Khayree Gray
Oakland,CA
Summary
Resourceful and experienced public health professional with extensive experience in managing large-scale health programs, project coordination, and strategic planning. Expert in community health initiatives, stakeholder engagement, and policy advocacy, with a proven track record of leading successful projects in diverse health-related areas. Skilled in developing communication strategies, managing regulatory compliance, and building strong relationships with various stakeholders to drive community health improvements.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Development Manager
Peer Wellness Collective
07.2024 - Current
- Managed comprehensive public health programs focusing on mental health and substance abuse, aligning with city-wide public health goals.
- Developed communication strategies to raise public awareness on key health issues, ensuring alignment with health advocacy goals.
- Introduced new client intake procedures, ensuring comprehensive assessments of mental health and substance abuse issues, which improved service delivery and personalized care plans.
- Evaluated program performance using key metrics, enabling data-driven decisions for continuous improvement.
- Coordinated pilot testing efforts for new programs, gathering valuable feedback for improvements before full-scale rollouts.
Residential Program Manager
3rd Street Youth Center And Clinic
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards by regularly reviewing policies and procedures, conducting internal audits, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Increased community engagement for residents with the organization of social activities, outings, and volunteer opportunities.
- Provided ongoing coaching and mentoring to staff members for professional growth and skill development.
- Improved safety protocols within the residential program with thorough staff training on emergency procedures and risk management.
- Participated in community events and met with local leaders to develop recreational activities for residents.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
- Ensuring staff and client compliance with Navigation Center policies and procedures.
- Coordinating a Community Calendar with vendors and visitors to offer engaging activities for residents.
- Supporting the oversight of 15 Program Monitors under the guidance of the Residential Program Director.
- Participating in the hiring process, including screening, interviewing, and orienting new employees.
- Onboarding new staff and ensuring completion of required trainings.
- Upholding the shelter training manual and ensuring staff adherence.
- Providing leadership and motivation to staff through guidance and constructive feedback.
- Enforcing staff shift schedules, managing leave requests, and addressing attendance issues.
- Facilitating staff meetings and communicating key information from upper management.
- Oversaw the budget and contracts with vendors and partners (facilities, security, food, HSH, etc.) for internal service requests.
- Assessing vendor performance and reporting service delivery issues to the Residential Program Director.
NAV Case Manager
3rd Street Youth Center & Clinic
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Communicated clients' progress by conducting weekly interdisciplinary meetings and evaluations
- Evaluated client eligibility for government benefits or entitlements
- Organized activities that promote healthy lifestyle choices among at-risk populations
- Coordinated meetings between clients, family members and other health care providers involved in the treatment process
- Collaborated with local agencies to provide comprehensive wraparound services for at-risk youth populations
- Lead Case Conferences, and team meetings fostering continuous improvement and goal setting
- Developed flowcharts for internal use, assisting team members in understanding program procedures and protocols
- Created monthly reports that tracked progress toward achieving identified goals for each client
- Facilitated critical connections between potential landlords and clients, emphasizing background information and promoting stability
- Conducted home visits to assess housing stability, utilizing effective communication, and problem-solving skills.
Community Living Managment Floater
Toolworks
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Engaged clients through recreational activities which promoted physical activity and emotional health
- Assisted clients with daily living skills such as personal hygiene, housekeeping, budgeting, meal preparation, and medication management.
- Assisted in coordinating transportation services for residents, enabling greater access to employment opportunities, medical appointments, and recreational activities.
- Utilized effective communication strategies to build positive relationships with clients, families, and other key stakeholders.
- Ensure client shifts are filled and support staff are trained in their duties.
- Carry ERS phone and respond to client and staffing-related emergencies in assigned regions.
- Follow Emergency Response Protocol as trained and provide shift coverage as assigned.
- Provide scheduling and client updates to Program Managers and Assistant Director after the weekend shift.
- Report incidents within required time frames and follow Mandated Reporter protocols.
Patient Care Coordinator/ Outreach Coordinator
East Bay Advanced Care
11.2017 - Current
- Conducted social marketing campaign to promote HIV testing among the Black and Hispanic/Latino community
- Facilitated outreach and HIV testing at local college campuses
- Assisted in the development of care plans tailored to individual patient needs, improving overall health outcomes.
- Referred clients to PrEP resources
- Compiled and maintained a log of client medical data
- Facilitated support groups for Black women living with HIV
- Communicated with clients on a regular basis to ensure continuity of care
- Enhanced communication between healthcare providers and patients, ensuring timely delivery of test results and updates.
- Developed educational materials to help patients better understand their conditions and treatment options.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through proactive follow-up with discharged patients.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment centered on teamwork and collaboration.
- Organized community outreach events promoting health education while also marketing the facility''s services as a trusted provider of comprehensive medical care solutions.
- Coordinated transportation to get patients to and from medical appointments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oakland Technical High School
Oakland, CASome College (No Degree) - Nursing
College of Alameda
Alameda, CASkills
- Training and Mentoring
- Facility Management
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Strategic Planning
- Community Engagement
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Crisis Management
- Problem Solving
- Case Management
- Data Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance
- Communication
Accomplishments
NMAC (National Minority AIDS Council) Youth Scholarship Grant - 2017
Co-Chair of Oakland Transitional Grant Area Council 2017-2018
Institute for Nonprofit Practice Rise Program Cohort Member
Timeline
Program Development Manager
Peer Wellness Collective
07.2024 - Current
Residential Program Manager
3rd Street Youth Center And Clinic
09.2023 - 06.2024
NAV Case Manager
3rd Street Youth Center & Clinic
01.2023 - 08.2023
Community Living Managment Floater
Toolworks
01.2023 - 12.2023
Patient Care Coordinator/ Outreach Coordinator
East Bay Advanced Care
11.2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Oakland Technical High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
College of Alameda
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