Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Motto
Committees
Communication Skills
Canning, Painting, Graphic Arts, Interior Designs, Floral Designs
Timeline
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Esther McNeill Reid

Mental Health Wellness & Recovery Skills, Teaching Skills, Administrative Skills, Teaching Ages 16-
Louisburg,N.C.
Esther McNeill Reid

Summary

Possess a solid knowledge of business and clinical-based practices related to outpatient services. Extensive experience in continuous quality improvement, creating safe environments, budgeting, program design, customer service, training, and development. A strong team player with success at building, mentoring, and leading highly effective individuals and organizations. Talented Program Director skilled in handling administrative, operational and outreach program functions. Wears many hats to accomplish dynamic objectives. Ready to apply 40 years of experience to new professional challenges with growth-oriented organization. Dynamic leader with proven track record of successfully managing projects and initiatives and achieving desired business objectives. Skilled in developing and executing strategies, managing budgets and resources, and leading cross-functional teams. Consistently produces tangible outcomes that exceed expectations. Creative professional offers proven track record of successful programming strategies. Results-driven individual leverages advanced strategies and tactics that drive viewership and revenue. Proficient in content analysis, budgeting and forecasting.

Overview

40
years of professional experience
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Metropolitan Behavioral Health Services
Lanham, Maryland

Program Director
05.2017 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Developed [Type] program from ground up, laying out framework, and defining roles.
  • Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
  • Maintained and updated project related documents.

Metropolitan Mental Health Service
Lanham, MD

Program Director
10.2015 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
  • Developed [Type] program from ground up, laying out framework, and defining roles.
  • Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
  • Maintained and updated project related documents.
  • Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
  • Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
  • Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.

Metropolitan Mental Health Service

Program Manager
01.2010 - 09.2015

Job overview

  • Met with project stakeholders on regular basis to assess progress and make adjustments.
  • Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
  • Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Interacted with customers and clients to identify business needs and requirements.
  • Managed multiple strategic projects with numerous sub-projects or workstreams.
  • Devised creative solutions to critical customer and user needs.
  • Established milestones and objectives based on input from functional areas and stakeholders.
  • Worked with subject matter experts to develop and implement mentoring programs to promote better learner experiences.
  • Demonstrated strong writing and presentation skills to develop briefs, memorandums and analytical reports for clients.
  • Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
  • Designed and developed programs and projects for dissemination to personnel.

Metropolitan Mental Health Service

Case Manager
07.2009 - 12.2009

Job overview

  • Identified care needs of individual patients and coordinated responses based on physician advice, insurance limitations, and procedural costs.
  • Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists, and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems.
  • Utilized trauma-informed approach to promote healing and empowerment for clients.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to determine timely delivery of services.
  • Coordinated services with other agencies, community-based organizations, and healthcare professionals to provide useful benefits to clients.
  • Developed comprehensive discharge plans to transition clients to appropriate service providers in community.
  • Evaluated treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards.
  • Developed and implemented safety plans for clients at risk of harm to provide protection.

ISIOR

Home School Educator
01.2000 - 01.2008

Job overview

  • Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
  • Graded homework, quizzes, classwork and exams to report on progress of student achievements.
  • Led groups of students on field trips to enriching destinations, introducing to new experiences and broadening education.
  • Researched multiple curricula, methodologies and perspectives as part of educational planning.
  • Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
  • Attended textbooks fairs and homeschool meetings to understand different approaches to subject matter.
  • Led and coordinated [Type] educational activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
  • Evaluated classical, student-lead and unschooling methodologies for best option.
  • Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
  • Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.

The Children's Nest Learning Center

CEO/Director
01.1992 - 01.1999

Job overview

  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Reviewed individual department performance and worked with leadership to improve processes, procedures, and practices.
  • Addressed employee and managerial concerns and implemented corrective actions to promote compliance.
  • Implemented strong hiring and training techniques to promote team cohesiveness and streamline overall workflow.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
  • Updated business processes, products and team makeups to generate more business opportunities and cater to audience needs.

P.T.C. Career Institute

School Director
01.1990 - 01.1992

Job overview

  • Served as tireless school resource, which enabled development of lasting relationships with students, parents and guardians.
  • Provided detailed feedback to teams after analyzing each educator's responsibilities.
  • Oversaw budget, marketing and curriculum development for school operations.
  • Promoted professional growth of teachers and staff by implementing [Process] and providing guidance.
  • Allocated school budgets and solicited additional funding from grant programs with well-written applications.
  • Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
  • Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
  • Established positive, stimulating learning environment for students and exciting education-focused setting for teachers.
  • Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Observed teachers, documented activities and implemented improvement plans to optimize classrooms.

