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DERRICK L. SMITH

DERRICK L. SMITH

COLUMBUS,OH

Summary

Experienced with program coordination, project management, and stakeholder engagement. Utilizes strategic planning and execution to ensure project milestones are met. Knowledge of fostering team collaboration and enhancing operational processes to achieve optimal results.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Specialist

Advance DD Care, LLC
03.2018 - 01.2020
  • Assisted people with mentally/physical ill, physically injured, mentally or physically disabled as well as the elderly and fragile. Actively worked in home to help my clients with daily activities, such as bathing and bathroom functions, feeding, grooming, taking medications, as well as light housework. Supervised four houses and seven employees. Also, assisted my clients make and keep appointments with doctors, providing transportation, make and serve meals, make sure they take their medicine and serve as a companion for my clients.
  • Coordinated program activities to enhance service delivery and client satisfaction.

Director of Residential Services

A Charming Chance Healthcare, LLC
03.2023 - Current
  • Ensured that each client’s active treatment plan was consistently implemented and that documentation accurately reflected performance and/or services rendered. Completed quarterly audits on client’s home documentation and assessments. Provided ongoing assistance to professional and direct care staff regarding service delivery as well as lesson plans, pertinent documentation, programming and application of standards. Supervised assigned personnel, scheduled staff and administered detailed assignments, interviewed applicants, recommended employee disciplinary actions, evaluated employee performance, and implemented policies and procedures. Provided updated training information for staff members and participated in formal and informal in-service training. Assisted with the training of professional staff as deemed necessary to develop uniform procedures, instructional improvement and cooperation. Notified staff in assigned homes when necessary, training was to be scheduled and followed through to ensure it has been completed i.e. BCI -FBI checks, vehicle driving record checks, and abuser registry checks, but not limited to just those listed. Maintained compliance and correspondence with Lucas County Board of Developmental Disabilities and/or Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities of Ohio. Reviewed research and assessments for potential contracts/consumers. Executed inventory and purchasing supplies and equipment needed for programs and homes. Provided effective leadership and supervision on a consistent and daily basis.

Unit Manager

Heinzerling Community Development Facility
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facility protocols.

Youth Pastor / Pastor of Worship

New Bethel Church of God in Christ
01.2019 - 10.2023
  • Hired by the late Grammy Recording Artist Bishop Rance Allen I served under Bishop Rance Allen’s Ministry, focusing on leading and facilitating worship services, including music selections and planning, while pastoring and mentoring elementary, middle and high school students. I did program development, community engagement and faith bases initiatives and leadership training.
  • Mentored young leaders, enhancing their leadership abilities and confidence.

Virtual Assistant

Christian Life Ministries
03.2019 - 05.2023
  • Created, maintained, and scheduled appointments. Updated programming logs and coordinated the ministry’s virtual radio program online. Contacted web designer for continual updates. Executed communication via email and telephone. Maintained operational reports and social media pages. Coordinated travel arrangements and itineraries. Assisted with development and organization of large-scale events and activities with precise planning and time management. Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Google Suite.
  • Coordinated scheduling and logistics for events and meetings to enhance operational efficiency.

Family Engagement Specialist

Metro Nashville Public Schools
05.2013 - 08.2014
  • Worked alongside various families providing them accessibility to resources according to their various needs. Resources included housing/shelter, tutoring, employment, and food. Additionally, I offered counseling for students as well as their parents. The job was very rewarding in that I was able to partner and team up with sponsors/vendors eager to help the youth of Nashville in hopes to make a difference in their future.
  • Developed and implemented family engagement programs to enhance student support and participation.

Executive Secretary

Metro Nashville Public Schools Schwab Elementary School
01.2013 - 08.2014
  • Worked alongside principals, vice principals, and educators addressing school issues as well as maintaining the administrative office space. Organized meetings, maintained student records including attendances, developed classroom schedules, coordinated and attended school events, handled mail/ correspondences for the school, and typed notes, memoranda, calendars, as well as bulletins and reports. Answered telephone calls and worked with the parents of students in various ways to meet their needs. Provided oversight for the finances and budget of the school system including payroll. Supervised a staff of forty individuals as we worked as a team to ensure that the principal’s vision for the school was reached.
  • Managed scheduling and coordination of meetings for administrative staff.

Inventory Manager

Medical Necessities & Services, LLC
03.2008 - 01.2012
  • Developed and implemented efficient inventory tracking systems using advanced software solutions.
  • Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and reduce excess costs.

Education

High School - Business administration

Jesup W. Scott High School
Toledo, OH
06.1996

Business Administration - Business Administration

Nashville State Community College
Nashville, TN
05.2010

Skills

  • CPR/1ST- AID/AED – Certified Instructor at American Red Cross 2022-Present
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Timeline

Unit Manager

Heinzerling Community Development Facility
10.2023 - 12.2024

Director of Residential Services

A Charming Chance Healthcare, LLC
03.2023 - Current

Virtual Assistant

Christian Life Ministries
03.2019 - 05.2023

Youth Pastor / Pastor of Worship

New Bethel Church of God in Christ
01.2019 - 10.2023

Program Specialist

Advance DD Care, LLC
03.2018 - 01.2020

Family Engagement Specialist

Metro Nashville Public Schools
05.2013 - 08.2014

Executive Secretary

Metro Nashville Public Schools Schwab Elementary School
01.2013 - 08.2014

Inventory Manager

Medical Necessities & Services, LLC
03.2008 - 01.2012

High School - Business administration

Jesup W. Scott High School

Business Administration - Business Administration

Nashville State Community College

Hobbies and Interests

Hobby #1, Hobby #2, Hobby #3, Hobby #4

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