Julie Neely
Akron,OH
Summary
Skilled program director adept at managing all facets of program operations, including administration and outreach. Well-versed in multitasking to achieve challenging goals. Prepared to leverage several years' experience the field to take on challenging role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director Help Me Grow
Catholic charities of New Orleans
Akron, Ohio
03.2021 - Current
- Compiled reports on program outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.
- Recruited, hired, trained, supervised, coached, evaluated, and disciplined personnel.
- Organized and facilitated team meetings, workshops, and events.
- Developed strategies to increase public awareness of the organization's services.
- Monitored performance metrics to evaluate effectiveness of programs.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
- Analyzed data from surveys, focus groups, interviews to inform decision making.
- Ensured compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws and regulations.
- Directed staff training on technical aspects of programming activities.
Home Visitor
Catholic charities of New Orleans
Akron, Ohio
05.2016 - 03.2021
- Collaborated with community partners to ensure access to resources for families.
- Participated in regular professional development activities such as trainings and seminars related to social work best practices.
- Developed and implemented Individual Service Plans for each family based on assessment of needs.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyle choices by educating parents about nutrition, exercise, mental health awareness.
- Supported families through crisis management strategies aimed at restoring balance within the home environment.
- Established rapport with clients by demonstrating respect for cultural diversity.
- Provided resources, referrals, and follow-up services to families in need.
- Promoted self-sufficiency by helping families identify strengths and weaknesses in order to set achievable goals.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, progress notes, service plans and other documents related to client services.
- Monitored client attendance at scheduled appointments using a variety of methods including phone calls and emails.
- Provided advocacy services when necessary by assisting clients in navigating systems such as housing or public benefits programs.
- Assisted parents in developing positive relationships with their children through play activities.
- Assessed the safety of the home environment for children at risk of abuse or neglect.
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess family needs and develop individualized goals.
- Planned activities designed to promote communication between parents and caregivers and their children while emphasizing positive reinforcement techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
University of Akron
Akron, OH05-2000
Skills
- Child Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Development
- Group and individual instruction
- Innovation and Creativity
- Policy Implementation
- Performance standards and analysis
- Program Leadership
Timeline
Program Director Help Me Grow
Catholic charities of New Orleans
03.2021 - Current
Home Visitor
Catholic charities of New Orleans
05.2016 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Child Development
University of Akron
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