Dynamic leader with extensive experience as President/CEO at Hibiscus Children’s Center, excelling in strategic planning and fiscal management. proven expertise in fostering community relations and driving quality assurance initiatives, resulting in improved service delivery for at-risk youth. Adept at team building and stakeholder engagement, fostering collaborative environments for success.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
President/CEO
Hibiscus Children’s Center
Fort Pierce, USA
06.2018 - Current
Serve as President/CEO and report to a 14-member board of directors.
Oversaw operations of residential care, crisis intervention services, career and vocational training, counseling/psychotherapy, psychiatric and prevention services for children involved with or at-risk of child welfare involvement.
Delivered essential services to Okeechobee, Indian River, St. Lucie, and Martin Counties, addressing the needs of vulnerable populations.
Managed operations across four sites with approximately 120 employees, ensuring effective service delivery.
Accountable for an annual budget of $9 million.
Executive Director
Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Center, Inc. (SPVMHC)
, USA
12.2009 - 05.2018
Led organization as CEO, directly engaging with a 15-member board of directors to drive strategic initiatives.
Accountable for an annual budget of $12 million including fiscal oversight and revenue portfolio.
Managed operations across seven sites, overseeing approximately 200 employees to ensure effective service delivery.
Delivered a comprehensive continuum of behavioral health services, enhancing access to psychiatric care, counseling, and integrated treatment programs.
Served communities in Highland, Pike, Fayette, Ross, and Pickaway Counties, OH.
Executive Director
Paint Valley Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMH)
, USA
07.1997 - 10.2009
Led organization as Chief Executive Officer, reporting to 18-member board of directors, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Accountable for annual revenue of $19 million.
Directed the development and maintenance of a comprehensive community mental health/alcohol and drug addiction recovery system.
Executed strategic planning, fiscal management, program and human resource development, and system evaluation to uphold fiscal integrity and accountability.
Board of Ross, Pickaway, Highland, Fayette & Pike Counties, OH
Executive Director
The Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMH) Board
, USA
02.1985 - 06.1997
Led organization as Chief Executive Officer, collaborating with 18-member board of directors to drive strategic initiatives.
Oversaw strategic planning, fiscal management, program development, and quality assurance, ensuring fiscal integrity and accountability across all operations.
Developed and maintained comprehensive community mental health and substance use recovery system, enhancing access to critical services.
Accountable for annual revenue of $6 million.
Provided services to residents of Marion and Crawford Counties, OH
Planner/Evaluator
Eastern Miami Valley Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMH)
, USA
07.1980 - 01.1984
Provided technical assistance to behavioral health provider agencies on interpretation of Board policy and agency contracts, preparing for certification and accreditation (i.e. CARF, Joint Commission), program planning and development; served as onsite certification surveyor for the Ohio Department of Mental Health (ODMH).
Managed all facets of Federal CMHC Grant, including reapplication, service and program planning, best practices development, and continuous quality improvement to enhance client and stakeholder satisfaction.
Developed and enforced policies, prepared grant proposals, and negotiated contracts with providers to ensure compliance and support program objectives.
Served on the Board of Clark, Greene & Madison Counties, OH, contributing to local governance and community initiatives.
Director/Training Center for Adults
Madison County, OH Board of Developmental Disabilities (DD)
, USA
05.1979 - 06.1980
Developed and implemented training opportunities for developmentally disabled adults in social and physical development, personal care, work adjustment, and vocational skills.
Facilitated integration of adults with intellectual disabilities into workforce, supervising subcontract work completion for local businesses.
Oversaw daily administrative operations of training center, ensuring smooth functionality and support for adult training programs.
Education
Master of Science - Health Services Administration
CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVERSITY
Mount Pleasant, MI
Master of Arts - Journalism
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Columbus, OH
Bachelor of Science -
THE OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY
Columbus, OH
Skills
Strategic planning
Budget management
Financial planning
Budget oversight
Cost control
Resource allocation
Leadership communication
Team leadership
Decision making
Team building
Stakeholder relations
Community relations
Public speaking
Problem solving
Organizational leadership
Affiliations
Member, Florida Coalition for Children
Member, National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
President/CEO
Hibiscus Children’s Center
06.2018 - Current
Executive Director
Scioto Paint Valley Mental Health Center, Inc. (SPVMHC)
12.2009 - 05.2018
Executive Director
Paint Valley Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMH)
07.1997 - 10.2009
Executive Director
The Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMH) Board
02.1985 - 06.1997
Planner/Evaluator
Eastern Miami Valley Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services (ADAMH)
07.1980 - 01.1984
Director/Training Center for Adults
Madison County, OH Board of Developmental Disabilities (DD)
05.1979 - 06.1980
Master of Science - Health Services Administration