Keith L. Carter
Eagle River,AK
Summary
Experienced health and safety professional with a strong background in risk assessment, regulatory compliance, and incident investigation. Recognized for ability to foster team collaboration and achieve results. Adaptable and dependable, known for expertise in creating safe work environments and implementing effective safety programs. Excellent communicator, takes a proactive approach to workplace health and safety improvements.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health and Safety Manager II
Cook Inlet Tribal Council
05.2023 - Current
- Improved workplace safety by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing targeted action plans.
- Implemented proactive measures to prevent work-related injuries, contributing to a significant reduction in workers'' compensation claims.
- Collaborated with management to develop effective emergency response procedures, resulting in improved preparedness for potential incidents.
- Facilitated cross-department collaboration on safety initiatives, fostering a unified approach to workplace wellbeing that led to sustained improvements over time.
- Liaised with regulatory agencies to ensure that the organization remained up-to-date on all relevant laws and industry best practices.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify areas for improvement, leading to a decrease in violations and fines.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Conducted safety audits and inspections to identify workplace hazards and deficiencies.
Operations Manager
Cook Inlet Tribal Council
08.2017 - 05.2023
- Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
- Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
- Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
- Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, ensuring optimal functionality of equipment and infrastructure at all times.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Championed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment, reducing workplace accidents significantly.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
Billing Director
Cook Inlet Tribal Council, Inc.
01.2003 - 08.2017
- Over16 years of management experience; experience in substance abuse treatment specializing in adolescent females; experience supervising Early Head Start and Childcare components of substance abuse program; developed career development component of adolescent program; experience with quality assurance and chart review functions; clinical experience
- Oversight of all internal billing activities for Cook Inlet Tribal Council’s Recovery Services Division
- Provides billing information as requested by the Administrative Director, Recovery Services Program Director, VP of Planning and Development
- Ensured the integrity and accuracy of projects billing data with Billing Contractors
- Maintains accurate and updated accounts receivables
- Resolved insurance denials, Medicaid adjustments, Prior Authorization issues and resubmission of claims
- Work Aging report on a monthly basis
- Define billable services with Administration, Intake Workers, Case Managers and Clinical Directors
- Act as an liaison between CITC Accounting Department, the Recovery Services staff and clients regarding all treatment billing
Family Specialist/Case Manager – Transitional Services Department
Cook Inlet Tribal Council, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Provided family services of best practice model of Family Strengthening to include parenting training and case management
- Responsible for risk assessment selection and intake of participants
- Coordinated allied services and made appropriate referrals for such services
- Maintained data collection including timely completion of MIS and evaluation instrument
- Responsible for client retention, encouragement and support to remain in the program
- Ensured client confidentiality in compliance42CFR, Part2
- Assist participants with their Family Self-Sufficiency Plans; identifying employment barriers, and assisting in developing plans to overcome these barriers
- Obtain and document all pertinent information in case files
- Update and report client ATAP and related477 statistics monthly
- Work as part of a team
Program Administrator – Life Givers Residential Treatment
Fairbanks Native Association
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Oversight of day to day program operations
- Responsible for intake and 90% residential bed utilization
- Schedules for “shift” staff for week-end, evening and late night shifts
- Worked collaboratively with Office of Children’s Services and Juvenile Justice, as well as other referring agencies
- Facilitated weekly case conferences
- Conducted regular chart reviews to maintain conformance to licensing standards
- Provided file documentation in accordance with established standards(i.e
- MIS reporting and client billing)
- Two years’ experience in conducting non-clinical didactic activities, which assisted youth in gaining skills and knowledge in life skills, social skills, vocational skills interpersonal skills and responsible behavior
- Supervised administrative staff, Cook , Teacher and Driver
- Signature authority for Personnel Action Forms, Purchasing and time cards
- Developed quarterly and annual reports to CSAT and OCS
- Oversight of hiring and termination documents and assured it was processed in a timely manner
- Maintained evaluation schedules and advised supervisors with evaluations were due
- Developed yearly staff training schedule to assure staff certification
- Worked with Cook to assure nutritional program meets USDA and Federal Program requirements
- Attended network meetings and established working relationships with allied agencies
- Facilitated Career Development/Employment and Life Skill Groups
- Track and report revenue receipts
- Member of Quality Assurance and Health and Safety Committee
Education
High School Diploma -
Union High School
Union, NJ06-1978
Skills
- Crisis management
- Workplace inspections
- Incident reporting
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Safety program development
- Emergency response plans
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Risk assessment
Certification
- OSHA 30 General Industry Certified
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Alaska Driver's License
- Food Safety Manager Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor
Timeline
Health and Safety Manager II
Cook Inlet Tribal Council
05.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Cook Inlet Tribal Council
08.2017 - 05.2023
Billing Director
Cook Inlet Tribal Council, Inc.
01.2003 - 08.2017
Family Specialist/Case Manager – Transitional Services Department
Cook Inlet Tribal Council, Inc.
01.2001 - 01.2003
Program Administrator – Life Givers Residential Treatment
Fairbanks Native Association
01.1998 - 01.2001
- OSHA 30 General Industry Certified
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Alaska Driver's License
- Food Safety Manager Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention Instructor
High School Diploma -
Union High School
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