Debra Roane
Sandia Park,NM
Summary
Experienced in delivering strategic consulting services to enhance business operations. Utilizes in-depth industry knowledge and analytical skills to identify and implement effective solutions. Track record of building strong client relationships and driving measurable results.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
State Consultant
Military OneSource
01.2011 - 09.2025
- Conducted highly effective and innovative Military OneSource presentations for Service Members, families, and military and civilian leaders showcasing the full range of benefits and program resources.
- Trained and mentored 20+ new state consultants. Recognized by senior management as exceptional trainer and facilitator.
- Created innovative briefings and presentations. These included programming to assist children understand deployment, pre-deployment couples workshops, pre-reunion strategies for families and many others.
- Supported individual Service Members and families by locating resources and case managing complex life situations.
- Recognized by leadership as top-performer; exceeded metrics each of 14 years as State Consultant
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor/Case Manager
Human Services Outcomes
02.2005 - 01.2011
- Administered and interpreted vocational testing and independent living assessments.
- Prepared in-depth written psycho-social assessments.
- Coordinated and case managed rehabilitation services for Veterans within the Veterans Administration Vocational Rehabilitation Department.
- Promoted to New Mexico Program Manager, August 2010; responsible for all administrative and supervisory functions.
Program Manager
High Desert Family Services
07.1999 - 09.2004
- Supervised children and adult programs including therapeutic foster care, developmental disabilities, and traumatic brain injury (TBI).
- Supervised 20+ professional and clerical staff and 45 foster care and home-based providers. Led multi-disciplinary provider team.
- Initiated first TBI Crisis Interim program for distribution of over $800K funds yearly to 200 clients throughout New Mexico.
Patient Representative/Public Affairs Officer
Keller Army Community Hospital, United States Military Academy
08.1991 - 08.1994
- Initiated first Patient Representative program. Addressed patient inquiries and concerns, providing timely resolutions to enhance patient experience.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate patient care.
- Marketed hospital services through providing weekly newspaper column; published first eleven page hospital supplement.
- Awarded Department of the Army Superior Civilian Service medal.
Education
Master of Science - Counseling
LaSalle University
Mandeville, LABachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
LaSalle University
Mandeville, LASkills
- Training and presentation expertise
- Proven mentoring experience
- Strategic issue analysis and problem solving
- Strategic creative thinking and production
- Collaborative partner
Timeline
State Consultant
Military OneSource
01.2011 - 09.2025
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor/Case Manager
Human Services Outcomes
02.2005 - 01.2011
Program Manager
High Desert Family Services
07.1999 - 09.2004
Patient Representative/Public Affairs Officer
Keller Army Community Hospital, United States Military Academy
08.1991 - 08.1994
Master of Science - Counseling
LaSalle University
Bachelor of Science - Health Services Administration
LaSalle University