Benjamin Vogan
New Kensington,PA
Summary
Well-qualified Training Specialist adept at planning and implementing onsite and remote training programs. Authoritative and clear communicator with enthusiastic style and insightful approach.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Homebuilders Therapist
Pressley Ridge
01.2021 - Current
- Provide intensive in-home service to support re-unification or placement preservation that prioritizes safety
- Utilizing the spirit and strategies of Motivational interviewing to crisis management skills to support development and utilizing safety
- Teaching skills strategies to increase safe parenting.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions.
- Enhanced client well-being through personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication for effective therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care for clients with complex needs.
- Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing clients in distress and connecting them with necessary resources.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge through ongoing research, training, and participation in industry conferences and workshops.
Facilitator
University of Pittsburgh
01.2014 - Current
- Provide remote and in-person training for Pennsylvania Child Youth and Family caseworkers in developing skills and strategies to support positive outcomes for children and families.
- Utilized a Team Based Learning curriculum model that integrates online learning with an in-person teaming approach that emphasizes practice and professional feedback to improve skills.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Improved employee retention rates through engaging and interactive training sessions.
- Fostered a culture of continuous learning within the organization by promoting professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated 10-15 in person or remote training modules per year.
Family Based Supervisor
Pressley Ridge
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Created program procedures and expectations to effectively utilize electronic healthcare records to meet regulations that included of deadlines and documentation
- Assessed staff strengthens and supported professional development to support growth and development within the program during team and group supervision
- Developed procedures and trainings to support staff in managing suicidal behaviors
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
- Established performance metrics for the team, consistently tracking progress towards goals and making adjustments as needed.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization by promoting best practices for processes, tools, or technologies.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s Re-ed. Philosophy, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
- Streamlined operations for increased efficiency through regular process reviews and implementing necessary changes.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
Certified Mental Health Professional FBMH
Pressley Ridge
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Provide crisis management, case management, eco-systemic structural therapy, and advocacy for family to support families at risk for placement or mental health hospitalization.
Education
Master's - Education Early Intervention and Special Education
University Of Pittsburgh
01.2010
BA - English
York College of PA
01.2003
Skills
- Develop and implement strategic procedures within a team process to support meeting long term goals
- Training and utilizing Motivational Interviewing
- Creating and utilizing excel tracking sheets to manage deadlines and expectations
- Creating a culture of collaboration and teaming
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation requirements
- Group facilitation
- Multicultural Competence
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Decision-Making
Affiliations
- Unv. Pittsburgh Child Welfare Resource Center Diversity Task Force
Timeline
Homebuilders Therapist
Pressley Ridge
01.2021 - Current
Family Based Supervisor
Pressley Ridge
01.2015 - 01.2021
Facilitator
University of Pittsburgh
01.2014 - Current
Certified Mental Health Professional FBMH
Pressley Ridge
01.2011 - 01.2015
Master's - Education Early Intervention and Special Education
University Of Pittsburgh
BA - English
York College of PA
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