Katherine Roycroft
Liberty,NY
Summary
Dynamic Director oversees every facet of production with strong project management and decision-making skills. Brings comprehensive knowledge of program development and management, with strong crisis intervention abilities. Skilled at coordinating program plans and personnel resources to complete work under tight deadlines.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Director of Day Habilitation
The Center For Discovery
09.2022 - Current
- Oversight of team in excess of 50 staff members and 125 individuals
- Intensive collaboration with over 10 departments
- Assisted in the launch of interactive platform for parental engagement
- Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
- Fostered work culture of collaboration and inclusion to increase morale and reduce turnover.
- Met with department supervisors and provided staff support to attain programmatic goals.
- Performed continuous evaluations of facility, teams and policies to keep operations efficient and consistent.
- Launched and sustained online market platform and subsequent financial responsibilities.
- Safely and discreetly maintained employee and consumer documents
- Oversaw scheduling of 16 programs for staffing, transportation, community integration, medication administration, and individual interest.
Director of Day Habilitation
The Center For Discovery
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Attended professional meetings and conferences to maintain flow of information to teams and families.
- Oversaw safety requirements in compliance with agency standards and OPWDD.
- Facilitated employee retention efforts through various appreciation projects.
- Provided employees with evaluations and plans for agency development.
- Certified billing and various financial documentation
- Developed curriculum for expanding programs including novel community based experiences.
Program Coordinator
The Center For Discovery
10.2017 - 10.2020
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Collaborated with other program coordinators to achieve consistency in program objectives and services.
- Created and delivered program training and education to keep participants knowledgeable about program and provide necessary skills to participate productively.
- Kept program-related data accurate, up-to-date and easily accessible.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Organized and managed program development from conception through successful execution.
Direct Support Professional
The Center For Discovery
11.2014 - 10.2017
- Assisted clients with developmental disabilities to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ellenville High School
Ellenville, NY06.2013
Skills
- Culture Transformation
- Crisis Management
- Policy Implementation
- Project Management
- Train Employees
- Advanced Communication
- Problem Solving
Certification
NYS SCIP- R Instructor
Timeline
Senior Director of Day Habilitation
The Center For Discovery
09.2022 - Current
Director of Day Habilitation
The Center For Discovery
10.2020 - 09.2022
Program Coordinator
The Center For Discovery
10.2017 - 10.2020
Direct Support Professional
The Center For Discovery
11.2014 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Ellenville High School
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