KRISTIN JACKSON
Bourbonnais,IL
Summary
Experienced executive leader with a proven track record of driving organizational success and fostering collaboration. Expertise in strategic planning, financial oversight, and stakeholder engagement. Known for adaptability, resilience, and delivering results in evolving environments. Strong interpersonal skills and effective communication style. Consistently approaches work with a results-driven mindset.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Child Network
04.2011 - Current
- Conducted the daily operation of Child Network's two nationally accredited programs; the Children's Advocacy Center and Court Appointed Special Advocates.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize agency performance.
- Spearheaded new program initiatives to address unmet community needs and advance the organization's mission.
- Promoted advocacy efforts within the community through educational presentations related to child abuse prevention and intervention strategies for various audiences including schools, social service agencies, law enforcement organizations, and public forums.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
Forensic Interviewer
Child Network
01.2007 - 04.2011
- Conducted trauma-informed interviews of children who experienced abuse or neglect.
- Developed tailored interview approaches based on individual needs, considering factors such as age, cognitive abilities, emotional state, cultural background, or language barriers.
- Provided court testimony as an expert witness.
- Strengthened interdepartmental collaboration with timely and accurate communication of findings to investigators and other relevant parties.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Western Governors University
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Governors State University
Skills
- Grant writing
- Team leadership, training, and development
- Community engagement
- Case management
- Data interpretation
- Process improvements
- Client relationship building
- Crisis Intervention
Timeline
Executive Director
Child Network
04.2011 - Current
Forensic Interviewer
Child Network
01.2007 - 04.2011
Bachelor's Degree - Psychology
Governors State University
Master of Business Administration -
Western Governors University
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