Anita Williams-Strong
Eloy,AZ
Summary
Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
Creative Labor Services
Casa Grande , AZ
06.2007 - Current
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
- Designed program implementation and maintenance plan.
- Oversee the program operations ensuring compliance with up to date State and Federal standards and guidelines.
- Developed and coordinated work and activities calendar to generate attendance and program efficiency.
- Identified types of work sites appropriate for the participating clients in conjunction with the organization's outcomes.
- Assisted with budget planning and reporting of financial activities, handling the purchase of supplies as needed for the different work sites.
- Directed events to coordinate activities and organized promotion and marketing of the events and activities.
- Supported a dignified and caring atmosphere with clients, client's families, visitors and staff.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with diverse users, groups and governmental agencies.
- Collected and recorded data to measure program outcomes and client evaluation reports.
- Planned, implemented and monitored wellness and recreation programs to meet the specific needs of clients.
- Coordinated, supervised and implemented the program per organization policies and funding, maintaining quality assurance.
- Prepared and submitted reports timely in adherence with program requirements.
- Oversee the transportation department which make arrangement for clients to be transported to and from the program. Also the upkeep of the vehicle maintenance as required state regulation.
- Coordinated social, recreational and work sites including washing police department vehicles in Casa Grande and Eloy. Maintenance the city parks in the Casa Grande Parks and Recreation.
- planned and conducted activity programs to assist clients' abilities to thrive independently in the community.
- Ensured the clients' lives were enriched and developed through lessons in life skill and contact with the community.
- Provided programs and work sites that encouraged engagement and socialization to help support high quality of life.
- Documented work outcomes and client's interests, needs and concerns.
- Modified work sites to accommodate clients with different types of disabilities.
Direct Service Provider
DES - DDD
Casa Grande, AZ, AZ
09.2002 - 06.2006
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated with IEP meetings as scheduled. Run objectivities as written.
- Planned and conducted activity to assist clients' abilities in the community.
- Provided programs and events that encouraged engagement and socialization to help support high quality of life.
- Documented activity outcomes and clients' interests, needs and concerns.
- Facilitated community involvement by accompanying clients on outings in the community.
Residential House Manager
AIRES
Casa Grande, AZ
05.1999 - 09.2002
- Managed day-to-day operation of home to comply with regulations and agency standards.
- Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
- Coordinated holiday parties, cocktail parties and small gatherings for household.
- Modernized and improved operational procedures to increase productivity and profitability while tightly controlling costs.
- Developed and coordinated staff work schedules, timesheets, ISPP meetings, write BBP, Dr. appointments and family visits.
Education
Associate of Arts - Computer Science
Central Arizona College
Coolidge, AZ05.1986
Skills
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- First Aid/CPR
- Planning and Coordination
- Article 9
- Medication Administration Trainer
- Behavioral Building Plans
- DDD State Billing
- FOCUS
- Fingerprint Clearance
- Sandata Certified
- Validated Driver License
Timeline
Program Coordinator
Creative Labor Services
06.2007 - Current
Direct Service Provider
DES - DDD
09.2002 - 06.2006
Residential House Manager
AIRES
05.1999 - 09.2002
Associate of Arts - Computer Science
Central Arizona College