PTC Career Institute

Director of Education
01.1988 - 01.1990

Labor Dept, Bureau of Statistics

Computer Specialist (Sub-Contractor)
01.1983 - 01.1985

Job overview

  • Maintained office PCs, networks and mobile devices.
  • Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
  • Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Monitored systems in operation and quickly troubleshot errors.
  • Monitored server room, wireless network and other server infrastructure, keeping systems running smoothly.
  • Managed system-wide operating system and software deployments as well as related software upgrade problems.
  • Established, repaired and optimized networks by installing wiring, cabling and devices.
  • Configured systems according to prescribed software and hardware frameworks.

Education

MSBBC & S
Camp Springs, Maryland

MDiv - Christian Counseling from Christian Counseling
09.2006 - 05.2009

University Overview

Honors: Summa cum Laude

  • Dean's List 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
  • Honoree - Student with the Highest GPA 4.0
  • Awarded -Student Commencement Speaker - Class of 2009

MSBBC & S
Camp Spring, Maryland

M.Div. in Christian Counseling
08.2009 - 05.2012

University Overview

Honors: Summa cum Laude

  • Dean's List 2009, 2010, 2011, & 2012

Wheaton College
Norton, MA

B.A. - American Studies - History/English from Minor Studies - Special Education Grades K- 8
01.1972 - 01.1976

Skills

Analytics/ResearchBudget PlanningDLA-20 TrainerMarketingProject ManagementRON, NotarySocial MediaSoftware ProgrammerTax Preparer

Staff Management

Motto

Impossible is Nothing - Adidas

Committees

  • Bridging The Gap Initiative (Foster Care Training) 2006-2008
  • ISIOR Board of Directors 1994-2002
  • MBHS Administrative Team - 2017 - Present
  • MBHS Advisory Council 2017 - 2020
  • MBHS CARF Review Committee - 2017 - Present
  • MBHS Clinical Treatment Team - 2017 - Present
  • MBHS CQI Committee 2017 - Present
  • MBHS Leadership Team Committee - 2017 - Present
  • MBHS Risk Management Committee - 2017 - Present
  • Mercedes Benz Advisor - 2009-2013
  • MWHOA Board of Directors 1994-2002
  • MWHOA Publication Committee Chairperson 2013 - 2020
  • OG Book Club Social Media Director 2020 - 2022
  • St. Ignatius School, School Board Member 1998-1999
  • Remote Notary, Commission Expires 2026
  • A.A.C.C. (American Association of Christian Counselors) 2001 - Present
  • World Christianship Ministries Licensed Missionary 1990 - Present

Communication Skills

  • Develop Training Materials for Therapists and Rehabilitation Coordinators.
  • Develop Surveys to track medical appointment compliancy.
  • Develop Surveys to track Patient & Employee Satisfaction.
  • Develop Clinic Tracker Programs to Enhance EHR technological Efficacy.
  • Direct Reauthorization Process for PRP/Optum.

Canning, Painting, Graphic Arts, Interior Designs, Floral Designs

In my spare times, I enjoying canning peaches, pears, sauces and making homemade jellies. I also enjoying making scented candles. Designing floral arrangements for dining tables, frontdoors, and outdoors. My favorite is graphic arts - I enjoy creating wedding programs, church bulletins, webpages and podcasts.

Timeline

Program Director

Metropolitan Behavioral Health Services
05.2017 - 06.2023

Program Director

Metropolitan Mental Health Service
10.2015 - 06.2023

Program Manager

Metropolitan Mental Health Service
01.2010 - 09.2015

MSBBC & S

M.Div. in Christian Counseling
08.2009 - 05.2012

Case Manager

Metropolitan Mental Health Service
07.2009 - 12.2009

MSBBC & S

MDiv - Christian Counseling from Christian Counseling
09.2006 - 05.2009

Home School Educator

ISIOR
01.2000 - 01.2008

CEO/Director

The Children's Nest Learning Center
01.1992 - 01.1999

School Director

P.T.C. Career Institute
01.1990 - 01.1992

Director of Education

PTC Career Institute
01.1988 - 01.1990

Computer Specialist (Sub-Contractor)

Labor Dept, Bureau of Statistics
01.1983 - 01.1985

Wheaton College

B.A. - American Studies - History/English from Minor Studies - Special Education Grades K- 8
01.1972 - 01.1976
Esther McNeill ReidMental Health Wellness & Recovery Skills, Teaching Skills, Administrative Skills, Teaching Ages 16-