Francine Blankenship
Management
CABOT,Arkansas
The best way out is always through.
Robert Frost
Summary
Accomplished Chief Operating Officer with a proven track record at Recovery Centers of Arkansas, adept in strategic planning and operations management. Spearheaded initiatives that fostered cross-functional teamwork, achieving significant process improvements. Renowned for executive leadership and compliance management, enhancing organizational reputation and fostering growth.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Operating Officer
Recovery Centers Of Arkansas
07.2016 - Current
- Oversaw day-to-day operations to keep organization running smoothly while meeting business goals.
- Provided direct supervision to approximately 30 support, maintenance and food service team members. Provide compliance monitoring to a clinical staff of 60 individuals. Mentored team members by sharing knowledge, offering guidance, and providing constructive feedback; fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organization.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of projects and streamlined workflows.
- Guided teams through periods of significant change by providing clear communication and decisive leadership during transitions.
- Enhanced company reputation by establishing strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
- Negotiated favorable vendor contracts for cost-effective procurement solutions that supported business growth objectives.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by developing policies in line with industry best practices to mitigate risks associated with legal or ethical violations.
Program Director
Arkansas Cares / Methodist Children's Home
01.2007 - 06.2011
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
- 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.
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans for long-term growth.
- Delivered outstanding program results by setting clear objectives and proactively addressing potential challenges.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
Education
No Degree - Addiction Counseling
06.1993
Skills
- Operations management
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Strategic planning
- Process improvement
- Executive leadership
- Compliance management
- Performance management
- Cost savings and reduction
- Operations oversight
- Management
- Policy development
- Operations administration
Certification
Certified Advance Alcohol Drug Counselor
Certified Clinical Supervisor
First Aid/CPR Certified
Certified in Management of Assaultive Behavior
Accomplishments
- Provided direct supervision to approximately 40 team members.
- Provided compliance supervision to a clinical team of 30.
- Responsible for the purchasing of supplies for 4 locations and managing an annual supply budget of $375,000.
- Responsible for providing medication monitoring training for all clinical and support staff.
Work Availability
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k matchPaid sick leaveTimeline
Chief Operating Officer - Recovery Centers Of Arkansas
07.2016 - Current
Program Director - Arkansas Cares / Methodist Children's Home
01.2007 - 06.2011
Certified Advance Alcohol Drug Counselor
Certified Clinical Supervisor
First Aid/CPR Certified
Certified in Management of Assaultive Behavior
Grayson County Community College - No Degree, Addiction Counseling
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