Diligent Program Manager with strong background in program management. Successfully led cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within scope. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Manager
Merakey
08.2024 - Current
Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
Residential Program Manager
Eden Autism
08.2018 - 03.2024
Communicated regularly with guardians of residents, answering questions and addressing concerns.
Coordinated services and therapy for residents and managed attendance for scheduled appointments.
Responded to injuries, accidents and allegations of abuse and misconduct by following company policies and when appropriate, law enforcement.
Conducted daily inspections of building for security purposes and identified issues requiring immediate resolution.
Assistant Program Director
Friends of Cyrus
10.2013 - 08.2017
Assisted program manager with developing budget and schedule.
Facilitated strong relationships with community partners, collaborating on initiatives to improve program reach and impact.
Maintained accurate records related to client participation, progress tracking, and outcome reporting for internal use and external stakeholders.
Lead project teams towards successful completion of milestones within set timelines, enhancing overall program effectiveness.
Created a welcoming environment for participants by designing inclusive spaces that foster collaboration and learning opportunities.
Residential Supervisor
New Lisbon Developmental Center
05.2013 - 02.2017
Recognized changes in behavior indicating potential crisis situations and took immediate and appropriate action.
Handled conflict resolution among residents promptly and professionally, promoting a harmonious living environment for all parties involved.
Coordinated all staffing schedules and made sure that each shift had adequate coverage.
Maintained caring, supportive and safe environment for residents through careful monitoring and continuous oversight.
Behavioral Health Assistant
New Lisbon Developmental Center
08.2010 - 10.2016
Assisted clinicians in developing behavior modification strategies aimed at improving overall quality of life for individuals struggling with chronic mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of behavioral health assistance.
Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment that encouraged open communication and personal growth.
Implemented skill-building workshops geared towards empowering patients to take control of their mental health journey.
Medical Coder
Cenlar
02.2012 - 04.2015
Increased coding accuracy by diligently reviewing medical documentation and applying appropriate codes.
Resourcefully used various coding books, procedure manuals, and on-line encoders.
Reviewed patient charts to better understand health histories, diagnoses, and treatments.
Applied official coding conventions and rules from American Medical Association and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to assign diagnostic codes.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Central Pennsylvania College
600 Valley Rd, Summerdale, PA 17093
05-2010
High School Diploma -
Daylight Twilight High School
Trenton, NJ
06-2007
Skills
Problem-solving
Project management
Detail-oriented
Strategic planning
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 33 staff members.
Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) – Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Project Management Professional (PMP) - Project Management Institute.
AED for Adolescent/ Adult, Red Cross 2024-2026
First Aid/CPR certification(adult/adolescent)2024-2026