Lisa M. Searcy
Dorchester,Massachusetts
Summary
Results-driven CEO/ Founder with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Demonstrated record of success in building successful teams and managing profitable operations.
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Service Coordinator
UHM Properties LLC
07.2024 - Current
- Participated in staff training sessions to continually enhance knowledge and skills in resident care practices.
- Utilized effective communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, including residents with varying cognitive abilities.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall resident experience.
- Developed rapport with residents and families, ensuring open communication and trust.
- Fostered a positive atmosphere within the residence by cultivating strong relationships among staff members.
- Improved resident satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing compassionate care.
- Obtain resources and services as requested and/or needed to address clients’ needs, including but not limited to: housing applications, negotiation and mediation with property owners and utility companies, fuel assistance, and shelter information.
CEO/ Founder
IBlossom Girls Program Inc.
01.2018 - Current
- Work with organizations, companies, schools, city, and state to share issues facing underserved communities and how to better serve them
- Partner with local public schools, hold seminars to empower young girls and teach important life skills
- Work with local universities, companies, and organizations as a public speaker and specialist for local issues and women empowerment.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to young women with academic or personal concerns.
- Empowered mentees to take responsibility for their learning and development, fostering self-confidence and resilience.
Director of Community Engagement
Boston City Council
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Coordinated effective and timely response to individual constituent inquiries, concerns and request for assistance (in person, via phone, email, and mail)
- Facilitate regular community meetings to foster relationship building, collaboration, and promote equitable service.
- Enhanced community engagement by developing and implementing strategic outreach initiatives.
- Fostered strong relationships with local organizations to create collaborative partnerships for community programs.
- Advocated for policy changes at the municipal level to address pressing issues facing the communities served.
- Conducted regular stakeholder meetings to gather feedback on current initiatives'' success or areas needing improvement.
Unit Coordinator
Massachusetts Eye And Ear Associates
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients, fostering a holistic approach to treatment.
- Assisted with processing patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Achieved appropriate patient flow by admitting, transferring and discharging patients in computer system and notifying appropriate personnel of patient status verbally and through signage.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
Policy Advisor & Fundraiser
Abdikarim Committee
01.2020 - 01.2021
- In charge of community organizing and data collection
- Reviewed legislative and regulatory documents, analyzed implications and shared findings.
- Conducted risk assessments related to specific policies or regulatory changes; developed mitigation strategies accordingly.
- Researched existing policies and procedures to gain firm understanding of current conditions.
- Organized and planned meetings with high-level political appointees and elected officials.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address complex policy challenges, ensuring comprehensive solutions.
BCYF Streetworker/ Violence Interrupter Program
City Of Boston
01.2015 - 10.2019
- Conducted outreach services and provided positive resources for at-risk and gang involved youth
- Supported at-risk youth and families with intervention and prevention of gang violence
- Performed home visits
- Developed and maintained relationships with community-based service providers
- Maintained accurate, timely and confidential case records via an electronic data-base.
Trauma Team
Justice Resource Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided emotional support, expertise, and resources to victims of violence and tragic events
- Active community liaison between victims and service providers
- Held trauma training, violence awareness to community organizations, churches, and neighborhoods associations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response
Education
Entrepreneurship Certificate -
Boston College
Boston, MA01.2019
Skills
- Financial Administration
- Productivity performance
- Operations Management
- Client Relationship Building
- Effective Decision Making
- Quality Control Planning
- Policies and Procedures
- Operational leadership
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Program Administration
- Business Planning
- Revenue Growth
Professional Highlights
- Secured Funding— Success grant proposal received $20K to help essential employees during the Covid-19 pandemic. Funding was used to provide meals, PPE, and other essential materials.
- Conflict Resolution of gang and street violence— Achieved resolution and provided trauma support to prevent gang and street retaliation.
- Trauma Certification— Using skills learned, I help individuals seek help to deal with suicidal thoughts.
- Girl Empowerment— Secured partnership with Boston Public Schools to empower and teach girls life skills.
Certification
Youth Mental Health/ First Aide Certified
Trauma Certified
Active Shooter Certified
Psychological First Aide Certified
Resident Service Coordinator
Timeline
Resident Service Coordinator
UHM Properties LLC
07.2024 - Current
Director of Community Engagement
Boston City Council
03.2022 - 02.2024
Policy Advisor & Fundraiser
Abdikarim Committee
01.2020 - 01.2021
Unit Coordinator
Massachusetts Eye And Ear Associates
10.2019 - 01.2023
CEO/ Founder
IBlossom Girls Program Inc.
01.2018 - Current
Trauma Team
Justice Resource Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
BCYF Streetworker/ Violence Interrupter Program
City Of Boston
01.2015 - 10.2019
Youth Mental Health/ First Aide Certified
Trauma Certified
Active Shooter Certified
Psychological First Aide Certified
Resident Service Coordinator
Entrepreneurship Certificate -
Boston College
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