Donna Tolar Jarvis

*Ensured compliance with local, state and federal regulations

*Oversaw budgeting and financial management

*Developed policies and procedures

*Planned, directed and implemented daily activities ( lesson plans, special events, parties and trips ) to meet interests and developmental needs to a wide age range of clients.

*Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen relationships

*Managed administrative program tasks

*Maintained records of activities, behavior, needs and future focus.

* Worked highly flexible hours to include nights, weekends and holidays

* Implemented and helped create plans to enhance overall productivity of Family Support Centers on stateside and European USAF bases.

*Engaged in community outreach initiatives aimed at increasing awareness and useage of programs offered to the community

*Managed daily operation of center including scheduling, customer service, program implementation and safety protocols

*Planned activities, special events held at the center or in the outlying community.

*Conducted family support center groups focusing on initiatives such as local activities, health care, acclimation to european communities and other programs offered to military families .

*Facilitated referrals to community resources such as housing, employment, education and health care services.

*Assisted military family members obtaining employment on a US Military base.

*Used excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to interface with employeer and employees.

*Worked independently as well as in a team setting providing support and guidance as changing situations occurred.

* Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.