Dedicated candidate eager to leverage knowledge in social programs and program development. Skilled in running social services initiatives and developing policies and procedures. Collaborative and committed to addressing social issues to improve quality of life in marginalized communities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Youth Services
The Salvation Army
06.2020 - Current
Worked with youth at community-based, non-profit educational or other organizations.
Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
Created and managed budgets, efficiently allocating resources for social and community service projects.
Conducted outreach activities to engage local stakeholders in programs.
Chief Executive Officer
The Salvation Army Of The Virginia Peninsula
06.2013 - 05.2020
Established foundational processes for business operations.
Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
Assistant Camp Director
Camp Happy Land
05.2010 - 08.2011
Trained staff in proper implementation of program systems, familiarizing with camp traditions and verifying basic knowledge of activities.
Performed staff evaluations and addressed areas for improvement.
Maintained camper files, properly storing and maintaining personal information.
Communicated with parents, staff and teachers regarding children or program issues.
Oversaw team of counselors and support team members.
Supervised young campers in recreational activities such as youth sports, aquatics and arts and crafts.
Arranged packed activity schedule with numerous outdoor activities, crafts and learning opportunities.
Managed camp operations for the facility serving over 150 campers each day.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Studies
Trevecca Nazarene University
Nashville, TN
05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Ministries
Evangeline Booth College
Atlanta, GA
06.2013
Skills
Hiring and Retention
Operations Management
Communications Strategies
Direct Operations
Certification
Safe from Harm Child & Vulnerable Adult Certification
Mental Health & First Aid Certification, National Counsel for Mental Wellbeing