PURVIS WILLIAMS
Summary
Strategic and highly accomplished leader with 15+ years of leadership experience in behavioral health, human services, residential operations, and community-based care. Proven success leading multi-site operations, scaling programs, improving census growth, driving financial performance, and building high-performing teams in regulated environments. Experienced overseeing 52 clients, managing 30+ staff, and supervising multiple residential and community-based programs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director / Operations Leader
REM Iowa Community Services
Waterloo
08.2015 - Current
- Provide executive-level leadership for operations supporting 52 clients, 30+ employees, day habilitation services, and 3 residential homes.
- Direct staffing, scheduling, admissions, census management, compliance, service quality, and program growth.
- Maintain authority for hiring, onboarding, corrective action, performance management, and termination decisions.
- Oversee residential programs serving individuals with substance use disorders, IDD, behavioral health challenges, and forensic backgrounds.
- Manage staffing costs, operational expenses, purchasing, and resource allocation to support financial performance and budget expectations.
- Increased census by 6 clients in one month, improving occupancy and revenue stability.
- Led accreditation readiness resulting in a 3-year CARF accreditation.
Direct Support Professional
Veridian Fiscal Solutions CCO
Waterloo
05.2023 - Current
Facilitated one-on-one support for an individual with intellectual disabilities.
Implemented personalized goals and daily living supports effectively.
Managed medication administration and maintained accurate documentation.
Trained and mentored new staff in care procedures and support techniques.
Coordinated scheduling to ensure seamless continuity of care.
Founder & Executive Director
Project Ready Community Outreach
Waterloo
11.2020 - Current
- Founded and lead a nonprofit focused on community outreach, youth development, and resource accessibility.
- Lead strategic vision, partnerships, fundraising, sponsorships, and community events serving hundreds annually.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Upper Iowa University
07-2026
Associate of Arts -
Hawkeye Community College
Skills
- Executive Leadership
- Operations Management
- Strategic Planning
- Regulatory Compliance
- Team Development
- Occupancy & Census Growth
- Crisis Management
- Financial Stewardship
- Stakeholder Relations
- Quality Assurance
- Program development
- Care coordination
- Staff training
- Crisis intervention
- Individualized support planning
- HIPAA compliance
Certification
CPR | First Aid | Safety Care | Medication Manager | Mandatory Reporter
Accomplishments
- 15+ years of leadership experience across behavioral health and human services.
- Oversee 52 clients and 30+ employees across multiple service locations.
- Secured 3-year CARF accreditation through compliance excellence.
- Improved retention, accountability, and organizational culture.
- Built strong referral partnerships with hospitals, therapists, and mental health providers.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Veridian Fiscal Solutions CCO
05.2023 - Current
Founder & Executive Director
Project Ready Community Outreach
11.2020 - Current
Program Director / Operations Leader
REM Iowa Community Services
08.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
Upper Iowa University
Associate of Arts -
Hawkeye Community College