Danette Forward
Kihei,HI
Summary
Results-driven Mental Health Specialist offering expertise in crisis issues, demonstrated over 10 years of industry experience. Challenges clients to work toward healing and self-sufficiency while emphasizing personal strengths and milestones.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Admissions Counselor
Alternative To Meds Center
06.2021 - 11.2023
- Assisted in patient admission process based on federal and state laws.
- Completed preliminary paperwork for incoming and outgoing patients.
- Contacted prospective patients via email and phone calls.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase number of applicants.
- Established and maintained relationships with patients and families to increase awareness of admissions process.
Director of Community Outreach/Alumni
Diamond Tree Recovery
12.2018 - 02.2022
- Created and implemented community-based alumni programs to improve continuity of care and boost company culture
- Networked with local organizations, leaders and consumers, resulting in establishment of new and lasting partnerships and relationships
- Connected individuals with available and relevant resources
- Acted as main point of contact between management, clinical staffs and external community.
Physician Provider Relations Liasion
HCA
04.2017 - 05.2018
- Liaised between program manager and worksite supervisors regarding administrative and operating requirements
- Supported smooth program functioning by handling diverse organizational or administrative needs
- Fostered strong, positive relationships with key providers by coordinating, facilitating and leading partnership meetings and identifying on-site enrollment opportunities
- Initiated physician and hospital orientations to support ongoing education of health care provider community.
Director of Business Development
Lifeline For Youth
02.2014 - 05.2017
- Identified and pursued valuable business opportunities to generate new company revenue and improve bottom line profit
- Led change and transformation across business areas to deliver benefits and align company resources
- Coordinated innovative strategies to accomplish marketing objectives and boost long-term profitability
- Consistently exceeded quotas through penetration of new accounts.
Education
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science Parks, Recreation, And Leisure Studies -
University of Utah
06.1997
Associate Of Applied Arts Communications -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
06.1995
Skills
- Networking Events
- Alumni Relations
- Client Intakes
- Special Events
- Program Planning
- Public Relations Strategy
- Admission Procedures
- Salesforce Platform
- Crisis Management
- Resource Coordination
- Public Speaking
Timeline
Admissions Counselor
Alternative To Meds Center
06.2021 - 11.2023
Director of Community Outreach/Alumni
Diamond Tree Recovery
12.2018 - 02.2022
Physician Provider Relations Liasion
HCA
04.2017 - 05.2018
Director of Business Development
Lifeline For Youth
02.2014 - 05.2017
Bachelor Of Applied Arts And Science Parks, Recreation, And Leisure Studies -
University of Utah
Associate Of Applied Arts Communications -
Maricopa Community Colleges - Mesa Community College
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