Aram Perry Jr.
Loves Park,USA
Summary
Transformational leader with over 10 years of experience supporting vulnerable children and families. Proven ability to build strong relationships through empathy and respect, leading to significant improvements in community outcomes. Committed to fostering positive change and enhancing service delivery in challenging environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Director of Child Protection
Illinois DCFS
05.2023 - Current
- Administered comprehensive child protective services across assigned areas, focusing on quality outcomes.
- Directed program activities while ensuring adherence to professional standards and regulations.
- Held accountability for performance metrics of all programs supervised in the region.
- Engaged with executive staff on key organizational matters including budgeting and hiring strategies.
- Influenced policy development processes to improve operational effectiveness of department.
- Facilitated coordination between departmental divisions and external organizations for resource optimization.
- Acted as full line supervisor, overseeing subordinate supervisory staff's performance evaluations.
- Advised on disciplinary actions concerning supervisory roles and investigative teams to uphold standards.
Area Administrator
Department of Children and Family Services
DeKalb, IL
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Enhanced overall operational efficiency by identifying areas of improvement and implementing targeted solutions in a timely manner.
- Improved office organization by restructuring filing systems and implementing a digital archive.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with various departments within the organization to achieve shared objectives efficiently.
- Provided both remote and local technical support for telecommunications protocols and network infrastructure troubleshooting.
- Enhanced communication between departments with the establishment of weekly meetings for better collaboration.
- Facilitated training programs for new staff members, ensuring smooth onboarding and integration into the workplace culture.
- Implemented performance evaluation processes, providing constructive feedback to staff members for continuous improvement.
- Supported senior leadership by preparing reports summarizing key operational data points necessary for informed decision-making processes.
- Developed office policies that improved workflow efficiency without sacrificing quality or attention to detail.
- Contributed to strategic planning initiatives by providing data analysis support and helping develop actionable goals based on insights from historical performance metrics.
Secondary Teacher (2019 Teacher of the Year)
Lake Marion Creek Middle School & Polk County School District
07.2018 - 05.2022
- Conduct assessment to determine student reading level.
- Establish annual goals and budget for programs.
- Led retention efforts in sustaining foster families.
- Supported and license foster homes including leading training sessions, follow-up, etc.
- Work with the lead agency to meet requirements set by the Department of Children and Families.
- Literacy Leadership Team Member/Polk County School District Student Achievement Outcomes Cadre Member
Director of Foster Care Licensing
One More Child
Lakeland, FL
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Proactively identified potential risks and implemented mitigation strategies to minimize negative impacts on projects or business operations.
- Optimized staff performance by designing comprehensive training programs tailored to individual needs.
- Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Boosted client satisfaction rates through exceptional relationship management and prompt resolution of issues.
CPI, CPI Supervisor, and Interim Program Administrator
Department of Children and Families
10.2014 - 11.2017
- Leads, plans, develops, and oversees the administration of comprehensive child protective services provided by DCF for assigned areas within Circuit 10.
- Maintains authority and accountability for the performance of all program activities within area of oversight.
- Provides input into the formulation and development of policies and procedures.
- Coordinates program services with other Departmental divisions and with other public and private agencies.
- Serves as full line supervisor of subordinate supervisory staff.
- Recommends and imposes discipline for supervisory, investigative and paired team casework, and clerical staff within realm of oversight.
- Supervise assigned staff engaged in the investigation of alleged child abuse, neglect, and/or abandonment by scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work to determine the degree of safety for children within the state's mandated timeframes.
- Providing professional development training and evaluating performance.
- Provide information and guidance to assigned staff related to case investigation, assessment, and determination and pairing with service providers.
- Establish, maintain, and review case management files and computer databases to provide accurate recording and availability of case information.
Houseparent
Florida Baptist Children Home
07.2014 - 10.2014
- Care for at-risk children and children placed within foster care system in a home-like environment.
- Responded to varied crisis situations and implement training techniques.
- Promoted organizational efforts through community public speaking events.
Education
Ph.D. - Business Administration/Public Administration
Northcentral University
Scottsdale, AZ02.2021
Master of Divinity - undefined
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama05.2012
Skills
- Management and supervision
- Leadership development
- Strategic planning
- Data analysis
- Project management
- Performance improvement
- Succession planning
- Team building
- Professional development
Accomplishments
- Child Welfare Data and Analytics
- The Unlearning of Child Welfare-Institute for Family
- 2019 Teacher of the Year
- Employee of Month- DCF
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Project Management
Timeline
Deputy Director of Child Protection
Illinois DCFS
05.2023 - Current
Area Administrator
Department of Children and Family Services
06.2022 - 05.2023
Secondary Teacher (2019 Teacher of the Year)
Lake Marion Creek Middle School & Polk County School District
07.2018 - 05.2022
Director of Foster Care Licensing
One More Child
11.2017 - 11.2018
CPI, CPI Supervisor, and Interim Program Administrator
Department of Children and Families
10.2014 - 11.2017
Houseparent
Florida Baptist Children Home
07.2014 - 10.2014
Ph.D. - Business Administration/Public Administration
Northcentral University
Master of Divinity - undefined
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - Social Science
University of Alabama at Birmingham