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Eric Fields

Richmond

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Child Welfare Executive with over 20 years of experience advancing from direct care roles to executive leadership. Founder and CEO of a licensed nonprofit child welfare agency and residential treatment center, with demonstrated expertise in program development, compliance, organizational growth, and strategic partnerships. Recognized for transforming programs, leading multidisciplinary teams, and delivering measurable outcomes for vulnerable children, youth, and families.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

President & CEO

Safe Haven Youth Ranch
10.2019 - Current
  • Provide executive leadership and oversight of a 32-bed Residential Treatment Center serving adolescent males with behavioral health needs.
  • Direct program development, staffing, and compliance with licensing and contractual standards.
  • Supervise a multi-disciplinary team, including 1 LCCA, 1 Treatment Director, 1 Program Manager, 1 Case Manager, 1 Facility Manager, 1 Administrative Assistant, 4 Shift Supervisors, and direct-care staff.
  • Strengthen service delivery through staff training, program evaluation, and adherence to best practices.

President & CEO (Founder)

Safe Haven Community Services
07.2001 - Current
  • Founded Safe Haven Adolescent Home, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit child welfare organization, licensed as a Child-Placing Agency (2004) and awarded a Residential Child-Care Contract by TDFPS (2005).
  • Provide executive leadership for organizational growth, strategic direction, and program oversight across multiple service divisions.
  • Ensure operational compliance, fiscal responsibility, and quality service delivery for foster care and adoption programs.
  • Supervise a diverse team of 20+ professionals and contractors, including administrators, case managers, trainers, and family specialists.
  • Maintain an annual census of 60–100 foster/adoptive homes and 120–200 children in care.
  • Cultivate partnerships with community stakeholders, government agencies, and funders to expand resources and impact.

Therapeutic Foster Parent

Homes for Good
06.2004 - 11.2005
  • Provided therapeutic foster care for adolescent males (ages 10–17) with significant mental, emotional, and behavioral challenges.
  • Collaborated with licensed counselors to implement individualized treatment plans.
  • Program Licensure: Therapeutic Foster Home | Census: 4

Therapeutic Foster Parent

Texas Mentors, Inc.
06.1997 - 06.2004
  • Delivered therapeutic foster care for high-needs adolescent males requiring intensive interventions.
  • Partnered with licensed professionals to support clinical and behavioral care plans.
  • Program Licensure: Therapeutic Foster Home | Census: 4

Director of Operations

Young Women of Character
06.2003 - 11.2003
  • Directed operations of a Residential Treatment Center for adolescent females, ensuring compliance and quality care.
  • Supervised staff, including 1 LCCA, 1 Supervisor, 10 Direct-Care Staff, and 1 Office Manager.
  • Oversaw program development, hiring, placement services, and client outcomes.
  • Program Licensure: Residential Treatment Center | Census: 13

Program Supervisor

AWARE, Inc.
02.1997 - 04.2001
  • Managed day-to-day operations for a 16-bed Residential Treatment Center serving adolescent males.
  • Supervised direct-care teams and coordinated interdisciplinary services.
  • Ensured licensing compliance, program evaluation, and quality improvement.
  • Supervised: 1 Direct-Care Supervisor & 12 Direct-Care Staff

Direct Care Supervisor

Byrd’s Therapeutic Foster Group Home, Inc.
06.1995 - 02.1997
  • Assisted Group Home Administrator in managing program operations and compliance.
  • Supervised 10 Direct-Care Staff and 1 Administrative Assistant.
  • Assumed full administrative responsibility in absence of LCCA.
  • Program Licensure: Therapeutic Foster Group Home | Census: 12

Direct Care Staff

Byrd’s Therapeutic Foster Group Home, Inc.
06.1994 - 06.1995
  • Provided daily care and supervision for youth with emotional and behavioral needs.
  • Supported life skills training, discipline, and educational development.
  • Program Licensure: Therapeutic Foster Group Home | Census: 12

Direct Care Staff

Gulf Coast Trade Center
08.1993 - 11.1994
  • Provided direct supervision and life-skills training for at-risk adolescents in a 60-bed Residential Treatment Center.
  • Supported trauma-informed care, discipline, and behavioral interventions.

Education

Diploma -

Waltrip High School
Houston, TX
01.1992

Skills

  • Executive Leadership & Strategic Planning
  • Foster Care, Adoption & Residential Treatment Operations
  • Behavioral Health & Trauma-Informed Care
  • Program Development, Licensing & Accreditation
  • Fiscal Accountability & Budget Oversight
  • Regulatory Compliance (DFPS & State Standards)
  • Staff Recruitment, Training & Supervision
  • Community & Stakeholder Partnerships
  • Problem Solving & Crisis Intervention
  • Negotiation & Collaborative Leadership

Timeline

President & CEO

Safe Haven Youth Ranch
10.2019 - Current

Therapeutic Foster Parent

Homes for Good
06.2004 - 11.2005

Director of Operations

Young Women of Character
06.2003 - 11.2003

President & CEO (Founder)

Safe Haven Community Services
07.2001 - Current

Therapeutic Foster Parent

Texas Mentors, Inc.
06.1997 - 06.2004

Program Supervisor

AWARE, Inc.
02.1997 - 04.2001

Direct Care Supervisor

Byrd’s Therapeutic Foster Group Home, Inc.
06.1995 - 02.1997

Direct Care Staff

Byrd’s Therapeutic Foster Group Home, Inc.
06.1994 - 06.1995

Direct Care Staff

Gulf Coast Trade Center
08.1993 - 11.1994

Diploma -

Waltrip High School

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