Brigette Fairchild-Leazenby
Bristol,IN
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at 1st-Kids adept at enhancing team efficiency and performance. Skilled in administrative leadership and fostering supportive environments, successfully navigated office operations through the COVID-19 pandemic. Excels in staff development and stakeholder engagement, embodying determination and empathy in equal measure.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Cluster B First Steps Director
1st-Kids
05.2016 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Identified and communicated staff needs to Executive Director
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Successfully meet timelines during the COVID 19 pandemic
- Seamlessly transitioned to a paperless system within a very short amount of time
First Steps Intake Coordinator Supervisor
United Health Services & 1st Kids
01.2001 - 05.2016
- Effectively trained and mentored new staff
- Maintained ongoing outreach with community NICUs and acted as liaison between First Steps and the NICUs
- Completed onboarding paperwork with new staff.
- Facilitated monthly team meetings
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Successfully supported 10-15 Service Coordinators and 2 Administrative Assistants.
First Steps Intake Coordinator
ADEC Industries & United Health Services
10.1998 - 01.2001
- Worked in partnership with families in their home to complete the enrollment form and IFSP paperwork.
- Identified supports, education/information, community resources, and various treatment options to families.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Determined eligibility by gathering medical information and scheduling a First Steps evaluation.
- Served as a link with First Steps, CSHCS, and Hoosier Healthwise
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN07.1994
Skills
Determined Leader
Focused
Respectful and supportive
Resourceful
Ability to run a team without being onsite
Creating environment for results to happen
Ability to lead
Timeline
Cluster B First Steps Director
1st-Kids
05.2016 - Current
First Steps Intake Coordinator Supervisor
United Health Services & 1st Kids
01.2001 - 05.2016
First Steps Intake Coordinator
ADEC Industries & United Health Services
10.1998 - 01.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Purdue University
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