Carley Paris
Perkasie,PA
Summary
Experienced Program Director with 9 years of leadership in program development, staff management, and operational oversight. Skilled in strategic planning, financial forecasting, compliance, and relationship building. Adept at driving organizational goals, enhancing program quality, and fostering team development. Seeking to leverage expertise in a dynamic environment focused on impactful program delivery and operational excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director
New Directions for Young Adults
Deerfield Beach, FL
04.2017 - Current
- Developed and implemented comprehensive program strategies to achieve organizational goals and objectives
- Managed a team of 30 program coordinators, providing guidance, support, and performance evaluations
- Oversaw the planning, execution, and evaluation of all program activities and events
- Created budgets for programs, ensuring efficient allocation of resources while maintaining financial targets
- Established partnerships with community organizations to expand program reach and impact
- Led the development of program policies, procedures, and guidelines in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to provide updates on program progress and address any challenges or concerns
- Provided training for staff members to enhance their skills in delivering high-quality programs/services
- Ensured compliance with relevant laws/regulations governing the delivery of specific programs
- Monitored expenses related to each individual project/program within budgetary constraints
- Served as a liaison between different departments including clinical team and teams involved in implementing various aspects of a given project/program
- Developed and maintained a database of program participants, tracking their progress/outcomes over time
- Managed multiple programs simultaneously, ensuring each one met its objectives within established timelines
- Collaborated with external consultants/experts to enhance program quality and effectiveness
- Presented program updates/reports to senior management/board members as needed
- Cultivated relationships with donors/funders through regular communication/update reports etc
Behavioral Health Technician
Pheonix Recovery
Port St. Lucie, Florida
02.2015 - 01.2017
- Provided support in daily activities, promoting patient engagement and therapeutic interactions.
- Assisted in developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient needs.
- Monitored patient behavior and progress, documenting observations to inform care strategies.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure continuity of care and effective communication.
- Led group therapy sessions, facilitating discussions that fostered recovery-focused environments.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Delivered compassionate care under challenging circumstances, consistently demonstrating resilience and adaptability when faced with unexpected obstacles or setbacks in patient progress.
- Provided crisis intervention services, successfully de-escalating situations and ensuring patient safety.
- Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients.
- Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted skill-building, self-awareness, and healthy coping mechanisms.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups, and outings for clients.
- Adhered to strict confidentiality guidelines while managing sensitive patient information, maintaining privacy and trust among clients.
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Assisted patients in developing individualized goals for recovery and provided ongoing support throughout the process.
- Maintained detailed documentation of patient progress, enabling effective adjustments to treatment plans as needed.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans addressing each patient''s unique needs.
- Educated families on mental health conditions and available resources, empowering them to better support their loved one''s journey towards wellness.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Daycare Worker
Nurses and Kids
Wilmington, DE
03.2015 - 11.2015
- Supervised daily activities to ensure safety and wellbeing of children.
- Facilitated educational play sessions to promote cognitive and social development.
- Collaborated with parents to address children's needs and progress effectively.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment conducive to learning and play.
- Implemented health and safety protocols to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Evaluated children's developmental milestones, providing feedback to families on progress.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Assisted in creating a nurturing atmosphere by actively engaging with children through play, conversation, and care routines.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow staff members to create a cohesive team dedicated to providing top-quality childcare services.
- Increased parent satisfaction with regular communication about their child''s progress and daily experiences.
- Maintained compliance with all state licensing requirements and daycare policies to ensure a safe, secure environment for children under care.
- Developed age-appropriate activities and crafts to engage children.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University
07-2023
Skills
- Leadership
- Staff scheduling
- Conflict management
- Program development
- Administrative experience
- Training & development
- Financial forecasting
- Data management
- Communication skills
- Case management
- Organizational skills
- Supervising experience
- Policy & process development
- Crisis intervention
- Working with individuals with developmental disabilities
Certification
Driver's License
Timeline
Program Director
New Directions for Young Adults
04.2017 - Current
Daycare Worker
Nurses and Kids
03.2015 - 11.2015
Behavioral Health Technician
Pheonix Recovery
02.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Liberty University