Kimberly Lawall
West,PA
Summary
Accomplished Family Based Program Director with a proven track record at Children's Service Center of Wyoming Valley, enhancing program performance and fostering staff development. Skilled in partnership development and child development, I've significantly increased productivity and client engagement through innovative leadership and effective communication. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Based Program Director
Children's Service Center of Wyoming Valley
01.2000 - Current
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Recruited and trained staff and to upgrade collective team skills.
- Collaborated with various teams to uncover issues, identify applicable solutions, and offer guidance.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Established strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders for collaborative problem solving.
- Promoted an inclusive environment by actively engaging diverse populations in all aspects of programming.
- Mentored team members for professional development, resulting in increased productivity and job satisfaction.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
Family Based Therapist
Children's Service of Wyoming Valley
11.1991 - 12.1999
- Provided ongoing support for families transitioning out of therapy, ensuring continued progress and lasting improvements in overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced communication skills among family members through the use of therapeutic interventions and techniques.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic goals and developing action plans, fostering a sense of ownership and motivation for change.
- Increased client engagement in therapy by utilizing creative approaches such as art or play therapy techniques when appropriate.
- Served as a liaison between clients and community resources, connecting families with additional support services as needed.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of client progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal results.
- Trained parents on effective parenting strategies, leading to improved parent-child relationships and reduced behavioral issues in children.
- Provided crisis intervention services, preventing further escalation of conflict within families.
- Advocated on behalf of clients during meetings with school personnel or social service agencies, contributing to a more comprehensive understanding of client needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Community Counseling
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA05.1991
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA05.1989
Skills
- Effective leader
- Administration knowledge
- Program Leadership
- Staff Development
- Partnership Development
- Regulatory Compliance
- Group and individual instruction
- Child Development
Timeline
Family Based Program Director
Children's Service Center of Wyoming Valley
01.2000 - Current
Family Based Therapist
Children's Service of Wyoming Valley
11.1991 - 12.1999
Bachelor of Science - Community Counseling
University of Scranton
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Pennsylvania State University
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