PAULA LOGAN
Douglasville,GA
Summary
SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE Successful Company Owner with 20 years plus experience, in staff & children's education, retention, recruitment, client relationship and account management. Built horizontal and vertical connections to improve professional relationships with vendors and clients. Experienced Georgia Board License Professional Christian Counselor with a diverse background in counseling children, young adults and families with an emphasis in education, seminars, leadership, recruiting staff, mentoring staff/training, building community relationships. THERAPIST / COUNSELING / LIFE COACHING Over 20 years. Valued communicator with innovative ideas, dedicated to meeting goals and exceeding expectations Knowledge and understanding of preparing reports, and clinical notes, primarily through modalities, such as, CORE, BIRP and IFI and more. Also, built and maintained successful collaborations w/mainstream political affiliations, clinical research partnerships, educating boards and more. Also, served as a board member for several business ventures.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
Work History
Administrative Manager/Lead Educator/Therapist
Reading World Academy
Decatur, GA
2021 - Current
- Monitored budgets and expenditures to ensure cost-effectiveness while maintaining quality standards
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures
- Assessed team member's skillsets and assigned tasks accordingly for optimal efficiency
- Established and monitored KPIs to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement
- Instructed students in basic literacy, math, science, social studies, health, art, music, physical education, and other related areas
- Communicated regularly with parents regarding their child's progress
Therapist/Life Coach
Dr Paula J's Center For Healing
Clarkston, GA
02.2008 - Current
- Responsible for, recruiting, onboarding, hiring, training and evaluating primary and supplemental staff and recommend personnel actions for programs and services
- Engaged in regular consultations with parents and staff, fostering a supportive environment for addressing students' behavioral or learning challenges, while vigilantly overseeing their progress
- Recruited team-oriented candidates and implemented new training practices, leading to reduced personnel turnover and promoted employee development
- Motivated employees to consistently improve performance through company-wide incentive plans
- Designed, implemented and evaluated multiple strategies including developmental outreach programs, presentations, workshops and other interactive activities to facilitate patient development
- Met regularly with other counselors to assess individual cases and coordinate counseling services
- Managed caseload of 30-40 patients with substance dependence and co-occurring Axis I, Axis II & Axis III disorders
Therapist/Life Coach
Logan Enterprises
Snellville, GA
02.2014 - 10.2020
- Diagnose mental health, emotional and substance abuse disorders
- Chart and record information in client files
- Record comprehensive patient histories and coordinate treatment plans with multi-disciplinary team members
- Served as lead clinician for patients with bipolar, depression, anxiety and personality disorders
- Reference and use various therapy techniques, including psychodynamic, family systems, cognitive behavioral and lifespan integration psychotherapy
- Works closely with local churches, community leaders and companies within the community to assist in providing aid for students
- Connected clients with available resources to improve plan success
- Recorded client information on special flow sheets, accurately indicating suicidal precautions, sleep flow and restraints
Development / Event Officer / Recruiter
Raymond Boyce Foundation
Decatur, GA
01.2008 - 12.2016
- Directed the establishment of community event center's online visibility, coordinated public relations and social media efforts, and strengthened event communications reaching 1000 to 4500 potential participants
- Recruited, trained and developed volunteer staff as well as paid staff
- Monitored training costs to ensure budget is not exceeded and prepared budget reports to justify expenditures
- Verified applicant references and employment details
- Provided guidance to managers and staff on the implementation of human resources policies, procedures, programs and labor relations
- Generated specific candidate pool for career opportunities through strategic placement of advertisements, evaluation of applicant credentials, and conducting initial interviews and pre-screening assessments
Director / Recruiter / Trainer
Lottery
Decatur, GA
03.1999 - 10.2008
- Managed daily operations while overseeing multiple locations to foster increased productivity
- Worked with team leaders to arrange schedules based on production requirements and available resources
- Trained and managed team of developers and discussed issues to provide resolution and apply best practices
- Served as tireless school resource, which enabled development of lasting relationships with students, parents and guardians
- Promoted professional growth of teachers and staff by implementing LEADERSHIP WORKSHOPS and providing guidance
- Compiled and produced qualified candidates' information for hiring manager review and liaised between parties to coordinate formal, management interviews
- Facilitated new employee orientations to foster positive team attitude
Education
BSN/MSN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner -
Chamberlain University
Atlanta, GA08.2026
Fastrack Clinical Research -
Atlantic City
GA01.2018
Diploma Medical L Assisting -
Bauder College
Atlanta, GA01.2008
PhD Clinical Christian Psychology -
Jacksonville Theological College
Jacksonville, FL01.2008
College Certified Nursing Asst. CNA -
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
Clarkston, GA01.2006
CDA Child Development CDA -
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA01.1999
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Financial Management
- Operations Management
- Marketing
- Policy Implementation
- Workforce Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Team Leadership
- Cross-functional team management
- Project Management
- Staff Training and Development
Certification
- Clinical Christian Psychologist & Therapist License
- Pastoral Counseling License
- CDA (Child Development Associate Credential)
- Clinical Research Credential
Accomplishments
- Honor Student
- Top Seller in Retail Management and Marketing (Allstate Insurance Agent)
- Promoted to Enhancement Professional and Coordinator (Private Industry Council)
- Awarded Medallion for Accomplishments as a "FOOT-SOLDIER" from the PRESIDENT OF "SCLC"
- Asked to serve as Board Member to a Multidimensional Medcare Program & an Up and Coming Educational Charter Facility.
Activities
Georgia Board of Christian Counselors, Alumni Women of Distinction, National Register of Professional Women .
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Actress, Singer, Dancer, Performance Artist
I am a Model, I have been in more several motion pictures and traveled as a principal stage Artist of which I won the "Best Comedic Artist." I have been also known for my work as a humanitarian due to roles pertaining to civil rights I love Karaoke and Performing Jazz/Inspirational Tunes. I am a fine artist as well as I just love to perform.
Timeline
Administrative Manager/Lead Educator/Therapist
Reading World Academy
2021 - Current
Therapist/Life Coach
Logan Enterprises
02.2014 - 10.2020
Therapist/Life Coach
Dr Paula J's Center For Healing
02.2008 - Current
Development / Event Officer / Recruiter
Raymond Boyce Foundation
01.2008 - 12.2016
Director / Recruiter / Trainer
Lottery
03.1999 - 10.2008
BSN/MSN Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner -
Chamberlain University
Fastrack Clinical Research -
Atlantic City
Diploma Medical L Assisting -
Bauder College
PhD Clinical Christian Psychology -
Jacksonville Theological College
College Certified Nursing Asst. CNA -
Georgia Piedmont Technical College
CDA Child Development CDA -
Georgia State University