Heidi Gipe
Mohawk,NY
Summary
Accomplished Director at Herkimer Schools Out and Kuyahoora Community Outreach adept in strategic planning and operations management, excel in building high-performing teams and fostering collaboration. My leadership significantly enhanced team morale and financial stability, showcasing my ability to effectively manage people and resources while achieving organizational goals. I have had a several opportunities to start programs and solicit individuals for various needs. I enjoy and feel quite proficient in public speaking and engaging participants in several formats.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Director
Herkimer Schools Out
Herkimer, NY
10.2003 - 09.2022
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
Radio Station Manager
West Canada Christian Resources
Barneveld, NY
03.2012 - 01.2019
- On-Air talent
- Broadcasting weather, local news and personal stories
- Select music and devotions to encourage audience
- Coordinated live events and remote broadcasts to connect with listeners and generate additional revenue streams
- Recruited top talent from diverse backgrounds to maintain a high-performing team capable of driving results under pressure
- Increased listener engagement by implementing innovative programming and on-air promotions
- Streamlined workflow processes for greater efficiency in station operations, saving both time and resources
- Managed daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning of the station and adherence to FCC regulations
- Developed strong relationships with community leaders, fostering positive station image within the local area.
Director of Community Outreach
West Canada Christian Resources
Newport, NY
10.2008 - 03.2011
- Enhanced community engagement by developing and implementing strategic outreach initiatives with a target of sharing Christ.
- Increased community involvement through variety of programs
- Recruited trained, and mentored a strong team of volunteers committed to making a difference in their communities with the love of God.
- Organized and led volunteer teams for various community service activities, resulting in increased participation and positive impact on the neighborhood.
- Implemented innovative solutions for addressing pressing challenges faced by the community, leading to tangible improvements in residents'' quality of life.
- Coordinated special events that showcased local talent and culture.
- Served as a public face for the organization at local events, cultivating positive relationships with community members and representing the interests of both the organization and its constituents.
- Strengthened partnerships with local organizations for collaborative efforts in community development projects.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with community medical facilities, agencies, churches and other outreach partners.
- Assisted with development of outreach strategies and marketing tools to reach priority audiences.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
Radio Program Director/ Host
Wava Media
Arlington, VA
10.2005 - 10.2008
- Delivered outstanding program results by setting clear objectives and proactively addressing potential challenges.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Monitored programming schedules, conformance to guidelines and quality.
- Facilitated programming by coordinating resources and deliverables between departments.
- Prepared tape for broadcasting by completing final editing.
- Scheduled and monitored programming to air content as planned.
- Developed new program and feature ideas for station.
- Determined broadcast requirements to plan event coverage and regular programming.
- Provide On-air Talent
Drama Missionary
Covenant Players
Oxnard, CA
08.2001 - 05.2003
- Understand and present the ministry with the utmost Christ-like character
- Schedule drama presentations for churches schools, prisons, and nursing homes, according to specific needs
- Travel between different locations utilizing limited resources to provide top-notch programs
- Meet with hosts and organizations to best meet the needs of participants
- Memorize hundreds of roles for different plays to project certain ideas and expectations for attendees.
- Engage with the host and attendees in personal ways for them to see the love of God.
- Rehearse and perform with professional outcomes.
Elementary School Counselor
Prince William County Public Schools
Manassas, VA
09.1997 - 06.2001
- Created a safe space for students within the school community where they felt comfortable discussing their concerns or seeking guidance from counselors or staff members.
- Promoted a positive school environment by fostering strong relationships among staff, parents, and students.
- Implemented comprehensive guidance curriculum that addressed the academic, career, and social-emotional development of all students.
- Reduced absenteeism rates through proactive communication with families and targeted counseling for at-risk students.
- Participated in IEP meetings to advocate for the needs of special education students, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among peers, resulting in improved classroom dynamics and reduced behavioral issues.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify students in need of additional support, providing tailored counseling services.
- Collaborated with behavioral aides, teachers, psychiatrists and school nurses to assess student needs and strengths.
- Conducted small group sessions on topics such as stress management, self-esteem building, and goal setting to empower individual growth.
- Assisted in developing school-wide policies around bullying prevention efforts that led to a decrease in reported incidents.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, providing timely intervention and referrals to outside agencies when necessary.
- Conducted group and individual counseling services to elementary students to meet developmental, preventive and remedial needs of students with learning disabilities.
- Maintained confidential behavioral data, special education reports and services reports.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting counseling strategies as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Improved parental involvement by organizing informative workshops and maintaining open lines of communication between home and school environments.
- Coordinated college and career fairs for students, exposing them to a range of post-secondary opportunities.
- Implemented peer mentoring program, fostering leadership skills and providing additional support for younger students.
- Boosted peer relationships with establishment of conflict resolution workshops.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions to improve student emotional and social skills.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
Education
Master Of Applied Science - School Counseling
College of Saint Rose
Albany, NY05.1996
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Psychology
SUNY College of Technology
Utica, Ny05.1993
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Psychology
Herkimer County Community College
Herkimer, NY05.1990
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Verbal and written communication
- People Management
- Operations Management
- Non-profit management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Relationship Building
- Effective leader
Timeline
Radio Station Manager
West Canada Christian Resources
03.2012 - 01.2019
Director of Community Outreach
West Canada Christian Resources
10.2008 - 03.2011
Radio Program Director/ Host
Wava Media
10.2005 - 10.2008
Director
Herkimer Schools Out
10.2003 - 09.2022
Drama Missionary
Covenant Players
08.2001 - 05.2003
Elementary School Counselor
Prince William County Public Schools
09.1997 - 06.2001
Master Of Applied Science - School Counseling
College of Saint Rose
Bachelor Of Applied Science - Psychology
SUNY College of Technology
Associate Of Arts And Sciences - Psychology
Herkimer County Community College