Maria Gutierrez
Gupi Cleaning Services
Altamonte Springs,Fl
2
Languages
7
years of professional experience
Visionary healthcare professional dedicated to transforming healthcare operations through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and a patient first approach. Experienced in managing complex programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading cross functional initiatives that improve organizational performance and expand access to quality care. Known for empowering teams, building meaningful partnerships, and fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement to achieve exceptional results.
Work History
Regional Grants Manager/ Admin Supervisor
6 Months- Lead the administration and oversight of multiple state funded grant programs across diverse regions, ensuring compliance with federal, state, payer, and organizational regulations.
- Partner with Regional Directors, Clinic Directors, Clinical Supervisors, Nursing Leadership, Billing, Marketing, and Administrative teams to maximize grant utilization and improve patient access to care.
- Monitored grant performance, enrollment, financial utilization, documentation, and reporting, ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing program outcomes.
- Developed and implemented standardized grant management processes and tracking systems, improving operational efficiency, reporting accuracy, and data integrity across clinics.
- Served as the primary liaison between clinics, funding agencies, and external stakeholders, building strong partnerships and ensuring timely communication regarding grant requirements and reporting.
- Build collaborative relationships with funding agencies, state partners, and internal stakeholders to strengthen communication, support grant sustainability, and ensure successful program implementation.
- Lead cross functional initiatives that improve workflows, resolve operational challenges, and create consistent grant practices across multiple treatment centers.
- Analyze performance metrics, utilization trends, and reporting data to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and strategic decision making.
- Oversee financial tracking, grant billing support, patient eligibility verification, and documentation to maintain audit readiness and compliance with grant requirements.
- Support regional operations by providing administrative leadership and operational guidance while partnering with clinic teams to improve efficiency and maintain high quality service delivery.
- Navigate varying state regulations, grant contracts, and funding requirements while ensuring consistent compliance across multiple states and treatment programs.
- Collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to develop outreach and recruitment strategies that increase enrollment and expand access to grant funded treatment services.
- Coordinate grant implementation from contract execution through clinic rollout, staff education, reporting, and ongoing compliance monitoring.
- Fostered a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement by empowering teams and encouraging problem solving with a patient-centered approach.
- Successfully managed grant operations across multiple Comprehensive Treatment Centers spanning several states.
- Improved grant utilization by implementing strategic outreach initiatives and strengthening collaboration between clinical, operational, and administrative teams.
- Standardized grant tracking and reporting processes, increasing reporting accuracy and reducing administrative inefficiencies.
Manager Director
6 Years 11 Months- Streamlined planning and execution of virtual and in-person meetings, events, and travel for 10 staff, promoting improved collaboration among team members.
- Executed daily email management tasks, prioritizing clarity in communication and precision in detail.
- Created a more efficient workspace by proactive anticipating department needs.
- Created a more efficient workspace by proactive anticipating department needs.
- Executed payroll updates to ensure accurate and prompt processing of maintenance payments.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored staff, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Coordinated scheduling of cleaning teams to maximize coverage and resource allocation.
- Analyzed client feedback to drive service improvements and address concerns proactively.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Administrative Support II
4 Years 1 Month- Managed logistics for virtual and in-person meetings, events, travel, and appointments, ensuring optimal organization for a 10+ department.
- Executed daily email correspondence, showcasing mastery of written communication and meticulous attention to detail.
- Oversaw organization and management of sensitive data across 12 Microsoft documents, ensuring accurate retrieval and timely delivery of information on a quarterly, weekly, and monthly basis.
- Implemented strategic foresight to improve workspace efficiency by addressing key departmental challenges.
- Coordinated day-to-day activities, ensuring optimal collaboration and workflow among all team members.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Systematically categorized and archived more than 1000 files, enhancing both digital and physical record-keeping accuracy.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Education
High School Diploma
Associate of Science - General Studies
Bachelor of Science - Clinical Psychology
Skills
Grant Management
Regulatory Compliance
Program Management
Budget Management
Operational Leadership
Strategic Planning
Data Analysis & Reporting
Cross-functional teamwork
Team Leadership
Staff training
Communication Skills
Crisis management
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Regional Grants Manager/ Admin Supervisor
Acadia Healthcare
02.2026 - CurrentRead More
Administrative Support II
Longwood Comprehensive Treatment Center
12.2021 - 01.2026Read More
Manager Director
Gupi Cleaning Services
09.2019 - CurrentRead More
Lake Brantly High School
High School Diploma
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Seminole State College of Florida
Associate of Science from General Studies
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University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Science from Clinical Psychology
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