Nyambura Githara
Middle River,MD
Summary
Results-driven Program Director with a proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. Excel at strategic planning, team leadership, and operational management to drive program success. Skilled in conflict resolution, effective communication, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments. Thrive in fast-paced environments by prioritizing tasks and leveraging problem-solving abilities to overcome challenges.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PRP Program Director
Sheppard Pratt
Timonium, US
04.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the overall operations and management of the PRP.
- Hired and developed staff members to collaboratively achieve program goals.
- Maintained communication with clients throughout their involvement in the program.
- Recruited, hired, trained, supervised, coached, evaluated, and disciplined personnel.
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
- Ensured compliance with organizational standards and applicable laws and regulations.
RRP Program Supervisor
Sheppard Pratt
Timonium, US
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Coordinated the day-to-day operations of the Independent Living Program.
- Oversaw clients' care, treatment, safety, and protection, and supervised their respective support staff.
- Directed, planned, evaluated, and monitored programs, communications, and documentation of residents' progress.
- Prepared written reports related to quality assurance, and the status of program operations.
Service Coordinator
Sheppard Pratt Health System
Timonium, US
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Assessed and monitored rehabilitation and treatment needs of a caseload of psychiatrically disabled clients
- Provided in-home rehabilitation in daily living and social skills.
- Provided case management services, such as securing and monitoring entitlements, and linkages of services.
- Provided crisis intervention as necessary.
- Developed and wrote the IRP with the client and the treatment/rehabilitation team.
- Monitored and documented monthly progress, and communicated this with the rest of the team.
- Performed monthly visits to off-site consumers, as specified by their treatment plans.
- Encouraged the development of natural supports, i.e. The client's family
- Coordinated with other service providers and agencies involved with the clients.
Residential Rehabilitation Counselor
Sheppard Pratt Health System
Timonium, US
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Participated in the initial assessment, intervention, planning, and re-evaluation of residents' needs based on behaviors
- Acted as a case manager for assigned residents
- Served as a role model for residents on and off the grounds for various activities
- Instructed, assisted, and monitored residents in accordance with rehabilitation plans
- Assisted in providing a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures
Residential Counselor
Catholic Charities Baltimore
Timonium, US
07.2017 - 10.2019
- Compiled residents' daily activities and quantities of supplies used to prepare reports
- Supervised self-administration of medications for residents.
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
Director of Operations
CKF Foundation
Nairobi, KE
06.2011 - 06.2017
- Determined the Organization's Mission and Purpose
- Supported the Executive and Review His or Her Performance
- Ensured Effective Organizational Planning
- Managed Resources Effectively
- Determined and Monitored the Organization's Products, Services and Programs
- Enhanced the Organization's Public Image
Human Resources Assistant
People Encouraging People
Baltimore, US
07.2005 - 06.2011
- Coordinated employee benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans.
- Responded to inquiries from current or prospective employees regarding human resources policies or procedures.
- Coordinated new employee onboarding with orientation scheduling and preparation.
- Searched employee files to obtain information for authorized persons and organizations.
- Handled confidential information with discretion and integrity.
- Managed employee relations issues including grievances, complaints, and disputes as needed.
- Processed paperwork associated with personnel transactions such as promotions or terminations.
Database Clerk
People Encouraging People
Baltimore, US
01.2005 - 07.2005
- Maintain client database information, such as assessments, hospitalizations, Individual Recovery Plans (IRP), medical charts, diagnoses, medical service provider information, and any other information to satisfy state and housing regulations.
- Maintain housing database information, such as move-in/move-out dates, address changes, and clients' current status.
- Generate and process weekly non-billing database reports, as required.
- Verify Medical Assistance information if it is not included on the intake forms.
- Updating Baltimore Mental Health Systems (BHMS) and fire inspection information.
Residential Counselor
Progressive Horizon Inc
Baltimore, US
05.1998 - 07.1999
- Organized recreational activities such as field trips or sports events to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Compiled residents' daily activities and quantities of supplies used to prepare reports.
- Supervised self-administration of medications for residents.
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss updates on client progress and strategies for improvement.
Residential Counselor
Community Services of Maryland
Baltimore, US
04.1997 - 05.1998
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Conducted regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Supervised medication administration according to physician instructions.
- Completed daily resident welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet resident needs.
Education
Associates - Information Systems
Strayer University
Arlington, VA12.2003
Diploma - General studies
Koimbe Secondary School
Kenya11.1996
Diploma - General studies
Karura SDA Church School
Kenya12.1992
Skills
- Strategic leadership
- Effective leader
- Recruitment and hiring
- Documentation and reporting
- Staff management
- Training and development
- Program planning
- Program leadership
- Policy implementation
- Coaching and mentoring
- Staff training
- Safety protocols
- Community Outreach
- Community engagement
- Performance evaluation
Certification
- Certification Medication Technician
- CPR & First Aid
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Additionalinformation - Summaryofskills
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Flexible, upbeat attitude and immense leadership qualities
- Holds a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
- Outstanding communication and computer skills
- Caring natured and good organizer
- Skilled in developing recreational programs and therapy for residents
- Expert in addressing and solving negative behaviors among residents
- Comprehensive knowledge of health issues and medical history
- Experienced in volunteering with groups
Timeline
PRP Program Director
Sheppard Pratt
04.2023 - Current
RRP Program Supervisor
Sheppard Pratt
02.2022 - 04.2023
Service Coordinator
Sheppard Pratt Health System
02.2021 - 02.2022
Residential Rehabilitation Counselor
Sheppard Pratt Health System
11.2019 - 02.2021
Residential Counselor
Catholic Charities Baltimore
07.2017 - 10.2019
Director of Operations
CKF Foundation
06.2011 - 06.2017
Human Resources Assistant
People Encouraging People
07.2005 - 06.2011
Database Clerk
People Encouraging People
01.2005 - 07.2005
Residential Counselor
Progressive Horizon Inc
05.1998 - 07.1999
Residential Counselor
Community Services of Maryland
04.1997 - 05.1998
Associates - Information Systems
Strayer University
Diploma - General studies
Koimbe Secondary School
Diploma - General studies
Karura SDA Church School
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