Department of Social Services in accordance with state and federal mandates.
• Supervise daily tasks within child welfare and economic services departments
• Evaluates performance of both managers and team members
• Developed administrative policies, services, and structures for enhanced performance of social service functions
• Determines types and levels of services to be provided and standards by which delivery will be evaluated.
• Justify and manage department's budget annually within approved guidelines
• Designed collaborative initiatives with partner agencies to bridge service gaps
• Evaluated state and federal regulations to ensure precise adherence

• Designed therapeutic program tailored for juvenile detention environment
• Implemented a job training program for youth entering back into society.
• Established initiatives to involve local partners in supporting young people.
• Secured American Correctional Association accreditation for 3 years.
• Established rapport and fostered relationships with Juvenile Court Judges.
• Established restorative measures aimed at curtailing inappropriate behaviors in the operational framework..

• Guided supervisors in employee management skills
• Aided in creating and structuring training manuals
• Planned and provided training and staff development programs.
• Evaluated training needs, designing new programs accordingly
• Coordinated continual training for team members
• Collaborated with leadership to gather insights on necessary improvements
• Coordinated on-the-job training programs
• Assessed effectiveness of training programs

• Monitored compliance with regulatory standards in youth program execution
• Executed comprehensive reviews of financial plans
• Delivered clinical expertise in mental health through supervision and staff training
• Implemented and provided feedback to improve policies and procedures.
• Provided necessary and prompt internal external data reports for adherence
• Collaborated with medical professionals on health and mental wellness concerns in risk management
• Coached staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge.

• Managed marketing initiatives and personnel training programs effectively
• Developed referral relationships within the state of Tennessee with several community-based programs and private providers.
• Facilitated staff growth through skills training
• Facilitated initial onboarding process
• Decreased staff turnover by 80% within 10 months.
• Increased successful placements by 70% within 6 months.
• Managed 100+ direct care staff within various mental health environments.
• Developed new programs and policies to align with the goals of the organization.
• Coordinated comprehensive care for more than 65 young individuals between ages 9 and 18
• Maintained appropriate and quality care while remaining under the annual budget.

Program Director (2007-2008),

Managed 100+ youth care staff and unit supervisors.
Screened, hired, coached, and supervised youth care staff.

Risk Management/Staff support.
• Completed quarterly and annual staff evaluations.
• Member of the interdisciplinary team.
Unit Coordinator (2005-2007)

• Provided direct supervision to 75+ youth care staff and unit supervisors.
• Managed administrative tasks related to staff employment
• Acted as mediator between service providers and Department of Mental Health
• Monitored staffing ratios to ensure compliance.
• Facilitated precise documentation of shift incidents
• Fostered a positive work environment atmosphere based on teamwork. Youth Care Staff Supervisor (2003-2005)
  • Supervised 72 residents, and 20+ direct care Staff.
  • Trained staff on medication administration.
• Modeled behavior, such as social skills, and facilitated group discussions.
• Ensured all license and legal standards of the work environment.